Exploring Lasithi and its Villages
Overview
This tour will take you from the heights of the rocky Lassithi plateau to the traditional villages tucked away off the beaten path. We start at the village of Krasi where we will visit the huge 2,400-years-old Writer’s Plane Tree, named so because it was beloved by Nikos Kazantzakis, one of the most famous Greek writers of the 20th century. In the same village we’ll get to see how the Cretans used to wash their clothes in the traditional manner. Next up is Panagia Kera, a 13th century Byzantine monastery where you can find among the gorgeous iconography a depiction of the Catholic St. Francis, who is famous in Crete.
Afterwards, the tour will ascend to the unique Lassithi Plateau, a rocky and austere long treasured for the beauty of its scenery. There you can visit the Diktaion Andron, an ancient cave believed to be the mythological birthplace of Zeus.
You can have lunch a traditional taverna outside Krasi, at your own expense.
What's Included
- Pick up & return luxury transfer
- Bottle of water
- Half day private tour with an experienced, friendly local guide
- Wine tasting fees
- Personal expenses
- Food and drink expenses, unless specified
- All Gratuities
- Admission fees and guided tours to museums or archaeological sites
Meeting and Pickup
Since it is a private tour for Lasithi area, you will be picked up from your hotel based at Lasithi or Elounda area
What To Expect
Diktaio Andro
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Panagias Keras Church
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Minimum age is 18 years
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Activity code: C-26477P20
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