PRIVATE-Zeus’ Birthplace - Knossos-Olive oil Factory-Old Villages

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PRIVATE-Zeus’ Birthplace - Knossos-Olive oil Factory-Old Villages

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€120
Duration
8 h 30 min
Group size
Up to 15 travellers
Guide languages
English

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Overview

Visit a olive oil factory where we learn all about olive oil production and we get to taste different kind of olive oil .

Visit the village of Mochos and Krasi and walk through the old narrow streets, Enjoy a coffee at the main square.

Visit the Cave of Zeus ( OPTIONAL)

Enjoy the ride with our comfortable air conditioned vehicles while learning about local traditions, history and myths.

Visit a family pottery workshop ( OPTIONAL)

Stop at a family restaurant up on the mountain to taste a few local dishes ( OPTIONAL)

Dive into the Minoan civilization while exploring Knossos Palace .( OPTIONAL)

Experience the Greek Myth with us and create memories that will last for ever.

We can customize the tour on your wishes and needs so just let us know.

We can pick you up from Heraklion port and Region . From Agios Nikolaos Port and Region, From Elounda , From Rethimno Region we can pick you up only if you book the PRIVATE OPTION.

What's included

Bottled water, coffee, tea
Pick up and drop off from your hotel or Heraklion port
Private Transportation with air conditioned vehicle .
Liability insurance.
Olive oil + Raki tasting.
Knowledgeable English speaking local driver guide .

Not included

OPTIONAL
Knossos Palace - OPTIONAL
15 eu per person, currently the cave is closed every Tuesday.

What you will do

Heraklion
If you are on a cruise ship then we can pick you up and drop you off at the port .
After the tour we drive around Heraklion city first then we will visit the Lion Square, Venetian castle, Cathedral of Saint Titus so you can get a taste of our home town.
40 min
Omalia Olive Press
Visit an olive oil factory to taste different kind of olive oil , learn about olive oil and see how olive oil is made .
30 min
Mochos
We walk through the old narrow streets of the village to take a taste of the way of life of the locals, explore the old churches and then enjoy a traditional Cretan lunch at a family restaurant.
40 min
Stop 4
We visit the old wind mills that used to pump water up to water the crops.
30 min
Kera Kardiotissa Monastery
We pass by this beautiful Monastery on our way to Lasithii Plateau , if you would like to stop there for a visit it’s no problem.
Pass by, no stop
Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau
We visit the old wind mills that were used in the past for grinding and enjoying the amazing views from up there .
20 min
Aposelemis Dam
We stop up on the mountain to see the aposelemis Dam in the distance…..
5 min
Platanus Tree
Visit Krasi Village where the oldest Plane tree in Crete is located .
20 min
Malia
We drive through Malia town and Malia beach,
Pass by, no stop
The Palace of Knossos
You will visit and explore Knossos Palace, dive into the Minoan civilization and try to find the MINOTAUR……
1 h
Stop 11
Pas by without stopping but could be also a potential pick up location for your group.
Pass by, no stop

Meeting point

We can pick you up from Heraklion cruise port or your hotel in Heraklion Region for the SMALL GROUP OPTION From Rethimno , Agios Nikolaous , Elounda we can pick you up only for the PRIVATE OPTION. Don’t pick up from CHANIA

Pickup: PRIVATE OPTION We can pick you up from Heraklion Region, Rethimno, Agios Nikolaos , Elounda . SEMI PRIVATE OPTION we can pick you up only from Heraklion Region.DONT PICK UP FROM AGHIOS NIKOLAOS for the Semi Private Option.

End point: We can pick you up from Heraklion cruise port or your hotel in Heraklion Region for the SMALL GROUP OPTION From Rethimno , Agios Nikolaous , Elounda we can pick you up only for the PRIVATE OPTION. Don’t pick up from CHANIA

Important information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Free cancellation

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Experience information

Duration:
8 h 30 min
Guide languages:
English
Ticket type:
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Max travellers:
15
Confirmation:
Confirmed after booking

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