Knossos & Lasithi Plateau: Land of Zeus,Traditional Villages, Olive Oil Tour

Highlights

-Explore Knossos Palace, charming villages, and the stunning Lasithi Plateau.

-Immerse in Local Culture: Experience Cretan traditions, authentic cuisine, and savor olive oil, honey, and raki with warm hospitality.

-Exclusive Olive Oil Tour: Learn the art of olive oil production and taste the island's finest offerings.

-Taste Local Delights: Enjoy traditional snacks such as homemade pastries and goat yogurt at a local cheese dairy, offering a true flavor of Crete.

-Comfortable Journey: Travel in a private tour with an expert guide.

-Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, port, or designated meeting points.

Discover the Majesty of Crete: Our private  tour reveals Crete’s hidden gems. Experience the magnificence of Knossos Palace, explore traditional villages, and visit the ancient Platanus tree in Krasi—symbolizing Cretan heritage. This journey combines culture, history, and gastronomy, creating lasting memories of Crete.

Details
  • Price:From 400€
  • Tour time:7-8 hours
  • Months:All year round
  • Pickup:For private tours, we offer pick-ups from other areas also upon consultation
  • Departure Time:8:00-9:00
Included
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Private knowledgeable local guide
  • Transport by luxury air conditioned minivan or comfortable SUV ( up to 3 people)
  • Pickup and drop-off from your hotel harbor or designated meeting points
  • Bottled water & Coffee
  • traditional snacks such as homemade pastries and goat yogurt
  • Liability insurance
Excluded
  • Anything that is not specified in the program as included
  • Entrance Fees in Knossos Palace— Adults: €20, Seniors (EU 65+): €10 (Oct–May), EU under 25: Free with ID, Non-EU under 18: Free with passport, Non-EU aged 6–25: 50% discount.
  • Official Licensed Tourist Guide at Knossos Palace (optional)
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Lunch (Optional )
Additional information
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking.
  • Prefer comfortable shoes
  • The path to the cave is slightly up hill and takes about 15 minutes walk
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Knossos & Lasithi Plateau: Land of Zeus,Traditional Villages, Olive Oil Tour

Uncover the magic of Crete on this immersive full-day tour, blending the island’s iconic landmarks with rich cultural experiences. Begin at the legendary Knossos Palace, the heart of Minoan civilization, where ancient myths and awe-inspiring architecture reveal Europe’s earliest city.

Continue through Crete’s charming villages, including Krasi, home to an ancient plane tree and natural springs, before stopping at a traditional olive oil factory. Here, embark on an exclusive olive oil tour and tasting, where you’ll discover the craft of producing Crete’s “liquid gold.” Learn about the intricate harvesting and extraction processes and savor the island’s finest olive oils, renowned for their rich flavor and health benefits.

Ascend to the expansive Lasithi Plateau, Crete's largest and most fertile plain, surrounded by stunning mountain views,  Enjoy an optional traditional Cretan meal, delighting in the authentic flavors of the island.

Conclude your adventure in Mochos village, where you’ll mingle with locals in quaint cafes, soaking in the warmth of Cretan hospitality. Relax on the return journey, bringing home cherished memories of Crete’s vibrant culture, history, and natural beauty.