Aldeas de la meseta de Knossos y lasithi, Molino de aceite de oliva y cuevas de Zeus
Descripción
Explora la auténtica Creta con lujo a través de un Mercedes Benz con aire acondicionado. Dirigido por guías expertos, este tour combina historia, mitología y cultura local. Visite una reconocida fábrica de aceite de oliva para aprender la producción tradicional y probar el "oro líquido" con aperitivos locales. Viaje a la meseta de Lassithi para descubrir la legendaria Cueva de Zeus, el mítico lugar de nacimiento del Rey de los Dioses. Pasee por las estrechas calles de pueblos históricos, vea el monumental árbol plano antiguo en Krasi y admire los icónicos molinos de viento Lassithi. Experimente la majestuosidad del Palacio de Cnosos y las impresionantes vistas de la meseta. Tendrá la oportunidad de relajarse en pintorescas plazas con un café helado y optar por un almuerzo tradicional cretense en una joya local. Un viaje perfecto y completo a través del patrimonio único de Creta.
Opciones de la excursión
Itinerario
Visite una fábrica de aceite de oliva para aprender sobre los olivos y las aceitunas y su conexión con Creta y sobre la elaboración del aceite de oliva a la manera moderna pero también a la antigua.
Vea los antiguos molinos de viento que bombeaban agua del subsuelo para regar sus cultivos y también los otros para moler granos para producir harina.
Visite y explore el auténtico pueblo de Krasi, camine por las estrechas calles empedradas, conozca la arquitectura tradicional cretense de las casas, vea el árbol Platanus más grande y antiguo, así como el antiguo acueducto.
Paramos cerca de la presa de Aposelemi para tomar algunas fotos y disfrutar de excelentes vistas.
Pasamos por este hermoso y antiguo monasterio. Tardamos unos 7 minutos desde nuestra parada anterior en el pueblo de Krasi.
Visite este antiguo pueblo de Mochos con su hermosa iglesia y plaza.
Adéntrate en el corazón de la leyenda griega con una visita a la Cueva de Psychro (también conocida como la Cueva de Diktaean), el lugar de nacimiento místico de Zeus, el Rey de los Dioses. Encaramado en lo alto de la impresionante meseta de Lassithi, su viaje comienza con un ascenso panorámico, ya sea por un camino pavimentado o un paseo en burro tradicional, que ofrece impresionantes vistas panorámicas de los molinos de viento icónicos del valle y picos escarpados. A medida que desciendas a las frías y atmosféricas profundidades de la caverna, podrás: Maravíllate con las Maravillas Antiguas : Pasea por cinco cámaras iluminadas llenas de una alta densidad de dramáticas estalactitas y estalagmitas formadas a lo largo de millones de años. Ver el "Manto de Zeus" : Admira la formación más espectacular de la cueva: una estalactita masiva, como una cortina, que cuelga como una araña sobre un lago subterráneo oculto. Touch Living History : Explora el mismo sitio donde los antiguos minoicos dejaban ofrendas a los dioses, un lugar tan mágico que en su día fue llamado el "Belén del Mundo Antiguo".
Nuestra última parada es el sitio arqueológico del palacio de Knossos, donde podrá explorarlo por su cuenta o podemos contratar un guía oficial con cargo adicional. Después de eso, lo dejaremos en su punto de recogida.
Paramos para almorzar en el restaurante local con comida tradicional (el almuerzo no está incluido).
Lo más destacado
Qué incluye
Lugares y horarios de recogida
> Para Hoteles : El punto de Recogida se encuentra justo enfrente de su área de recepción. > Para Pasajeros de Cruceros : Su guía se encontrará con usted en el puerto de Heraklion, sosteniendo un cartel con su nombre en el punto de entrega de la lanzadera. Zonas de recogida: > Edición privada : Heraklion, Gouves, Analipsi, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Stalida, Malia, Agios Nikolaos, Elounda y Plaka. > Edición semiprivada : Heraklion, Kokkini Hani,Gouves, Analipsi, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Stalida, Malia. Podemos recogerte de Agios nikolaos y Elounda/Plaka Si hay más de 4 personas, si no podemos establecer un punto de encuentro. Otros Lugares : Para zonas fuera de las zonas de recogida enumeradas, podemos concertar un punto de encuentro en la región de Heraklion. Recibirás los detalles después de la reserva.
