Excursions & day trips

Private guided tour of Crete with Knossos Palace and Lassithi Plateau

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£569.00

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Language: English, Russian

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Duration: 9 hours

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Guided tour

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Private Tour

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Why you’ll love this…

Explore the iconic Knossos Palace and uncover Minoan history
Stroll through a traditional village and experience authentic Cretan life
Visit the serene Kera Kardiotissa Monastery, a hidden religious gem
Create your own ceramic masterpiece in a hands-on workshop
Savor authentic Cretan cuisine at a charming Lassithi Plateau tavern (at own expense)

What to expect

Embark on a journey of discovery through Crete’s history, culture, and stunning landscapes. Explore the legendary Knossos Palace, the heart of the ancient Minoan civilization, and uncover the mysteries of this fascinating archaeological site at your own pace. If a guided tour of the Knossos Palace archaeological area is preferred, it can be arranged with prior notice for an additional fee.

Stroll through a traditional village, where time seems to stand still, and experience authentic Cretan life. Visit the peaceful Kera Kardiotissa Monastery, a hidden gem of religious heritage, known for its serene atmosphere and historical significance.

Engage in a hands-on ceramics workshop, where you can create your own unique piece of Cretan art. Then, take a scenic drive to the breathtaking Lassithi Plateau and enjoy a stop at a traditional tavern. Savor delicious local cuisine (at your own expense), surrounded by the timeless beauty of the Cretan countryside.

Discover the secrets of Cretan olive oil production with a visit to a local olive oil factory. Learn about the traditional methods used to produce extra virgin olive oil and sample some of the finest flavors the island has to offer.

This immersive tour blends history, culture, and local traditions, offering a truly unforgettable Cretan experience.

What's included

Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
WiFi
Local guide
Coffee or tea
Bottled water

What's not included

Dinner
Headsets (to hear the guide)
Entrance ticket

Where

Meeting point:

Please indicate your pick-up location during the booking process. Pick-up from any hotel: outside of the hotel. Pickup from Heraklion Port: outside of Central Port Station. Pick-up from Nikos Kazantzakis Airport: located outside the Arrivals area on the right side. Look for a small gate and crosswalk that leads to the other side of the main road, where you will find the bus station. Your pick-up will be at that bus station.

What to remember

Know in advance:

Prices are per group, and please ensure that you only select the maximum as stated as part of the vehicle type: CAR (1-3 persons), VAN (1-7 persons), BUS (8-17 persons)

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

Licensed guide in Knossos Site is excluded (optional extra cost 150 €). Please contact the local operator at the phone number on your voucher to organize the guided tour prior to your selected date (optional)
If you want to purchase optional entrance tickets on the day extra costs are: Knossos Palace ticket [full (26+ years): €15, reduced (0-25 years non EU, 65+ years): €8, free EU citizen (0-25 years): 0€], Kera Monastery entrance fee: 3 € per person
If you want to purchase dinner and/or souvenirs take some extra money

Remember to bring:

It’s recommended to wear comfortable shoes, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen

Provider

CHERRY TRAVEL

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 3 days before the experience begins.

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