Private Jeep Tour - Zeus Cave - Cretan villages

Overview

The perfect Private / Shore excursion with pick up from your Hotel or Cruise ship ! Flexible duration to fit your needs.

If you're seeking an exclusive experience of Crete, opt for our private tour, tailored for a more intimate exploration with only your selected companions. Travel comfortably in a private 4x4 vehicle accompanied with an experienced and informative driver/guide in your language, allowing you to venture off the beaten path to unique destinations like the sunken village in Aposelemis Dam, the Windmills of Lasithi Plateau, the Cave of Zeus , many villages and the local restaurant for a traditional lunch & wine included.

Immerse yourself in the island's culture and history with personalized attention, uncovering tales and trivia not commonly found in guidebooks.

Enjoy the convenience of stress-free hotel or Cruise ship pickup and drop-off, ensuring a seamless and private journey.

Itinerary

1. Starting from your hotel we head to “Potamies” an Authentic Cretan village.There we will make our first stop, in a traditional mitato where we will meet a local shepherd with his family. We will see how the cheese is made after first milking the milk from the goats and then we will learn how the flour is made in the traditional herromily. Those who wish can taste from the traditional products of the shepherd, such as cheese, raki and oil.

   45 minutes

2. Sfendili the sunken village or the Cretan Atlantis
   Duration: 15 minutes

   10 minutes

3. Then we will start our ascent using dirt roads, we will pass through the gorge Of “Ebassas”. The view of the imposing mountains and the wild beauty of nature will reward you. At the short stop, the guide will collect various local herbs (oregano, thyme, sage) as the Cretans used to do.

   30 minutes
4. Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau

   These stone structures fitted with white sails turned with the wind and drew water from the ground to irrigate the crops. During its heydays, Lasithi Plateau had over 10,000 windmills

   15 minutes
5. Dikteon Cave

   Our next stop is on the Lassithi plateau where you will have free time for coffee or optionally to visit the impressive cave of Zeus (ticket to the cave not included).of Zeus! The birthplace of the God Zeus!

   1 hour 30 minutes · Admission not included

6. Immediately after we will enjoy delicious authentic food, baked in the wood oven in one of the best traditional taverns.
   Including Food with wine and water.
   Please let us know if you have any food allergies or special dietary needs

   1 hour 30 minutes
7. Tzermiado

   Tour the plateau of Lasithi through the gardens, meet the locals and explore the small villages!

   Pass by

8. Our journey culminates with a spectacular panoramic view stretching from Sissi to Analipsi. Don't miss the opportunity to capture stunning photos that encapsulate the scenic beauty of this unforgettable experience.

   10 minutes
9. Platanus Tree

   After the local feast, we stroll through the alleys of the picturesque village of Krasi. Its square, dominated by fountains and imposing centuries-old plane trees, is where we find the oldest one in Crete, standing tall at over 2000 years old!

   30 minutes

Meeting and pickup

Vehicle options: Land Rover Defender 4x4 or air-conditioned Mercedes Vito 4x4. If you would like a specific vehicle, please contact us after booking (subject to availability). Otherwise, a vehicle will be assigned automatically.
We pick you up from any other place by arrangement

Good to know

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Not allowed drinking/eating/smoking inside the vehicle.
• The use of the seat belt is mandatory.
• Not recommended for travelers with serious medical conditions

Cancellation policy

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