Valoraciones de viajeros
Información importante
- Los bebés y los niños pequeños pueden ir en un cochecito o en una silla de paseo
- Se admiten animales de asistencia
- Hay opciones de transporte público disponibles en las cercanías
- Hay asientos o sillas infantiles disponibles
- Los viajeros deben tener al menos un nivel de condición física medio
- Nuestra flota de monovolúmenes es lo suficientemente amplia para la accesibilidad del cochecito pero no así para sillas de ruedas
- Para obtener más información sobre accesibilidad, no dude en ponerse en contacto con nosotros, estaremos encantados de ayudarle, simplemente llame al número que figura a continuación +30 6974724839
- Para los tours que salen después de las 09:00 AM, el itinerario puede ajustarse para garantizar el regreso a tiempo garantizado a su crucero. Dependiendo del horario de su barco, es posible que deba omitir un sitio. Su guía personalizará la ruta según sus prioridades personales.
- Hay una caminata cuesta arriba de unos 15 a 20 minutos a la entrada de la cueva de Zeus de un nivel moderado, así como tan pronto como se llega a 180 pasos abajo de la cueva con pasamanos ..
- Devolución garantizada a tiempo a su crucero
- Tenga en cuenta : Las temperaturas de montaña pueden ser significativamente más frescas que la costa. Una chaqueta o capa caliente es muy recomendable para excursiones que operan en las estaciones de primavera, otoño e invierno.
- La cueva de Zeus está cerrada todos los martes
Opiniones(111)
Please hear me when I say, even though you will read countless reviews of how great Mike is as a host & guide, none of them do proper justice to how truly impressive he is during this excursion. The whole itinerary is packed with incredible sightseeing, delicious foods, and fun learning experiences, but without feeling overwhelming or tiring. The transportation is very comfortable, and Mike fills the driving time with encyclopedic knowledge applied to the day’s agenda. As a tour guide, Mike was punctual, very friendly, and deeply insightful. He has an endless first-hand knowledge and enthusiasm for the local Cretan history, culture, food, economy, etc. Mike was also engaging and asks questions along with answering all of our questions. The lunch break at Tzanakis Michael was one of the best meals we had on our entire trip, while also providing beautiful views overlooking the plateau. The personal walking tours through smaller villages and a coffee break were an added bonus to an already stacked itinerary. I cannot recommend this excursion enough, it was a truly delightful way to spend a day on Crete.
Dear Jules, Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a detailed and glowing review of your day with us! Reading your words truly made our day. Mike is deeply passionate about Crete’s rich history, culture, and traditions, and he takes great pride in giving our guests an authentic, unforgettable experience—from the ancient stories to the quiet village coffee breaks and, of course, the amazing local food at Tzanakis Michael. Knowing that this was one of the best meals of your entire trip (and one of your favorite days on the island!) means the world to us. We are so glad the comfortable ride, carefully paced itinerary, and local insights made your time on Crete so special. It was a absolute pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back for another Cretan adventure in the future!
This is a full day tour that provides a flavor of what Crete is all about. You will see the Knossos Palace archeological site, cave of Zeus, mountain region, and explore the native olive trees, plants, and fruits that this region is known for. Lunch at a family Greek taverna. Michael, our guide, is proud of his heritage and gave us great insight into the culture and history of Crete. The tour went until after 6pm because he wanted to show us a small Crete village for some afternoon coffee….it was a true highlight. One of the best tours I have ever been on. Thank you Michael!!
Thank you so much for the glowing review! We are thrilled to hear that this tour gave you such a memorable flavor of Crete. From Knossos and Zeus’s Cave to our mountain landscapes and olive groves, sharing the authentic essence of our island is what we live for. Michael is deeply passionate about Cretan culture, history, and hospitality, and he will be delighted to know how much you enjoyed his insights (and that special coffee stop in the village!). Thank you for letting us share our island with you, and we hope to welcome you back to Crete again soon!
Our tour guy Mike was fantastic. He made the day great with his knowledge and information about the area and the places we were going to see.
