Knossos & lasithi plateau villages,Zeus's cave&olive oil Mill

Explore authentic Crete in luxury via an air-conditioned Mercedes Benz. Led by expert driver-guides, this tour blends history, mythology, and local culture. Visit a renowned olive oil factory to learn traditional production and sample "liquid gold" with local snacks.Journey to the Lassithi Plateau to discover the legendary Cave of Zeus, the mythical birthplace of the King of the Gods. Wander the narrow streets of historic villages, see the monumental ancient plane tree in Krasi, and admire the iconic Lassithi windmills. Experience the majesty of Knossos Palace and breathtaking plateau views. You’ll have the chance to unwind in picturesque squares with an iced coffee and opt for a traditional Cretan lunch at a local gem. A perfect, comprehensive journey through Crete’s unique heritage.

Itinerary

1. Visit an olive oil factory to learn about olive trees and olives and their connection with Crete and about olive oil making the modern but also the old way. (1h 0min)
2. See the old windmills that used to pump out the water from underground to water their crops and also the others for grinding grains in order to produce flour. (1h 0min)
3. Visit and explore the authentic village of Krasi ,walk around the stone paved narrow streets ,meet the Cretan traditional architecture of houses ,see the oldest and biggest Platanus tree as well as the old aqueduct (30 min)
4. We stop near the Aposelemi dam to take some photos and enjoy great views (5 min)
5. We pass by this beautiful and old monastery it takes about 7 minutes from our previous stop at krasi village
6. Pay a visit to this old village of Mochos with it's beautiful church and square . (1h 0min)
7. Step into the heart of Greek legend with a visit to the Psychro Cave (also known as the Diktaean Cave), the mystical birthplace of Zeus, the King of the Gods. Perched high above the stunning Lassithi Plateau, your journey begins with a scenic ascent—either by a paved path or a traditional donkey ride—offering breathtaking panoramic views of the valley’s iconic windmills and rugged peaks. As you descend into the cool, atmospheric depths of the cavern, you will: Marvel at Ancient Wonders: Wander through five illuminated chambers filled with a high density of dramatic stalactites and stalagmites formed over millions of years. See the "Mantle of Zeus": Admire the cave's most spectacular formation—a massive, curtain-like stalactite that hangs like a chandelier over a hidden underground lake. Touch Living History: Explore the very site where ancient Minoans once left offerings to the gods, a place so magical that it was once called the "Bethlehem of the Ancient World". (1h 0min)
8. Our last stop is Knossos palace archeological site where you can explore it on your own or we can arrange for an official guide with extra charge. After that we drop you off at your pick up point. (1h 0min)
9. We stop for lunch at the local restaurant with traditional food.(lunch is not included) (1h 30min)

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