Lassithi Plateau

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1. One of the best-known features in Crete is its high-quality olive oil. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit an olive oil farm where you will get to know the procedure or olive oil production. Your hosts will also reveal the secrets of local herbs, how beneficial the olive oil is and useful tips about the local products.

   45 min

2. Visit one of the most important monasteries on Crete associated with the miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary holding Jesus Christ in her arms on the side of her heart. Get to know the historical importance of this religious monument used during WW2 by the Greek Liberation Army.

   45 min

3. Do not miss the Homo Sapiens Museum Theme Park visit. You will have the chance to get transported tens of thousands of year ago, back to the period of caves and following to all the periods of human evolution. The main focus of attention is the breathtaking views from up here.

   30 min

4. The mythical birthplace of Zeus monument of natural beauty with imposing stalactites and stalagmites.

   1 h

5. Have a great taste of real mainland Crete, its traditions, culture, tastes, and scenery. Enjoy a stunning drive around Lassithi Villages. Its unspoiled natural setting and is the perfect place to introduce yourself to local tradition and adapt to the slow rhythm of the island.

   2 h

6. Lunch stop on the way. Let us introduce you to the lands produce and become part of the island’s rich gastronomic culture.

   1 h

Cancelamento

Cancelamento gratuito até 24 horas antes do início, com reembolso total.

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How it compares in Heraklion

• Its from-price is 437% above the median of the 168 viagens de um dia we list in Heraklion.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Heraklion

Heraklion, the largest city on Crete, is a Venetian-walled port near Knossos, the Minoan palace, and the museum that holds its treasures.

Heraklion is the capital and main port of Crete, wrapped in Venetian walls and bastions of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. The Koules fortress guards the old harbour mouth, and Lions Square has the Morosini Fountain, held up by four stone lions. Nikos Kazantzakis, the author of Zorba the Greek, is buried on the Martinengo bastion under a simple wooden cross.

Top-ranked sights in Heraklion: Palace of Knossos, Malia, Kera Kardiotissa Monastery.

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