Day Tour to Knossos Palace Lasithi Plateau and Olive Oil Tasting
In this guided tour, you will have the opportunity to explore nature, history and tradition of the region of Lasithi Plateau with it’s 16 picturesque villages and Minoan civilization Knossos Palace.
We’ll explore Old Windmills, Traditional Villages of Lasithi Plateau,Aposelemis Dam, 2400 years old Plane tree in Krasi village, an Olive Oil Factory, a Pottery,Olive Groves, will have a Greek Coffee in a traditional caffe and of course we’ll have lunch in family taverna to taste some of the most iconic dishes of Crete.
In the end of the tour, we’ll explore the most visited site in Crete, Knossos Palace.
Knossos Palace, is one of the most significant archaeological sites in Greece.
Visiting the Lasithi Plateau and Knossos Palace, offers a journey through time,history and nature, allowing travelers to experience the authentic charm and rich traditions of Crete.
If you would like to explore and learn about Cretan history,mythology,tradition,nature and food in one day,this tour is for you.
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DepartureHeraklion
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Departure Time08:30
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Return Time16:00-16:30
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IncludedPick up and drop off from your accommodation Hotel/Port/AirportTransportation in Mercedes Benz VanLocal English speaking Driver GuideLiability InsuranceCoffee and WaterAll Fees and TaxesChild seat on request
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Not IncludedEntrance tickets at Knossos Palace 20euro per personLicensed tour guide inside Knossos Palace 120 euro per group (optional)
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