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Full-Day Small-Group Tour in Crete with Zeus Cave Visit

Crete, Greeceby Safari Experts Crete

  • 8 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 15 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: Arabic, German, Russian, Greek, English, Polish, French, Dutch

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Overview

INTO THE PATHS OF THE GODS Discovery to the traditional life of Crete and visiting the cave of Zeus! Start by visiting to a traditional paddock where we will see the milking of animals and local activities such as cheese making and taste traditional products! Impressive off Roading through mountains and wildlife nature with unique views! Visit the cave of Zeus and then enjoy a tour through traditional small villages and taste Crete in the most traditional restaurant of the area! Don’t miss it! ∙Full-day off-road adventure ∙Visit the Cave of the god Zeus , the mythological birthplace of Zeus. ∙Visit the local farm, taste traditional shepherd’s products and learn the traditional activities such as Goat milking ,Cheese making ,Feeding animals ∙Off-Road the imposing Cretan mountains with safety ∙Visit the Dam of Aposelemis with the sunken village of Sfendyli ∙Learn the history, local life & Mythology of Crete ∙Panoramic views & photos ∙Lunch cooked in the wood oven with wine & water

What's included

  • Experienced and informative drivers
  • Pick-up and Drop-off
  • Lunch with wine and water included
  • Land Rover Defender or 4x4 Mercedes Vito van. Request your vehicle after booking or one is assigned.
  • any private expenses
  • Entrance fee (over 25 years old), Cave of Zeus

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Potamies

    45 min

    Our first stop is the verdant one and one of the representative villages of Crete, Potamies. We will be guided to a traditional farm where we will see the milking of animals and local activities such as cheese making. There we will taste traditional products such as fresh cheese, olive oil & rakomelo!

  2. 2

    Aposelemis Dam

    20 min

    Next stop is the Aposelemis dam, the largest water supply project in Crete. The village of Sfendili is submerged in the waters of the dam with its impressive old houses fading on the surface of the water. Also a natural wetland with a variety of birds.

  3. 3

    Ano Kera

    45 min

    Then we will start our ascent using dirt roads, we will pass through the gorge Of “Ebassas”. The view of the imposing mountains and the wild beauty of nature will reward you. At the short stop, the guide will collect various local herbs (oregano, thyme, sage) as the Cretans used to do.

  4. 4

    Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau

    15 min

    After that, we'll make a stop at the longest windmill line in Crete, located at the entrance of Lasithi Plateau. Here, we'll have a panoramic photo opportunity and learn about the history of windmills in Crete!

  5. 5

    Dikteon Cave

    1.5 hours

    Our next stop is on the Lassithi plateau where you will have free time for coffee or optionally to visit the impressive cave of Zeus (ticket to the cave not included).of Zeus! The birthplace of the God Zeus!

  6. 6

    Ano Kera

    1.5 hours

    Immediately after we will enjoy delicious authentic food, baked in the wood oven in one of the best traditional taverns. Including Food with wine and water. Please let us know if you have any food allergies or special dietary needs

  7. 7

    Krasi

    1 hour

    We will have our lunch in the most traditional Tavern of the area enjoying food from the wood oven & local wine!

  8. 8

    Platanus Tree

    20 min

    The last stop will be in the traditional village of Krasi, reaching the village square, one will see the three huge planees and Vryses dominate. Among them stands the largest and perennial plane tree aged over than 2000 years.

  9. 9

    Mochos

    15 min

    Our journey culminates with a spectacular panoramic view stretching from Sissi to Analipsi. Don't miss the opportunity to capture stunning photos that encapsulate the scenic beauty of this unforgettable experience.

Meeting and pickup

* Pickup service from the wider areas of Heraklion meeting points, Amoudara, Analipsis - Anissaras, Chersonissos - Piskopiano - Koutouloufari, Elounda, Agios Nikolaos, Gouves - Kokkini Hani, Malia, Sisi, Stalis between 07.45am to 09.00am & drop-off time 4.30pm-5.00pm. * For all the rest areas we will ask you to come to a meeting point. * We will inform you of the exact pickup time after your booking. * If your location is on a street our vehicles can't access, we'll arrange a nearby meeting point for pickup.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Don't forget : Walking shoes, Sunscreen, Hat & Sun glasses, Jacket, Water
  • In the case that the Cave of Zeus is closed for works or any other reason, free time is available for an optional visit to the café nearby or any other activities/visits suggested by the tour guide.
  • Safari Experts Crete reserves the right to change routes or stops for safety reasons
  • The ticket to the cave of Zeus 15€
  • We provide child seats just let us know when you book your tour
  • Not recommended for travelers with serious medical conditions

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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