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Lasithi, Mythology Park & Knossos Palace Tour From Heraklion
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Heraklion
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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The remaining hours is for travel time from each place to another
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Enjoy a guided tour of the historical site Knossos Palace and explore places at the Plateau of Lassithi such us the Greek Mythology thematic park and the Monastery of Kera. Lasithi Plateau, is situated 850 m. higher than the sea level. It is surrounded by the Dikti Mountains and 18 quaint villages, which still retain the atmosphere of another era. You can admire the remaining famous windmills and the Venetian ditches, the drainage system of the Plateau.
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
whispers for Knossos Palace
Air Conditioned Bus
professional guide
Pick up/Drop Off
Knossos Palace 20euro
Kera 2euro
Lasithi, Mythology Park & Knossos Palace Tour From Heraklion
(1) Reviews
Heraklion
About
Enjoy a guided tour of the historical site Knossos Palace and explore places at the Plateau of Lassithi such us the Greek Mythology thematic park and the Monastery of Kera. Lasithi Plateau, is situated 850 m. higher than the sea level. It is surrounded by the Dikti Mountains and 18 quaint villages, which still retain the atmosphere of another era. You can admire the remaining famous windmills and the Venetian ditches, the drainage system of the Plateau.
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
whispers for Knossos Palace
Air Conditioned Bus
professional guide
Pick up/Drop Off
Knossos Palace 20euro
Kera 2euro
Itinerary
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Kera Kardiotissa Monastery
Our first stop on the scenic route towards central Crete is the Monastery of “Kera Kardiotissa”. It is dedicated to the Virgin Mary; it is run by nuns and is locally known as Little Lourdes, with people making pilgrimages to pray for relief from their sins.
40 minutes
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Greek Mythology Thematic Park
We will visit the Greek Mythology Park, where we will learn all about myths and civilization of ancient Greeks.
1 hour
3
Lasithi Prefecture
While crossing the villages of the Plateau, we pay a short visit to a traditional potter’s factory, seeing an ancient ceramic art, which completes today more than 8.000 years of history. Leaving the Plateau we will see the views down to Pediada Plain which are truly magnificent.
40 minutes
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The Palace of Knossos
Last but not least we will visit the most famous and popular of all the attractions in Crete, the Palace of Knossos. Join your expert guide on a journey back 5000 years into myths and legends and learn the secrets of the oldest civilization in Europe, the Minoan. Enjoy a guided tour of the historical site that covers an area of 22.000m2 on 5 floors with 1.300 rooms, and hear all about the legendary labyrinth and the Minotaur (the half-human monster). This day brings history and legend back to life and is a must-see on any visit to Crete.
