Visit the Lassithi Plateau & Zeus Cave
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Heraklion
Explore Zeus Cave, historic monasteries, and charming villages on a captivating tour from Heraklion. Discover myths, marvel at nature, and savor local cuisine.
Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Kera Kardiotissa Monastery - Visit Kera Kardiotissa Monastery, a historical monastery inhabited and run by nuns, which is located in an idyllic landscape.
  • Cave of Diktaion Andron - Guided visit to the Birthplace of Zeus!
  • Windmills Of Lasithi Plateau - Visit Tzermiado, the capital of the villages on the plateau. It will amaze you with its natural beauty, its traditional architecture and its breathtaking views
What's Included
  • Professional Guide (English, German)
  • Pick-up and drop-off service from designated pick-up points
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fee to Kera Monastery (2€)
  • Entrance Fee to Dikteon Cave (6€)
  • Food, Drinks and other personal Expenses.
Additional Information

We’ll begin our journey at the historical Kera Kardiotissa Monastery, a nunnery nestled within a stunning landscape. Here, we will have the opportunity to appreciate the miraculous icon of Virgin Mary, a host of frescoes, and other 14th-century icons.

We will then move on to the renowned village of Psychro, famed for its artisan ceramics and an impressive workshop experience. Additionally, the tour includes a visit to the Dicteon Cave, housing marvelous stalactites and stalagmites, and famously recognized as the birthplace of Zeus, the father of ancient Greek Gods.

A quick detour will take us to Cronus’ Cave, a site of significant archaeological interest.

Our final destination is Tzermiado, the central village among the plateau settlements, boasting of breathtaking landscapes, traditional architecture, and serene views. Here, you will have the chance to capture memorable photographs, relax for a bit, and savor a meal at a local tavern.

Location
Kera Kardiotissa Monastery
Cancellation Policy

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

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José
Jul 16, 2019
Great Guide. Beautiful places. - It was an excellent excursión. I would Say the Visit of the last monastery is not necesary. The guide was great. And the driver too!
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