• Lassithi Plateau - The Lassithi Plateau is one of the rare Mediterranean regions with permanent residents living at an altitude exceeding 800 meters. It is encircled by the Dikti Mountains and 18 charming villages that preserve the ambiance of a bygone era. Visitors can marvel at the remaining iconic windmills and the Venetian ditches, which form the Plateau’s drainage system.
• Cave of Diktaion Andron - This site offers a chance to explore the Dictean Cave, adorned with stunning stalactites and stalagmites, and is mythically known as the birthplace of Zeus, the father of the ancient Greek Gods.
• Kera Kardiotissa Monastery - The final stop is the historic Kera Kardiotissa Monastery, managed by nuns and set in a picturesque landscape. Here, one can admire the miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary, numerous frescoes, and a variety of other icons dating back to the 14th century.

• Convenient hotel pick-up across multiple areas
• Complimentary souvlaki, pita, and soft drink
• Comfortable air-conditioned bus transportation
• Expert guides fluent in English, French, and German

• Other
• Boat ticket to Agia Roumeli – Sfakia (adult)
• Food and drinks
• Personal expenses
• Other

Perched at an elevation of over 800 meters, the Lasithi Plateau is one of the select regions in the Mediterranean that is continually populated. This plateau is nestled amidst the Dikti Mountain range and is dotted with 18 charming villages, where you can experience time standing still.

While here, don’t miss the Dictean Cave, adorned with mesmerizing stalactites and stalagmites. Interestingly, this very cave is associated with the mythological birthplace of Zeus, the father of ancient Greek deities.

The tour will then proceed to the renowned village of Psychro, celebrated for its skillfully crafted ceramics.
Next on the itinerary is Tzermiado, the capital of the plateau’s villages, sure to captivate you with its exquisite natural scenery.

The final destination is the Kera Kardiotissa Monastery, an enchanting site managed by nuns, situated amidst a picturesque landscape.

The schedule is as follows:

10:15 Reach Dicteon Cave
11:45 Leave from Cave
12:20 Set off from Psychro - ceramics
12:40 Arrive at Tzermiado – Lunch break
13:40 Exit Tzermiado
14:00 Arrive at the Monastery of Kera
14:30 Depart the Monastery
16:00 Reach Heraklion

• Comfortable shoes
• At the time of booking please mention your hotel name and location. You will be notified by email about the pickup point and time
• You must not have good trekking shoes or at least a sturdy pair of trainers
• Pickup begins up to 90 minutes before tour starts and is done from central meeting points near the hotels, only in the areas of Malia, Stalis, Hersonisos, Anissaras, Analypsi, Gouves, Gournes,Heraklio, Ammoudara, Agia Pelagia/Lygaria, Fodele)
• Swimming suits

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