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Private Full-Day Knossos-Lasithi Plateau-Cave of Zeus from Elouda

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Agios Nikolaos, Greece

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8 to 10 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Start at the traditional village of Mochos with its narrow alleys and colourful gardens, then continue to Krasi and visit the 2,400-year-old Writers' Plane Tree. Afterwards, the tour will ascend to the Diktaion Andron, an ancient cave believed to be the birthplace of Zeus. Take in the incredible view of the Lasithi Plateau. Next, visit the Knosos Palace, where Zeus’s son Minos intertwined his name with the oldest civilization in Europe. Optionally, you can also visit the Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Whenever you feel like it you can have lunch at a restaurant of your choosing.

What's Included

  • Honey/Raki tasting
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum
  • Knosos
  • Cave of Zeus
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Mochos

Mochos is a mountainous traditional village and has its roots back in the second Byzantine period.The views on the way to Mochos are magnificent.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Krasi

Walk the cobblestoned streets and enjoy a refresing beverage under the 2400-year-old plane tree, also known as the Writers' Tree.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau

Admire the stunning view from the mills and get some amazing, instagram worthy, photos.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cave of Zeus

Walk up to this ancient Minoan sacred cave, which is believed to be the birthplace of Zeus.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Palace of Knossos

Visit the Knosos Palace where Zeus's son, Minoas, intertwined his name with the oldest civilization in Europe.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Heraklion Archaeological Museum

Optionally, you can visit the Herakleion Archaeological Museum which is one of the largest and most important museums in Greece, and among the most important museums in Europe.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Full-Day Knossos-Lasithi Plateau-Cave of Zeus from Elouda?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Honey/Raki tasting
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • V.I.P. Class air-conditioned vehicle
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum
  • Knosos
  • Cave of Zeus

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  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Operated by a business

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