Crete: Lassithi Plateau & Kera Monastery Tour with CeramicsTour in English/French
ID: GYG396109-1145768
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Ülke: Greece
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10:00 saatler
Açıklama
Experience the beauty and history of Heraklion on this full-day guided bus tour. Discover the mountains of Dikti Zeus, the plateau of 10,000 windmills, the village of Psychro, and more.
The first stop is at the historical monastery of Kera Kardiotissa, a monastery inhabited and run by nuns, which is located in an idyllic landscape. Here you can admire the miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary, plenty of frescoes, and a variety of other icons, dating back to the 14th century.
Then, you head to Lasithi Plateau, one of the few areas in the Mediterranean with permanent inhabitants at an altitude of over 800 meters. 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.
You are passing by the village of Psychro. It's well known as the birthplace of Zeus in the Dikteon Cave and also well known for its handmade ceramics and the workshop there will leave you with the best impressions after your visit.
The last stop, Tzermiado, the capital of the villages on the plateau, will amaze you with its natural beauty, its traditional architecture, and its breathtaking views. Here you can take pictures of the wonderful landscape, rest for a while, and enjoy your lunch in one of the local taverns.
When seeking out unique and delicious local food on Crete Island, consider visiting a family-owned restaurant. These charming establishments offer authentic Cretan dishes made with love and tradition. The Lassithi Plateau is very famous for its local vegetable products and the taste of their fresh daily picked products will last forever in your mind.
You can optional choose a lunch with a variety of different dishes. You must make a preorder for the food you would like to eat.
After the lunch you will be taken by another bus to get back as soon as possible to the drop off locations.
Öne Çıkanlar
- Visit the mystical Monastery of Kera
- Εnjoy the traditional pottery workshop and create your own bowl
- Stroll around Tzermiado, the biggest and oldest village on the plateau
- Taste authentic Cretan dishes homemade from local traditional production
Rehberlik dilleri
ÖNEMLİ BİLGİLER
Considering the unique characteristics of Crete Island, it’s important to recognize that the island lacks highways or streets, which can impact travel time. Coaches must adhere to regulation speeds, further contributing to the duration of journeys. Additionally, high traffic can lead to delays at pickup points and affect the overall schedule. When planning your trip to Crete, it’s advisable to allocate sufficient time for transportation, considering these factors.
Pick-up and drop-off from the main road, partly from the exit of hotels from Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos, Analipsi, Anissaras, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Chani, Heraklion, Ammoudara – Heraklion.
After the booking the tour operator will contact you the previous day the excursion takes place with a detailed description of your pickup point and time. If you didn’t receive the mail, please check your Spam/Junk.
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