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Old wind Mills
Goat doesn’t want to be on the photo……
Grapevine is taking over the house….,
Huge old tree ….. size and age are not important though … just saying…….
A beautiful church …
Plane tree estimated more than 2000 years old ….
More wind mills ….
Great vibes - amazing views …..
Exploring the old villages
Enjoying an iced coffee at the square…..
Enjoying a Cretan traditional lunch….
Ladies moment and a lucky guy ……
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Explore the Real Crete-Zeus’s Cave - Villages-Olive Oil Factory

5.0 (36)· 8 hours ·English

Overview

Join us on this full day Semi Private or Private tour to see the real side of Crete , walk into the paths of the Greek Goods and through narrow streets in the old traditional villages where you feel like time has stopped long ago …..visit an olive oil factory where we learn all about olive oil ,and of course taste some of them , drive around Lasithii Plateau up to an altitude around 900 m above sea level and learn about the old wind mills, visit Cave of Zeus where the God of all the Greek Gods was born …and of course enjoy a Cretan traditional lunch at a family restaurant up on the mountain , ( Lunch is OPTIONAL)

Other things to do in the area

Itinerary

  1. Explore the authentic heart of Crete on this full day semi Private or Private Tour and get the chance to explore the real side of Crete away from the resorts , explore the Traditional Villages , the Old Wind Mills , visit an olive oil factory and learn all about olive oil production and of course taste different kind of olive oils, explore Lasithii Plateau up on the mountain to an altitude around 3000 feet above sea level .
    Enjoy the amazing views from the mountains while riding in our comfortable air conditioned vehicles.
    Explore the Cave of Zeus where the God of the Greek Gods was born ….
    Learn about local traditions , history, culture and myths while enjoining a glass of local wines or 2 glasses or more …

    After all the exploring its time to enjoy a Cretan traditional lunch at a family restaurant up on the mountain (OPTIONAL)
    We can customise the tour on your wishes and needs

    Now it’s time to go back to your hotel or cruise ship …..

What is included

  • Pick up and drop off from your hotel. Cruise port , or meeting point.
  • Liability insurance
  • Olive oil and Raki tasting
  • Bottled water, Coffee, tea
  • Informative English speaking local driver guide.
  • Transport by air conditioned minivan or minibus, free Wi-Fi on board.

Not included

  • Lunch is OPTIONAL
  • The cave it’s closed every Tuesday .

Meeting and pickup

We can pick you up from from Heraklion port - Region ,Hersonisos, Malia , Gouves , Analipsi , Anissara , Agia Pelagia. From Rethimno , Agios Nikolaous, Elounda we can pick you up only if you book the Private Option.
We don’t pick up from Chania Region and Ierapetra Region .

Good to know

  • 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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