On the trail of the Greek Mythology


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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 8 hours

Departs: Heraklion, Heraklion

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

Visit the valley of the 1000 Windmills and get all the secret information’s of the Cretan people. Visit a traditional mountain village and a typical Cretan family on the way to the Lassithi Plateau, the birthplace of Zeus. On the road there, you learn about the history of the God father and his siblings. You"ll visit the birthplace of Zeus while enjoying the nature surround. We'll finalize the day with a delicious traditional meal with many dishes in one of the best Tavern. We’ll meet villagers and listen to their story's about their life.


What's Included

First coffee stop

Traditional "Mezedes" incl. Wine + Water

What's Not Included

Entrance fees - Cave of Zeus 6 Euro per person, Childr - 18 y.o.free,Students + pers. over 65 half


Traveler Information

  • CHILD: Age: 4 - 11
  • ADULT: Age: 12 - 99

Additional Info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Cancellation Policy

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

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

What To Expect

Sfendili
A walk in a traditional village, far away from the mass tourism. Enjoy a "Helenico" in a traditional "Kafenion" among the villagers

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Cave of Zeus
See the birthplace of Zeus, the godfather of the Greek Mythology

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Cave of Psychros
Traditional Lunch in a Restaurant which runs by a local family

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Lassithi Plateau
Admire the big Platana at the summer destination of Nikos Katzanzakis, the famous writer of Zorba, the Greek

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included






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