Great chance to visit the highlights of the Minoan civilisation in this full day tour and learn more about Cretan traditions, enjoy panoramic views of the scenic route in the mountains and visit a fantastic natural sight in the end.
• See the main attractions of the island and learn a lot of interesting information about the customs of the local population.
• Find out how mysterious myths about the Minotaur and the real story are intricately intertwined while visiting famous KNOSSOS PALACE.
• Get the experience of traveling on the beautiful mountain routes to the delightful LASSITHI PLATEAU and marvel at the miraculous icon in one of the most revered monasteries from the locals “KERA CARDIOTISA - Our Lady of Heart”.
• Descend to the bottom of the ritual DIKTAION CAVE where according to the legend the Zeus was born and enjoy the beauty of the underground lake.
At the end of the tour, you will have time to dine in the traditional Cretan tavern or visit a pottery workshop.
Not wheelchair accessible. Infants must sit on laps. Infant seats available. Not recommended for travelers with back problems. No heart problems or other serious medical conditions. Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level. If an infant does not sit on lap in the bus, It is necessary to pay a child ticket.. Pick-up from the specific bus stops next to the hotels. From Area 1: all the villages between Fodele, Agia Pelagia, Xeropotamos(West Heraklion), Area 2: Heraklion Center and East, Carteros, Kokkini Hani, Gouves, Gournes, Hersonissos, Stalida, Malia, Sissi.. After booking we will contact you to arrange the pick-up. Please, note, if you do not provide your pick-up details up to 24 hours before the tour, we do not guarantee the pick-up. For pick-up from different location, please, contact us.. This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund. This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. This tour/activity will have a maximum of 80 travelers. Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
Pick-up Area 1
4/15/2024 - 11/15/2024
Monday : | 07:00 AM - 09:30 AM |
Tuesday : | 07:00 AM - 09:30 AM |
Wednesday : | 07:00 AM - 09:30 AM |
Thursday : | 07:00 AM - 09:30 AM |
Saturday : | 07:00 AM - 09:30 AM |
Pick-up Area 2
4/15/2024 - 11/15/2024
Monday : | 07:00 AM - 09:00 AM |
Tuesday : | 07:00 AM - 09:00 AM |
Wednesday : | 07:00 AM - 09:00 AM |
Thursday : | 07:00 AM - 09:00 AM |
Saturday : | 07:00 AM - 09:00 AM |
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Traveler pickup is offered
Pick-up at the specific tourist bus stop, up to 800m walking from your hotel. We will contact you after booking to inform you about the pick-up location.