Lasithi, Mythology Park & Knossos Palace Tour From Heraklion

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.

1. 1

   Kera Kardiotissa Monastery

   40 min

   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.

2. 2

   Greek Mythology Thematic Park

   1 hour

   We will visit the Greek Mythology Park, where we will learn all about myths and civilization of ancient Greeks.

3. 3

   Lasithi Prefecture

   40 min

   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.

4. 4

   The Palace of Knossos

   1.3 hours

   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.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The remaining hours is for travel time from each place to another

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