On the trail of the Greek Mythology
Heraklion, Greece
Visit the valley of the 1000 Windmills and get all the secret information’s of the Cretan people. Visit a traditional mountain village and a typical Cretan family on the way to the Lassithi Plateau, the birthplace of Zeus. On the road there, you learn about the history of the God father and his siblings. You"ll visit the birthplace of Zeus while enjoying the nature surround. We'll finalize the day with a delicious traditional meal with many dishes in one of the best Tavern. We’ll meet villagers and listen to their story's about their life.
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Itinerary
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Stop At: Sfendili, Potamies, Crete 70005 Greece
A walk in a traditional village, far away from the mass tourism. Enjoy a "Helenico" in a traditional "Kafenion" among the villagers
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Cave of Zeus, Main Road, Plati, Crete 842 01 Greece
See the birthplace of Zeus, the godfather of the Greek Mythology
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Cave of Psychros, Psychros, Lasithi Mesa, Crete 72053 Greece
Traditional Lunch in a Restaurant which runs by a local family
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Lassithi Plateau, Crete 72052 Greece
Admire the big Platana at the summer destination of Nikos Katzanzakis, the famous writer of Zorba, the Greek
Duration: 30 minutes
Inclusions
- Coffee and/or Tea - First coffee stop
- Lunch - Traditional "Mezedes" incl. Wine + Water
- Entry/Admission - Cave of Psychros
- Entry/Admission - Sfendili
- Entry/Admission - Lassithi Plateau
Exclusions
- Entrance fees - Cave of Zeus 6 Euro per person, Childr - 18 y.o.free,Students + pers. over 65 half
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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