- Malia - Our first stop is at an olive oil mill learning all about the extraction process of olive oil through modern machinery but also the old extraction methods. • Free Admission
- Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau - Then we head to Lassithi Plateau, which is situated 850 m. higher than the sea level. It is surrounded by the Dikti Mountains and 18 quaint villages, which still retain the atmosphere of another era. You can admire the remaining famous windmills and the Venetian ditches, the drainage system of the Plateau. Pass by old villages and the fertile valley of the Lasithi Plateau.
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Cave of Diktaion Andron - The next stop will be the village of Psychro. You can visit the Dicteon Cave with the fantastic stalactites and stalagmites, where according to the myth God Zeus was born. Psychro is also well known for its handmade ceramics and the workshop there will leave you with the best impressions after your visit.
Note: there is a 10-15 min walk uphill to reach Cave and then we have around 100 steps down to get in and explore the Cave. You can also hire a small donkey from a local guide to get you up and down the hill for an extra charge. • Admission Ticket Not Included
Admission Fee: (6.00€ for adults from 9 years old and older, 3.00€ for everyone who is 8 years old or younger.
- Krasi - On the way back we will drive towards the villages of Mochos and Krasi and visit the oldest plane tree in Crete! In the center of village KRASI “PLATANOS” a tree over 2000 years old! 24 men hold around it! 1 hour • Free Admission Ticket
- Private transportation
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Complementary Bottle of water or juice
- All fees and/or taxes
- Cave of Diktaion Andron entrance 6.00€ from 8 years old and older and 3.00€ for kids up to 7 years
- Lunch
Embark on a day-long voyage across Crete under the guidance of a native guide, enlighten yourself with local traditions and clandestine spots, and explore off-the-beaten-path treasures.
Discover Lasithi Plateau, perched at an altitude of 835 meters, become wonder-struck by the breathtaking nature and ancient archaeological remains in the villages. Visit Psychro Cave, deemed the mythical birthplace of Zeus, and breathe life into the legend on a hike.
Pause your journey in Krasi Village and get a glimpse of the most ancient and colossal Platanus tree, which as per local folklore, is the island’s most senescent tree.
Enjoy a unique expedition, a sneak-peak into the local lifestyle, and tales from Greek mythology.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
