Private Full-Day East Crete Tour from Heraklion
Private Full-Day East Crete Tour from Heraklion
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.
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Your Itinerary
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Mochos
Mochos is a mountainous traditional village and has its roots back in the second Byzantine period. The views on the way to Mochos are magnificent.
15 minutesKrasi
Walk the cobblestoned streets and enjoy a refreshing beverage under the 2400-year-old plane tree, also known as the Writers' Tree.
30 minutesWindmills Of Lasithi Plateau
Admire the stunning view from the mills and get some amazing photos.
15 minutesCave of Zeus
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.
1 hourAgios Nikolaos
Visit the vibrant city of Agios Nikolaos
2 hoursNisida Kolokythia
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.
1 hourPlaka
Visit Plaka, a picturesque tiny fishing village where you can have lunch, swim or simply enjoy the lush green surroundings.
1 hourSpinalonga (Kalydon)
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.
1 hourIncluded
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- V.I.P. Class air-conditioned vehicle
- Honey/Raki tasting
Not Included
- Drinks and Meals
- Souvenirs and personal expenses
- Ticket to the cave of Zeus (6€)
- Boat and entrance tickets to Spinalonga (12€+8€)
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.