Discover the central region of Crete during this guided tour to the Zeus Cave. Learn the history and mythology of Crete whilst driving along olive tree-lined roads en route to the Zeus Cave.

Long description

Through this route we will explore the central part of Crete climbing to an altitude of 1150 meters We will learn a lot about mythology as well as we will have a lot of information about Crete and local life We will drive through a beautiful route with lush olive groves and we will first reach the aposelemi dam where we can see the sunken village of sfentili Then we will visit the traditional olive mill where we will learn how to produce Cretan olive oil and have the opportunity to buy products pure olive oil. Then we will reach the shepherd's farm and we will have the opportunity to learn how the traditional Cretan cheese is produced. Our next stop is the zeus cave where mythology states that the father of the gods was born there (There is a ticket of 6 euros) After we will enjoy a genuine Cretan meal with traditional cuisine in one of the best local taverns Then we will follow a beautiful dirt route at an altitude of 1150 meters where we will definitely be enchanted by the landscape and the photos we will take from this point will be the best of our vacation. We descend and reach the traditional village of kastamonitsa where we will visit the remains of the roman aqueduct learning about its usefulness for the surrounding areas Finally through a beautiful route with a very nice view we end up at the hotel full of memories This day will be full of surprises and will surely fill you with memories that will accompany you for a lifetime

Duration
1 day(s)

Max Group Size
1-120 people

Tour Code
5847

Departure Type
scheduled

Tour Category
Adventure

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
1 - 85

Heraklion

Pickup Time:

08:00

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Lasithi Plateau

Dropoff Time:

16:30

Highlights