Knossos & Lassithi Private Tour

• 🏛 Palace of Knossos: Explore Crete’s most important archaeological site and the legendary home of King Minos and the Minotaur.
• 🏔 Lassithi Plateau: Enjoy sweeping mountain views, traditional villages, and Crete’s iconic white-sailed windmills.
• 📖 Land of Zeus: Drive past the legendary Zeus and Kronos caves while hearing ancient myths brought to life.
• ⛺ Vidiani Monastery: Visit a peaceful spiritual retreat surrounded by nature on the Lassithi Plateau.
• 🌱 Krasi Village: See one of Crete’s oldest plane trees and experience authentic village life.
• 🥫 Local Olive Oil Tasting: Discover Cretan flavors at a family-run olive oil factory.
• 🚗 Private & Custom Experience: Flexible itinerary, private transport, and local insight throughout the day.

• 09:00 - 09:45: Pick-up from your location and scenic drive through the Cretan countryside
• 09:45 - 10:00: Short stop at Crete’s largest reservoir with views of the submerged village
• 10:00 - 10:45: Guided visit and tasting of olive oil and local products
• 10:45 - 11:15: Drive to Lassithi Plateau
• 11:15 - 11:45: Photo stop at the iconic windmills of the plateau
• 11:45 - 12:00: Drive to Vidiani Monastery
• 12:00 - 12:30: Visit the peaceful monastery surrounded by nature
• 12:30 - 13:00: Scenic Drive Around Lassithi Plateau
• 13:00 - 14:00: Free time for lunch at a traditional local restaurant (optional, not included)
• 14:00 - 14:15: Drive to Krasi Village
• 14:15 - 14:30: Visit the ancient Platanus tree and explore the traditional village
• 14:30 - 15:30: Drive to Knossos
• 15:30 - 16:30: Free time to explore the archaeological site at a quieter time of day
• 16:30 - 17:00: Return drive to your location

Itinerary times are approximate and fully customizable. You may adjust the pick-up time, add or remove stops along the route (as long as they are on the way), and use the entire tour duration or shorten it according to your schedule.

• Fully customizable itinerary based on your interests
• Private transportation in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle
• Professional local driver-guide (English speaking)
• Flexible pick-up & drop-off time from your location
• Assistance with skip-the-line entry at the Palace of Knossos
• Local product tastings (olive oil, honey, raki, where available)
• Bottled water for each guest
• USB charging ports & Bluetooth access onboard
• Child seats & boosters available upon request
• Photo stops at scenic viewpoints

•  Entrance fees to attractions or sites (if applicable)
•  Food & drinks at restaurants or tavernas (optional lunch stop)
•  Licensed tourist guide inside archaeological sites (optional)
•  Personal expenses

• Comfortable footwear for exploring
• Light jacket for cooler months (November to March)
• Camera to capture memorable moments
• Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses