Knossos Palace & Lassithi Plateau: Private Tour of Crete

9 hours

Private Tour

Easy

From 590 €

Description

Discover the heart of Crete on a journey that combines ancient history, traditional villages, spiritual heritage and authentic local flavors.
From the legendary Knossos Palace to the scenic Lassithi Plateau, this tour offers a rich and beautifully balanced experience of the island beyond the usual highlights.

Highlights:

Knossos Palace — step into the world of myth and history at Crete’s most iconic archaeological site and the legendary home of King Minos.
Avdou Village — enjoy the laid-back atmosphere of a traditional Cretan village and experience a quieter, more authentic side of the island.
Kera Kardiotissa Monastery — visit a peaceful historic monastery known for its spiritual significance and beautiful mountain setting.
Traditional Lunch with a View — savor authentic Cretan cuisine in a local taverna surrounded by breathtaking scenery.
Pottery Workshop — discover one of Crete’s oldest crafts and see how traditional pottery is still made today.
Olive Oil Factory — visit a local olive oil mill and experience one of Crete’s most treasured traditions through its authentic flavors and heritage, including an olive oil tasting.

A beautifully balanced journey through Crete’s history, traditions and local flavors — all enjoyed at a relaxed pace.

Included

2 guides: an officially licensed guide at Knossos Archaeological Site and a professional local tour leader for the rest of the tour
Skip-the-line ticket purchase assistance
Olive oil tasting at a local olive oil mill
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Flexible pick-up & drop-off at your preferred time and location
Support from your travel planner before and during your tour
All the legal taxes
Infant seats and child booster seats are provided upon request, totally free of charge
Liability insurance coverage by MINETTA INSURANCE

Not included

Knossos Palace entrance ticket: €20 full price. Free admission for EU citizens up to 25 years old and non-EU citizens up to 18 years old. Reduced admission (€10) for EU citizens aged 65+ during the winter season only (October 1–May 31).
For groups of more than 10 people, headsets are mandatory and cost €2 per person
Lunch and dinner
Kera Monastery entrance fee: €3 per person. Free admission for children up to 18 years old.
Gratuities (optional)

What to bring

Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
Comfortable walking shoes
Cash or card for personal expenses (entrance tickets, meals, snacks, souvenirs)

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 48 hours before departure to receive a full refund. Cancellations made less than 48 hours before departure are non-refundable.

For cruise passengers, a full refund will also be provided if your ship skips port, your cruise is canceled by the cruise line, or your ship’s schedule changes and Cherry Travel is unable to operate the booked tour/service accordingly.

Cherry Travel reserves the right to verify the actual cruise itinerary before approving any cruise-related refund.

Please read our full Terms & Conditions here.

Step 1. Date & guests

Date

Persons

Available Group Options

Total: €0.00

187, Andrea Papandreou str
Gazi, Heraklion
Greece, 71414

E info@cherry-travel.com
T +306909184880

Step 1. Date & guests

Step 2. Contact details