Thank you very much for your feedback! We're thrilled to hear that our guides were able to turn a busy, challenging day into such a positive experience for you.
We had a wonderful day with our guide, Mike. He was extremely knowledgeable and accommodating. Walking through the villages and discovering local plants was an unexpected highlight. I would highly recommend this tour.
Thank You for Exploring Crete with Us! We are absolutely thrilled to read your wonderful review. It is often those quiet, authentic moments—like learning about wild Cretan herbs and taking in the slow pace of mountain village life—that leave the most lasting memories. We are so glad you got to experience that side of our beautiful island alongside the famous historic sites! We will absolutely pass your kind words along to Mike. He has a deep passion for Crete's rich history, mythology, and unique flora, and he always goes the extra mile to make our guests feel comfortable and accommodated. Knowing he made your day so memorable means the world to him and the rest of our team. Thank you again for highly recommending our tour to fellow travelers. We hope your journey home was wonderful, and we would love to welcome you back for another Cretan adventure in the future
Mike was a fantastic driver and very knowledgeable of the Greek and Cretan history. Van was very clean and comfortable. Food stop at Seli Ambelou was amazing!! Would recommend this excursion to family and friends.
Thank you so much for the wonderful recommendation! We are absolutely thrilled that you had such a great time exploring Knossos and the Lasithi Plateau with us. Mike is a fantastic guide with an incredible passion for Cretan history, and we will happily pass your kind words along to him. It's also wonderful to hear you enjoyed the comfort of the van and that amazing food stop at Seli Ambelou—those views and flavors are hard to beat! We hope to welcome you, your family, or your friends back to Crete for another adventure in the future. Safe travels!
The cave of Zeus is about 90 min drive and a steep hike to reach it , but certainly worth the drive. The Knossos palace is worth a visit, given the different building style of most archaeological sites in the area. The olive oil factory was very educational. Bottom line: Very interesting excursions, but 50% of your day will be driving around.
You are absolutely right that this comprehensive itinerary involves a significant amount of driving—it takes about 60 minutes just to drive directly up from the port. Because Crete's remarkable historical sites and geographical wonders are spread across a massive, mountainous island, traveling between them naturally takes time, especially when managing a tight schedule to ensure a seamless, on-time return to your cruise ship. To make the day as enjoyable as possible, we carefully pace our itinerary and divide the travel time into shorter segments between each location, ensuring you are never sitting in the van for too long at a single stretch. Furthermore, to make these journeys as relaxing as possible, we prioritize using premium, air-conditioned Mercedes Benz vehicles for all of our tours. We hope this allowed you to sit back in total comfort and fully enjoy the beautiful Cretan landscapes rolling by between our stops! Thank you again for your valuable feedback, and we wish you many more wonderful travels ahead.
Mike was great company and so full of knowledge. The private tour is the way to go and worth every penny. He timed things perfect to avoid crowds and the heat. We learned so much about the area and history of Crete. We got to see and do so much in 1 day.
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, and we are thrilled that choosing a private tour allowed Mike to perfectly customize your day, dodge the crowds, and share the very best of Crete's history at your own relaxed pace!
Our tour guide was wonderful Mike he was informative and very engaging. The Olive Oil mill was wonderful visit.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled that you enjoyed exploring Knossos, the Lasithi Plateau, and the traditional olive oil mill with us. Mike will be delighted to hear your kind words—he always loves sharing the history and heritage of Crete with our guests. Thank you for choosing Luxury Crete Tours, and we hope to welcome you back again someday!
We had a great guide, thanks to Mike for this beautiful day
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for choosing Luxury Crete Tours! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such a great day exploring with Mike. He always goes above and beyond to share the very best of Crete with our guests, and we will be delighted to pass your kind words along to him. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another unforgettable VIP experience in the future!
Mike was keen on having us see as much as possiible before our cruise ship left. He does a great job!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful time. Mike always goes above and beyond to ensure our guests experience the very best of Crete, even with limited time. Managing a tight cruise ship schedule can be stressful, but our priority is always to maximize your sightseeing while ensuring you return to the ship completely relaxed and right on time.
