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The 10 most popular lasithi plateau tours in Heraklion. Here's what each one actually delivers, who runs them, and what they cost.
Full-day Crete tour from Heraklion linking Knossos, Vidiani Monastery, Lasithi Eco Park, Krasi springs, and an olive mill farm.
“Zoula was very kind and knowledgeable during the tour. She showed great passion for the Minoan civilization at Knossos Palace, which made me enjoy it more. It was a wonderful day!”
A guided day from Heraklion across the Lasithi Plateau: olive oil tasting, village stops, Zeus-area cave views, and Knossos Palace.
“George was a great guide - very personable and knowledgeable. We had a wonderful time. Everything went smoothly.”
Private full-day trip from Heraklion to Mochos, Krasi, Lasithi Plateau windmills, Zeus Cave and Knossos, with honey and raki tasting.
“Very knowledgeable and proud tour guide. We were able to adjust our destinations”
A long but rewarding Crete road trip to Vidiani Monastery, the Cave of Zeus, Krasi village, and an olive mill farm with tasting.
“I felt a bit ripped off as in the description it said Cretan lunch was included in the ticket cost but it wasn’t and they wanted €15 for a basic buffet that was nearly empty by the time we got there. It was a nice trip except for the over 90 minutes of pick up…”
Private Zeus Cave and Knossos day trip from Heraklion with Lassithi Plateau stops, artisan time, and a guided Knossos visit.
“The tour consists of Zues' cave and the palace. Our tour guide is a very knowledgeable lady, Christiana. The hike up to the cave was not easy and there is a long line to get in so we were a bit delayed. We got donkey rides for my daughter and she loved it. The cave…”
Shared day tour from Heraklion to Vidiani Monastery, Zeus Cave, Krasi, an olive mill, and Knossos with hotel pickup.
“Lovely, well organised and busy day. Saw and experienced lots, good value for money. Would recommend but bear in mind that it is tiring”
Small-group Lasithi Plateau day tour: Kera Kardiotissa monastery, Greek mythology theme park, Krasi plane tree village, olive press tasting.
“If you like history , you’ll love this . Couldn’t fault your guide who was very knowledgeable and friendly .”
Private Heraklion tour hitting Knossos, the archaeological museum, Krasi, Lasithi windmills, and the Omalia olive press.
“Our guide, Angie, was excellent. Very knowledgeable & had great stories for all places we visited!! We would highly recommend this tour with Angie.”
Private full-day from Rethimno to Knossos, Lasithi Plateau, and the Cave of Zeus, with hotel pickup and honey/raki tasting.
“Amazing tour of Crete with Kostas! Our family of 10 greatly enjoyed the knowledgeable and always helpful guide. He was very attentive to our needs and went above and beyond the entire time. We visited the major highlights and some placed off the beaten path. Kostas took great care of our family, both kids and…”
Full-day coach tour from Heraklion to Knossos, Lassithi Plateau wind-pumps, Kera Kardiotissa Monastery, and Dikteon Cave.
“We done this trip with Cretan Odyssey on 1st October. Picked up near hotel at 8:15am then after a few more pickups we headed into the Plateau of Lassithi. We started with a brief stop high up in the mountains looking over the Plateau for some stunning views. Also seen anRead more”
