• Krasi - On the way back we will drive towards the villages of Mochos and Krasi and visit the oldest plane tree in Crete! In the center of village KRASI “PLATANOS” a tree over 2000 years old! 24 men hold around it! 1 hour
• Kera Kardiotissa Monastery - Our next stop is at the historical monastery of Kera Kardiotissa, inhabited and run by nuns. Here you can admire the miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary, plenty of frescoes, and a variety of other icons, dating back to the 14th century.
• Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau - Then we head to Lassithi Plateau, which is situated 850 m. higher than the sea level. It is surrounded by the Dikti Mountains and 18 quaint villages, which still retain the atmosphere of another era. You can admire the remaining famous windmills and the Venetian ditches, the drainage system of the Plateau. Pass by old villages and the fertile valley of the Lasithi Plateau.
• Tzermiado - Stop for lunch at the very best restaurant in the area with home-cooked meals. Four-course menu and wine.
• Cave of Diktaion Andron - The next stop will be the village of Psychro. You can visit the Dicteon Cave with the fantastic stalactites and stalagmites, where according to the myth God Zeus was born. Psychro is also well known for its handmade ceramics and the workshop there will leave you with the best impressions after your visit.
  Note: there is a 10-15 min walk uphill to reach Cave and then we have around 100 steps down to get in and explore the Cave. You can also hire a small donkey from a local guide to get you up and down the hill for an extra charge.
• Titakis Wines- Fabrika Wine Experience - Visiting one of the oldest and most well-known wineries in Kounavoi Village, 30 kilometers from Heraklion city. Arriving at the winery a host of the premises will arrange for you to join the vineyard tour as well as the cellar tour and then will arrange you a private table to proceed with a tasting. The wine tasting will consist of five (5) indigenous varieties.
  A perfect place to relax with great views.
• Knossos Archaeological Site - Knossos is the main Bronze Age archaeological site at Heraklion, a modern port city on the north-central coast of Crete. The site was excavated and the palace complex found there was partially restored under the direction of Arthur Evans in the earliest years of the 20th century. The palace complex is the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete. It was undoubtedly the ceremonial and political center of the Minoan civilization and culture.

In order to purchase tickets online for the archeological site of Knossos visit the official e-ticketing service of the Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports

• Private transportation
• Bottled water
• Alcoholic beverages
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Lunch
• Winery and Cellar Tour - Wine Tasting of 5 Indigenous Varieties

• Admission Fee at Kera Monastery
• Admision Fee Knossos Palace Archeological Site

A CERTIFIED GUIDE TO ZEUS CAVE AND KNOSSOS IS NOT INCLUDED

Experience exceptional service from our expert local drivers, who provide specialist insights while you relax in a chauffeured luxury vehicle.

Explore the magnificent ruins and exquisite frescoes of the Palace of Knossos, gaining a unique perspective that few others will experience. Dive into the labyrinthine marvels as we transport you to an era where myth and history blend seamlessly.

Where there is culture, there is wine. Allow us to guide you to the heart of Central Crete, specifically the captivating valley of Peza, a fertile Minoan region with olive groves and rich red soils. Here, you can visit a winery to savor Cretan indigenous varieties with heavenly aromas and flavors.

Journey to the Lasithi Plateau, situated 835 meters above sea level, and be awed by the stunning landscapes and the archaeological wonders of the villages. Embark on a courageous hike up the hill to visit Psychro Cave, the legendary birthplace of Zeus, and immerse yourself in the myth.

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