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Combo tour to Knossos Palace & Lasithi Plateau

31 Reviews 4.68 out of 5 stars Based on 31 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 97% of reviewers | Heraklion, Greece

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9 to 10 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

This tour will give travelers the opportunity to explore interesting places at the Plateau of Lassithi, the area where Zeus was born according to the mythology. Climbed at 850meters above the sea level, the plain of Lasithi has the highest production of agricultural products in Crete. There are 18 villages built on the surrounding mountains of the plateau. Clients will admire a panoramic drive through the plateau, the Monastery of Vidiani, Lasinthos Eco Park and the traditional village of Krasi. Following, the participants will be guided in an Olive Mill Farm and see the production of olive soap, olive oil etc. and enjoy an unforgettable meal made from local products, at their own expense at the Olive Mill Farm, with unique aromas from the surrounding wild mountain and view to the Aegean Sea. Our day will end with a guided tour at the word wide famous Archaeological Site of Knossos, the capital of ancient Minoan civilization, the first in Europe.

What's Included

  • Liability Insurance Coverage by ALLIANZ for our tour participants
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional Driver
  • Lunch
  • The Palace of Knossos
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

We pick up travellers from specific points in the areas of Sisi, Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Agkisaras, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Amoudara, Agia Pelagia and from two centrally located points in Heraklion town. As soon as you make the booking we will contact you in order to let you know the exact place and time of the Pick-up which is closer to your place of hotel, please check your email.

What To Expect

Heraklion

We will start collecting participants from pick-up points in the morning. Depending on the place of your hotel/apartment the bus ride will differ.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Monastery of Panagia Vidiani

A small, male monastery located at the foot of Louloudaki Mountain will be our first stop.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lasinthos Eco Park

Bus Drive to Lasinthos eco park: 15' We will visit Lasinthos eco park for about 1 hour. An Eco Park, with ancient workshops such as pottery, candle making etc and a small animal farm (admission is free). After that, we will have a small drive around the traditional villages of Lasithi Plateau.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Krasi

Bus Drive to Krasi: 30 minutes. We will visit the little traditional village Krasi with its beautiful freshwater springs and the oldest tree on Crete, for about 30'. Enjoy our time in Cretan Nature!
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lyrakis Family S.A.

Lunch & guided tour at an Olive Mill Farm (bus drive: 25 minutes). There will be a big variety of traditional dishes made from local products of Crete (lunch is on your own expense), homemade wine and meats from the surrounding mountains. After lunch there will be guided tour around the Olive Mill Farm about olive oil production, olive soaps, ceramics, honey etc.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Heraklion

Bus Drive from Lasithi to the Minoan Palace will take almost 1 hour, depending of traffic.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

The Palace of Knossos

As soon as we arrive, our participants will enter the Archaeological Site with our Representative in order to attend a Guided Tour for about 1 hour and then enjoy some free time to take photos and admire the historic Minoan place. ENTRANCE FEE: 15€
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Heraklion

Embarkation in the buses and drive back to the hotels where we gathered participants in the morning. Depending on traffic and on the pick-up places of each one, the time of journey back to the hotel will differ.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Combo tour to Knossos Palace & Lasithi Plateau?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Liability Insurance Coverage by ALLIANZ for our tour participants
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional Driver
  • Tour Guide
  • Lunch
  • The Palace of Knossos

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

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Free Cancellation

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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