Private Full-Day Knossos-Lasithi Plateau-Cave of Zeus from Elouda
At a glance
Private Full-Day Knossos-Lasithi Plateau-Cave of Zeus from Elouda is a 8h – 10h private experience in Agios Nikolaos, Greece, operated by Stagakis Grand Prestige. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 28 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $742.20 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Honey/Raki tasting, Bottled water, Private transportation.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 6 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 8h – 10h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- Greek, English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Start at the traditional village of Mochos with its narrow alleys and colourful gardens, then continue to Krasi and visit the 2,400-year-old Writers' Plane Tree. Afterwards, the tour will ascend to the Diktaion Andron, an ancient cave believed to be the birthplace of Zeus. Take in the incredible view of the Lasithi Plateau. Next, visit the Knosos Palace, where Zeus’s son Minos intertwined his name with the oldest civilization in Europe. Optionally, you can also visit the Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Whenever you feel like it you can have lunch at a restaurant of your choosing.
What's included
What's included
- Honey/Raki tasting
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- V.I.P. Class air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Heraklion Archaeological Museum
- Knosos
- Cave of Zeus
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 30m
Mochos is a mountainous traditional village and has its roots back in the second Byzantine period.The views on the way to Mochos are magnificent.
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Stop 2 · 45m
Walk the cobblestoned streets and enjoy a refresing beverage under the 2400-year-old plane tree, also known as the Writers' Tree.
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Stop 3 · 15m
Admire the stunning view from the mills and get some amazing, instagram worthy, photos.
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Stop 4 · 1h 30m
Walk up to this ancient Minoan sacred cave, which is believed to be the birthplace of Zeus.
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Stop 5 · 1h 30m
Visit the Knosos Palace where Zeus's son, Minoas, intertwined his name with the oldest civilization in Europe.
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Stop 6 · 1h
Optionally, you can visit the Herakleion Archaeological Museum which is one of the largest and most important museums in Greece, and among the most important museums in Europe.
Meeting point
We pick up guests from their hotel at an arranged time.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Private Full-Day Knossos-Lasithi Plateau-Cave of Zeus from Elouda take?
The experience lasts about 8h – 10h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $742.20 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Honey/Raki tasting; Bottled water; Private transportation; V.I.P. Class air-conditioned vehicle.
Where does it start?
We pick up guests from their hotel at an arranged time.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in Greek, English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 28 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Agios Nikolaos.
