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Knossos Palace and Plateau of Lassithi from Heraklion Region

3.9(17)Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 17 reviews9 hFree cancellationBy Status MLB Travel Agency
Knossos Palace and Plateau of Lassithi from Heraklion Region

About this activity

Great chance to visit the highlights of the Minoan civilisation in this full day tour and learn more about Cretan traditions, enjoy panoramic views of the scenic route in the mountains and visit a fantastic natural sight in the end.

• See the main attractions of the island and learn a lot of interesting information about the customs of the local population.

• Find out how mysterious myths about the Minotaur and the real story are intricately intertwined while visiting famous KNOSSOS PALACE.

• Get the experience of traveling on the beautiful mountain routes to the delightful LASSITHI PLATEAU and marvel at the miraculous icon in one of the most revered monasteries from the locals “KERA CARDIOTISA - Our Lady of Heart” or Panagia Vidiani Monastery, a nunnery dedicated to Virgin Mary.

At the end of the tour, you will have time to dine in the traditional Cretan tavern or visit a pottery workshop.

What's included

  • ✓Pick-up from your hotel (at the specific tourist bus stop, outside of the hotel)
  • ✓Transfer with air-conditioned bus
  • ✓Certified tour-guide

Not included

  • ✕Single entrance ticket to the Knossos palace (up to 25y.o. free)
  • ✕Entrance to Kardiotissa Monastery (up to 18 y.o.free)
  • ✕Zeus Cave

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • If an infant does not sit on lap in the bus, It is necessary to pay a child ticket.
  • Pick-up from the specific bus stops next to the hotels. From Area 1: all the villages between Amudara/Heraklion/Karteros/Amnissos/Kokkini Hani/Gournes/Gouves/Analipsi/Anissaras/Hersonissos/Stalida/Malia/Sissi
  • Area 2: Sises/Fodele/Agia Pelagia/Ligaria/Achlada/Mades/Ammoudi/Rodia/Palaiokastro/Pantanassa /Linoperamata/Gazi
  • After booking we will contact you to arrange the pick-up. Please, note, if you do not provide your pick-up details up to 24 hours before the tour, we do not guarantee the pick-up. For pick-up from different location, please, contact us.
  • Monday: English, German, French
  • Tuesday: English, German, French, Russian
  • Wednesday: English, German, French
  • Friday: English, German, French
  • Saturday: English, German, French

Cancellation policy

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

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