Cave of Zeus (the thunderer) - Lassithi plateau
Kera Kardiotissa
The first stop will be at one of the most popular Byzantine monuments in Crete '' Kera Kardiotissa '' monastery with its famous icon of Holy Mother as well as the fresh characteristic of all the wall paintings is their vividness, expressiveness and aesthetic perfection. Their existence had been hidden for hundreds of years by earlier Christians to avoid their destruction by the Turkish occupiers.oes from the 13th and 14th centuries.
After Kera Kardiotissa, another stop and main one follows to the Psychro village, there is the famous Cave of Zeus.
STARTING PRICE:
360€
DURATION
8 Hours
PICK-UP:
09:00
RETURN:
17:00
Lasithi plateau
The largest and highest plateau in Greece!
This is an almost perfect level with a maximum length of 10 km and 5 km wide! It is full of vegetable gardens and has about 10,000 windmills! It is the largest and highest plateau in Greece!
At the Psychro village, is the famous Cave of Zeus.
This place is breathing of history and mythology.
Cave of Zeus
Further, a picturesque mountainous road will lead you to the Lassithi Plateau, which is considered one of the most fertilized ones in the whole Crete.
During the time of our visiting the Cave of Zeus, you will pass a steep path on foot, to explore the cave with its stalactites and stalagmites, where, according to the mythology, Rhea gave birth to Zeus. It is not recommended for the guests who have health issues to visit the Cave. This excursion will suit the lovers of the history of ancient Greece and those who lust for breathtaking landscapes. It is not recommended for the guests who have health issues to visit the Cave.
Eco Park
After this wonderful experience, we head to the ecological village where we will experience various experiences. We will get to know some of the traditional Cretan arts such as.
POTTERY: Take the opportunity and have a seat at the potter's table, We will show you how to do it, how we prepare
WOOD CARVING: The craft of wood carving finds itself in music and as well in church. Wooden carpenters produce traditional musical instruments such as Lyra and the Laughs
FLORA ( HERBS & TEA): The island of Crete is strongly influenced by olive groves and a big variety of herbs and teas which are an important part of the flora of the island.
HANDWORKS-WEAVING-EMBROIDERY: In the past Cretan woven handworks, have been highlighted by vibrant colours and geometric patterns. Take the opportunity to visit one of the oldest looms in Eco Park.
PRICE :
up to - 7 people 375€
More than 7 people upon request
INCLUDED:
Flexible Pick up drop off
Excellent English Speaking Driver
Bottle of water for each passenger in the vehicle
Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
Local driver
Liability insurance certified services ISO:9001
All taxes
Child seats (if requested)
NOT INCLUDED:
Entrance fees, 6€ p,p, Zeus Cave
Tour guide
Food & Drinks
Gratuities
OPTIONALLY:
Official tour guide extra charge