• Kera Kardiotissa Monastery - Panagia Kera, a significant site during the Cretan Revolt, experienced considerable damage.
• Lassithi Plateau - Visit a pottery workshop to observe skilled artisans crafting exquisite ceramic pots.
• Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau - Once home to 10,000 windmills, this area was the largest windmill park globally. Today, only a few remain.
• Cave of Diktaion Andron - In ancient mythology, this cave is the birthplace of Zeus, hidden by his mother Rhea to protect him from Kronos. A short uphill path leads to the entrance, where the temperature drops, creating an almost otherworldly atmosphere. Inside, dramatic stalactites and stalagmites form natural sculptures shaped over millennia, blending geology with myth. The cave’s depth, echoing chambers, and cool air contrast with the bright plateau outside, making it a memorable highlight of the Lassithi region.
• Psychro - Traditional Pottery Workshop
  The village of Psychro is renowned for its long-standing tradition of handmade ceramics, a craft passed down through generations. Visitors can step inside a local pottery workshop to see artisans shaping clay using time-honored techniques. The process from raw clay to finished piece is demonstrated, showcasing how everyday objects and decorative items are formed, fired, and painted. This stop provides an authentic glimpse into the craftsmanship that has defined the Lassithi Plateau for centuries, adding a cultural dimension to the journey.
• Tzermiado - Tzermiado, the main village of the Lassithi Plateau, is known for its traditional stone houses and stunning mountain views. Visitors have free time to relax, stroll through the quiet streets, and enjoy lunch at a family-run tavern. The dishes, prepared with fresh, locally grown ingredients, highlight Lassithi’s famous vegetables and authentic Cretan flavors, offering a genuine taste of village life.
• Malia - Olive Oil Factory Visit
  The day concludes with a visit to a traditional olive oil factory at the foothills of the Lassithi area. Here, visitors discover how extra virgin olive oil is produced—from harvesting local olives to the cold-pressing methods that preserve their rich flavor and nutritional value. Each step of the process is followed, revealing what defines true Cretan quality. The visit ends with a tasting of extra virgin olive oil and other local products, providing a delicious insight into the region’s agricultural heritage.

• Live Tour Guide
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Insurance

• • Extras at coffee breaks, Lunch
• • 2 € - Monastery
• Lunch
• Entrance fees

The day starts at the historic Kera Kardiotissa Monastery, a serene nunnery nestled amidst stunning mountain landscapes, renowned for its miraculous icon and 14th-century frescoes. The journey then proceeds to the Lassithi Plateau, a populated highland encircled by the Dikti Mountains, featuring traditional villages, ancient windmills, and fertile fields crafted by Venetian engineering. The tour includes a visit to the legendary Cave of Zeus near Psychro, the mythological birthplace of Zeus, where remarkable stalactites and stalagmites create an enchanting atmosphere. In Psychro, there is also a visit to a local pottery workshop to observe traditional ceramics. The final stop is Tzermiado, the oldest village on the plateau, where there is free time to enjoy and an optional lunch with fresh local produce. On the way back, a visit to a traditional olive oil factory is included to learn about production and sample high-quality Cretan olive oil.

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