Private Full-Day East Crete Tour from Heraklion
9 hours
Group 1+
English
9 hours
What you'll do
Start at the traditional village of Mochos with its narrow alleys and colourful gardens, then continue to Krasi and visit the 2,400-year-old Writers' Plane Tree. Afterwards, the tour will ascend to the Diktaion Andron, an ancient cave believed to be the birthplace of Zeus. Take in the incredible view of the Lasithi Plateau. After that amazing experience the tour will take you to the vibrant city of Agios Nikolaos through a long-forgotten route where you get to see wildgoats from up close. There you can visit, surrounded by many legends, Voulismeni lake. Next, visit the villages of Elouda and Plaka with the beautiful beach where you can take a swim or/and visit the world-famous Spinaloga which is a short boat-ride away.
Itinerary
- 1Mochos is a mountainous traditional village and has its roots back in the second Byzantine period. The views on the way to Mochos are magnificent.
- 2
Walk the cobblestoned streets and enjoy a refreshing beverage under the 2400-year-old plane tree, also known as the Writers' Tree.
- 3
Admire the stunning view from the mills and get some amazing photos.
- 4
Walk up to this ancient Minoan sacred cave, which is believed to be the birthplace of Zeus. Enjoy the stunning view on your way there.
- 5
Visit the vibrant city of Agios Nikolaos
- 6
Visit Elouda, a village which has connected its name with many well-known people from pop stars to statesmen while maintaining its peaceful charm as a small fishing village.
- 7
Visit Plaka, a picturesque tiny fishing village where you can have lunch, swim or simply enjoy the lush green surroundings.
- 8
Visit the islet of Spinalonga, a place associated with pain and love, desperation and fear. Spinalonga functioned as a leper colony until 1957 and grew in popularity after the publication of "The Island" by Victoria Hislop.
What's Included
Bottled water
Private transportation
V.I.P. Class air-conditioned vehicle
Honey/Raki tasting
What's not included
Drinks and Meals
Souvenirs and personal expenses
Ticket to the cave of Zeus (6€)
Boat and entrance tickets to Spinalonga (12€+8€)
Notes
Not wheelchair accessible
No public transportation nearby
Infants must not sit on laps
We pick up guests from their hotel at an arranged time.
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Cancellation policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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