Private Full-Day East Crete Tour from Heraklion


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From $600.25

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Departs: Heraklion, Heraklion

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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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. After that amazing experience the tour will take you to the vibrant city of Agios Nikolaos through a long-forgotten route where you get to see wildgoats from up close. There you can visit, surrounded by many legends, Voulismeni lake. Next, visit the villages of Elouda and Plaka with the beautiful beach where you can take a swim or/and visit the world-famous Spinaloga which is a short boat-ride away.


What's Included

Bottled water

Honey/Raki tasting

Private transportation

V.I.P. Class air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

Boat and entrance tickets to Spinalonga (12€+8€)

Drinks and Meals

Souvenirs and personal expenses

Ticket to the cave of Zeus (6€)


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.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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

15 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.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Agios Nikolaos
Visit the vibrant city of Agios Nikolaos

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Visit Elouda, a village which has connected its name with many well-known people from pop stars to statesmen while maintaining its peaceful charm as a small fishing village.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Plaka
Visit Plaka, a picturesque tiny fishing village where you can have lunch, swim or simply enjoy the lush green surroundings.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Spinalonga (Kalydon)
Visit the islet of Spinalonga, a place associated with pain and love, desperation and fear. Spinalonga functioned as a leper colony until 1957 and grew in popularity after the publication of "The Island" by Victoria Hislop.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included






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