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Zeus Cave, Kera Monastery, and Lasithi Plateau: Private Tour from Chania

8 hours and 30 minutes

Easy

We will go to the largest plateau of Crete – Lasithi Plateau. It is called the valley of thousands of mills, the birthplace of Zeus. Our path will go to the east of the island. This picturesque plateau will amaze us with its magnificence.
We will go to the largest plateau of Crete – Lasithi Plateau. It is called the valley of thousands of mills, the birthplace of Zeus.

Our path will go to the east of the island. This picturesque plateau will amaze us with its magnificence. Today it is the largest agricultural center. Local citizens are actively engaged in growing: Vegetables, Apples, Cereal crops. The plateau attracts tourists with its picturesque landscapes and Original culture.

Windmills
It is one of the most prominent highlights of Lasithi.

Monastery of Kera Kardiotissa.
We will come over to the monastery of Kera –a convent founded in the medieval period. It gained great popularity due to the miraculous icon of God’s Mother.

Zeus Cave
On one of the slopes of Dikti, we will visit the famous Zeus Cave. According to one of the legends, it was here that the greatest god was born.

Ceramics Center
We cannot only communicate with the masters but also learn the secrets of making crafts and watch the work of the potters.
What's included?
    Pick-up / drop-off at your hotel.
    Luxury Vehicle with a professional driver.
    Wi-fi on board and Water from the springs of the White Mountains “Samaria”, in bottles.
    Accompaniment by a professional guide.
    Entrance tickets to Zeus' Cave, Kera Monastery.
    All Fees and Taxes
    Exclusions
      Personal expenses, drinks, lunch / dinner.
      Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts.
      Lunch at the Chalavro tavern from 12 - 20€ per person. (optional)
      Please note
      • Infant seats available
      • Not wheelchair accessible
      • Not stroller accessible
      • Not suitable for pets
      • No public transportation nearby
      • Infants must not sit on laps
      • Not recommended for people with back problems
      • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
      • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
      • Important to have: Comfortable shoes, Comfortable clothes, Sunglasses and Hat, Money for souvenirs, drinks, lunch/dinner.
      • To visit the Monastery, you must wear modest clothes: for women – a skirt/dress under your knees and covered shoulders. For men – trousers, T-shirt with long sleeves.
      • Health issues: If any participant suffers from any severe allergy (e.g. to bee stings, food allergies/intolerances) or has medical/health issues we need to be aware of, it is important to let us know in advance. This is clearly a safety measure, personal information is by no means violated, and we exercise all discretion.
      • Our company is covered by Professional Liability Insurance. Each participant is advised to take out health/travel insurance before traveling to Crete.
      • Private pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, villa, cruise, or any other point in Crete. Pick-up time is flexible and upon your final confirmation.
      What to bring
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