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Adventure
Knossos Palace Lasithi Plateau Olive Oil Mill and Pottery
8 hoursViator
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Knossos Palace Lasithi Plateau Olive Oil Mill and Pottery is an 8-hour adventure excursion in Iraklion, booked through Viator. From $770. Starts 8:00 am, 9:00 am and 10:00 am. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
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About this excursion
A tour that includes both the Lasithi Plateau and the Palace of Knossos stands out because it blends nature, culture, history, and authentic Cretan life in one unforgettable day. Here’s what truly makes it unique:
Two Completely Different Worlds in One Tour.
Knossos Palace offers ancient history, Minoan legends, and archaeology.
Lasithi Plateau gives you mountain scenery, traditional villages, fertile farmlands, and real Cretan hospitality.
Few tours combine both—making this itinerary richer and more balanced.
Deep Cultural Experience, Not Just Sightseeing
You don’t only see landmarks—you interact with local life. Village stops, meeting locals, visiting traditional workshops, or tasting products from the plateau add authenticity you can’t get in standard city tours.
Stunning Nature and Peaceful Mountain Landscapes
After exploring the busy archaeological site of Knossos, the quiet, green and panoramic beauty of Lasithi Plateau provides the perfect contrast.
What’s included in this excursion
Included
- Transportation in Mercedes Benz Van or Minibus
- Local English speaking Driver Guide
- Olive Oil Tasting
- Liability Insurance
- Pick up and drop off from your accommodation hotel/port/airport
- Coffee and Water
Not included
- Lunch
- Entrance tickets at Knossos Palace 20 euro per person
Know before you go
Accessibility
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is it suitable for children?
- Specialized infant seats are available
Health & fitness
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Let us know if there are any specific sights or experiences you'd like to include, and we'll tailor the tour accordingly.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For the tours that start later than 09:00 am from cruises, kindly note that you may have to skip one/a couple sites to get back to ship on time.
- Our guide will adjust the program according to your priorities.
Where this excursion starts
Meeting point & pickup
We don't pick up travelers from Souda port, Chania, Ierapetra and Sitia region.
When it runs
Runs every day. Starts 8:00 am, 9:00 am and 10:00 am.
Schedule checked Nov 7
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