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By Cretan Odyssey

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Overview

  • Discover the magic of the Lassithi Plateau, the legendary birthplace of Zeus. Surrounded by mountains and traditional villages, this fertile plain offers stunning scenery and an authentic taste of rural Crete.

    Visit Vidiani Monastery, a peaceful Orthodox monastery at the foot of Louloudaki Mountain. Continue to the legendary Psychro Cave (Cave of Zeus) and admire its impressive stalactites and stalagmites.

    Next, explore Lasinthos Eco Park, featuring traditional workshops such as pottery and candle making, along with a small animal farm. Then stop at the picturesque village of Krasi, famous for its natural springs and the oldest plane tree in Crete.

    End your journey at an Olive Mill Farm, where you'll discover local products and enjoy optional Cretan cuisine with beautiful mountain and Aegean Sea views.

Activity location

  • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece, Greece

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Liability Insurance Coverage by ALLIANZ for all our tour participants
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Professional Driver
  • Inclusions
    Tour Guide / Leader
  • Exclusions
    Olive Mill Farm Buffet (optional - 15€ per person)
  • Exclusions
    Cave of Zeus
  • Exclusions
    Drinks

Know before you book

    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • The visit to the Cave of Zeus is the most physically demanding part of the excursion. Access involves an uphill walk and a considerable number of steps, including uneven and sometimes slippery surfaces. The cave itself is not suitable for wheelchairs or strollers. Travellers with limited mobility should take this into consideration before choosing to enter the cave.
    • Accessible restroom facilities are not guaranteed at every stop. Restroom breaks are normally available at designated stops, cafés or tavernas along the route.

Activity itinerary

Heraklion

  • 1h
Morning Pick-up We begin collecting participants from their pick-up points in the morning. Depending on the location of your hotel or apartment, the total drive time will vary. Drive from last pick-up: approx. 50 minutes

Monastery Vidiani

  • 40m
1st Stop: Vidiani Monastery – 25 minutes Our first stop is the Vidiani Monastery, a small Eastern Orthodox monastery nestled at the base of Mount Louloudaki and dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Its peaceful courtyard, beautiful frescoes, and mountain surroundings create an atmosphere of quiet spiritual charm—perfect for a gentle start to the day. Bus Drive: 15 minutes

Cave of Diktaion Andron

  • 1h 50m
  • Admission ticket not included
2nd Stop: Psychro Cave (Cave of Zeus) – 1 hour 40 minutes Next, we visit the legendary Cave of Zeus, believed to be the birthplace of the king of the gods. As you descend into the illuminated cavern, you’ll encounter dramatic chambers adorned with impressive stalactites and stalagmites formed over thousands of years. The atmosphere is mystical and awe-inspiring, offering a glimpse into one of Crete’s most iconic ancient sites. Entrance fee: 15€ (not included) Bus Drive: 10 minutes

Lasinthos Eco Park

  • 1h 5m
3rd stop: Lasinthos Eco Park- 45 minutes Next, visit Lasinthos Eco Park, a charming eco-park featuring traditional artisan workshops, including pottery and candle making, along with a small animal farm. Bus Drive: 20 minutes

Krasi

  • 50m
4th Stop: Village of Krasi – 25 minutes Our journey continues to the charming traditional village of Krasi, known for its natural freshwater springs and the oldest—and largest—plane tree in Crete. Enjoy a short, refreshing stop surrounded by lush greenery and authentic Cretan village life. Bus Drive: 25 minutes

Lyrakis Family

  • 1h 40m
5th Stop: Olive Mill Farm – 1 hour 40 minutes We visit a beautiful Olive Mill Farm overlooking the mountains and the Aegean Sea. Guests enjoy a guided tour through the production of local olive oil, honey, and handmade olive-based products. Afterwards, you may enjoy a delicious lunch made with local ingredients (at your own expense - 15€ per person), in a serene setting full of natural aromas and panoramic views.

Heraklion

  • 1h
Return to Resorts At the end of the tour, we board the buses and return to the hotels where participants were picked up in the morning. Return time varies depending on traffic and individual drop-off locations.

Location

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    Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece, Greece

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    Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece, Greece

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