Knossos & lasithi plateau villages,Zeus's cave&olive oil Mill
Overview
Explore authentic Crete in luxury via an air-conditioned Mercedes Benz. Led by expert driver-guides, this tour blends history, mythology, and local culture. Visit a renowned olive oil factory to learn traditional production and sample "liquid gold" with local snacks.Journey to the Lassithi Plateau to discover the legendary Cave of Zeus, the mythical birthplace of the King of the Gods. Wander the narrow streets of historic villages, see the monumental ancient plane tree in Krasi, and admire the iconic Lassithi windmills. Experience the majesty of Knossos Palace and breathtaking plateau views. You’ll have the chance to unwind in picturesque squares with an iced coffee and opt for a traditional Cretan lunch at a local gem. A perfect, comprehensive journey through Crete’s unique heritage.
What's Included
- Luxury Mercedes Van: Pick-up & Drop-off Service
- Water,coffee, Olive oil and raki tasting
- Guaranteed On Time return to your Cruise Ship
- Private option 100% Flexible &Customizable: We adapt the itinerary, timing entirely to your wishes.
- Informative local English speaking driver guide, Liability insurance
- Traditional Cretan and Greek lunch,house wine
- Entrance fees at Knossos Archaeological Site 20 euro for adults,and half price for kids
- Entrance fees at Zeus cave 15 euro per person
- Official licensed tourist Guide inside Knossos Palace
Meeting and Pickup
> For Hotels: The Pick-up point is right in front of your reception area. > For Cruise Passengers: Your guide will meet you at Heraklion port, holding a sign with your name at the shuttle drop-off point.Pick-Up Areas:> Private edition: Heraklion, Gouves, Analipsi, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Stalida, Malia, Agios Nikolaos, Elounda and Plaka. > Semi private edition: Heraklion, Kokkini Hani,Gouves, Analipsi, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Stalida, Malia. We can pick you from Agios nikolaos and Elounda/Plaka If there are more than 4 people ,if not we can set up a meeting point .Other Locations: For areas outside the listed pick-up zones, we can arrange a meeting point in Heraklion region. You'll receive the details after booking.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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Omalia Olive Press
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Platanus Tree
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Aposelemis canyon
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Kera Kardiotissa Monastery (pass by)
Mochos
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Cave of Zeus
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
The Palace of Knossos
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Restaurant Tzanakis Michael
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Our fleet of minivans are wide enough for stroller accesibility but not so for wheelchairs
- For any further information about accessibility, please don't hesitate to reach us we will be more than happy to help you ,just call the number below +30 6974724839
- For private tours departing after 09:00 AM, the itinerary may be adjusted to ensure guaranteed on-time return to your cruise ship. Depending on your ship's schedule, you may need to skip a site. Your guide will customize the route according to your personal priorities.
- There is a hike uphill about 15 to 20 minutes to the entrance of Zeus Cave of a moderate level as well as soon as you reach it 180 steps down to the cave with handrails..
- Guaranteed On Time return to your Cruise Ship
- Please Note: Mountain temperatures can be significantly cooler than the coast. A jacket or warm layer is highly recommended for tours operating in the spring, autumn, and winter seasons.
- Zeus's cave is closed every Tuesday
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Luxury Mercedes Van: Pick-up & Drop-off Service.
- Water,coffee, Olive oil and raki tasting.
- Guaranteed On Time return to your Cruise Ship.
- Private option 100% Flexible &Customizable: We adapt the itinerary, timing entirely to your wishes.
- Informative local English speaking driver guide, Liability insurance.
- Traditional Cretan and Greek lunch,house wine.
- Entrance fees at Knossos Archaeological Site 20 euro for adults,and half price for kids.
- entrance fees at Zeus cave 15 euro per person.
- Official licensed tourist Guide inside Knossos Palace.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Knossos & lasithi plateau villages,Zeus's cave&olive oil Mill is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Knossos & lasithi plateau villages,Zeus’s cave&olive oil Mill will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Luxury Mercedes Van: Pick-up & Drop-off Service
- Water,coffee, Olive oil and raki tasting
- Guaranteed On Time return to your Cruise Ship
- Private option 100% Flexible &Customizable: We adapt the itinerary, timing entirely to your wishes.
- Informative local English speaking driver guide, Liability insurance
- Traditional Cretan and Greek lunch,house wine
- Entrance fees at Knossos Archaeological Site 20 euro for adults,and half price for kids
- Entrance fees at Zeus cave 15 euro per person
- Official licensed tourist Guide inside Knossos Palace
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- our fleet of minivans are wide enough for stroller accesibility but not so for wheelchairs
- For any further information about accessibility, please don't hesitate to reach us we will be more than happy to help you ,just call the number below +30 6974724839
- For private tours departing after 09:00 AM, the itinerary may be adjusted to ensure guaranteed on-time return to your cruise ship. Depending on your ship's schedule, you may need to skip a site. Your guide will customize the route according to your personal priorities.
- There is a hike uphill about 15 to 20 minutes to the entrance of Zeus Cave of a moderate level as well as soon as you reach it 180 steps down to the cave with handrails..
- Guaranteed On Time return to your Cruise Ship
- Please Note: Mountain temperatures can be significantly cooler than the coast. A jacket or warm layer is highly recommended for tours operating in the spring, autumn, and winter seasons.
- Zeus's cave is closed every Tuesday
