Private Full-Day Cave of Zeus - Knosos Tour from Ierapetra


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From $622.08

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Departs: Heraklion, Heraklion

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

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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

Bottled water

Honey/Raki tasting

Private transportation

V.I.P. Class air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

Drinks and Meals

Souvenirs and personal expenses

Ticket to the cave of Zeus (6€)

Tickets to Knosos and Museum (15€, 12€)


Traveler Information

  • TRAVELER: Age: 0 - 120

Additional Info

  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival

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

Mochos
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.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Krasi
Walk the cobblestoned streets and enjoy a refresing beverage under the 2400-year-old plane tree, also known as the Writers' Tree.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau
Admire the stunning view from the mills and get some amazing photos.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cave of Zeus
Walk up to this ancient Minoan sacred cave, which is believed to be the birthplace of Zeus. Enjoy the stunning view on your way there.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

The Palace of Knossos
Visit the Knosos Palace where Zeus's son, Minoas, intertwined his name with the oldest civilization in Europe.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Heraklion Archaeological Museum
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.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included






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