Private Tour-Knossos Palace Zeus Cave Olive Oil Mill & Wine

From EUR 115

4.96

81 reviews

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Overview

Available languages

English

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In this guided tour, you will have the opportunity to explore nature, history and tradition of the region of Lasithi Plateau with it's 16 picturesque villages and Minoan civilization Knossos Palace.

We'll explore Old Windmills, Traditional Villages of Lasithi Plateau,Aposelemis Dam, 2400 years old Plane tree in Krasi village, an Olive Oil Factory, a Pottery,Olive Groves, will have a Greek Coffee in a traditional caffe and of course we'll have lunch in family taverna to taste some of the most iconic dishes of Crete.

In the end of the tour, we'll explore the most visited site in Crete, Knossos Palace.

Knossos Palace, is one of the most significant archaeological sites in Greece.

Visiting the Lasithi Plateau and Knossos Palace, offers a journey through time,history and nature, allowing travelers to experience the authentic charm and rich traditions of Crete.

If you would like to explore and learn about Cretan history,mythology,tradition,nature and food in one day,this tour is for you.

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Let us know if there are any specific sights or experiences you'd like to include, and we'll tailor the tour accordingly.

If you have any food allergies or intolerances, please contact us to let us know

For the tours that start later than 09:00 am from cruises, kindly note that you may have to skip one/a couple sites to get back to ship on time. Your guide will adjust the program according to your priorities.

Zeus Cave is closed for the moment

For shared tour option we pick up travelers only from Heraklion area

Infant seats available on request

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Cretan Wines for Private Tour

All Fees and Taxes

Bottled water

Local English speaking Driver Guide

Greek Coffee, Raki and Refreshments

Private transportation in Mercedes Benz Van

Liability Insurance

Pick up and drop off from your accommodation hotel/port/airport

Knossos Palace entrance (20 euro per person)

Lunch in traditional Taverna (optional)

Official Licensed Tourist Guide at Knossos Palace(120 euro per group optional)

Options

Private Tour to Knossos Palace and Zeus Cave

Mercedes Benz Van
Private Tour : Only your group will participate
Pickup included

Shared Tour up to 12 people

Duration: 8 hours
Mercedes Benz Van: We pick up people only from Heraklion area. We don't pick up people from Rethymno, Chania, Agios Nikolaos and Sitia.
Pickup included

Combo with Rethymno & Chania

Combo - Rethymno Chania : In this 2 days private tour we'll visit Knossos Palace, Lasithi Plateau, Rethymno and Chania cities.
Duration: 2 days
Lunch is included
Mercedes Benz Van
Pickup included

Reviews

4.96

81 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Mike was very...
Carol A,
Jun 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Mike was very knowledgeable and also had a great personality. He explained not only what we were seeing but also the history and even some of the mythology of Greece. He also was a very good driver and interacted with all of the people in our group, answering any questions we had. The restaurant stop for lunch was beautiful and the food was delicious. We learned a lot and enjoyed the tour and the scenery.
A day filled with fun
Belle S,
Jun 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Our day with Spyros was one of our absolute favorite days of our honeymoon. The whole day was filled with memories we won’t forget: strawberry picking, tasting authentic Greek yogurt, drinking coffee in a small cafe and wine/raki tasting in Spyros’s home to name a few. Thank you for making our honeymoon so special! Could not recommend this trip enough.
A Truly Unforgettable Day in Crete with Spyros!
Kimberly K,
Jun 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00
If you’re visiting Heraklion and want to experience the real Crete — beyond the tourist spots — this private tour with Spyros is an absolute must! Our day started with a visit to a local olive oil factory where we learned about the traditional process and tasted some of the freshest oil imaginable. From there, we took in some stunning scenic views and captured gorgeous photos of the Cretan countryside. Then came a delightful surprise: we picked fresh strawberries right from the field! Spyros didn’t just show us Crete — he shared it with us. He brought us to a charming local coffee house where we soaked in the atmosphere, then to a family-run pottery factory where we watched artisans at work. The highlight of the day, though, was visiting Spyros’ beautiful home. There, we enjoyed the strawberries we picked, served with real Greek yogurt and local wine — all while sitting in his lovely kitchen. To top it all off, Spyros gifted us a bottle of his own homemade olive oil, and later took us to a local taverna for an authentic Greek lunch of goat and moussaka that was absolutely delicious. We ended our tour visiting the stunning Knossos Palace. Spyros is warm, knowledgeable, and passionate about his island — this tour felt more like spending the day with a friend than a guide. One of the most memorable experiences of our entire trip. Highly recommend!
A bit disappointed
Mary H,
Jun 1, 2025
- Viator
2.00
Realizing that there are two cruise ports in Crete and make sure that your ship is coming into the right on for the tour. Apparently they are 2 hours apart and the tour company doesn’t verify which port your ship is coming.
Awesome Tour!
Natalia R,
May 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The tour was awesome. We had a great time. Our driver and tour guide Stavros was the best! He made this tour very unique with a personal attention to every participant. Guided by Stavros, we visited many interesting places, bought souvenirs, and enjoyed tasty foods and wine. Thank you, Stavros! We would highly recommend this tour!