Crete: Lasithi Plateau and Cave of Zeus Off Road Safari Tour

    • 4.9 (474)

    Discover traditional life in rural Crete by witnessing the daily activities of the locals and visiting the sites where Greek myths were born. Enjoy a tour of Potamies, Aposelemis dam, Empasa, the cave of Zeus, and the beautiful scenery of the plateau.
    Start with pickup from your accommodation. Visit one of the most characteristic Cretan villages, Potamies, for a tour of a traditional local farm. See the process of milking and cheese-making, meet the animals, and sample their fresh cheese.
    Next, head to the Aposelemis dam, the largest water supply project in Crete. See the village of Sfendili submerged in the waters of the dam with its impressive old houses fading on the surface of the water. Explore the natural wetlands and spot a unique variety of birds.
    Continue uphill on the dirt roads to the gorge of Empasa. Enjoy the views of the mountainous landscape and thriving wildlife. Try your hand at foraging for native herbs or relax and take in the panoramic views.
    Take a trip to Lassithi Plateau to enter Psychro Cave, the fabled birthplace of the Greek God Zeus. Follow the trails of the gods and after that take a tour around the plateau to get a sense of local life.
    Finally, enjoy authentic food baked in the wood oven in one of the most celebrated taverns in the picturesque village of Krasi. Admire the town square filled with fountains and see imposing plane trees that are up to 2000 years old. Return to your hotel full of unforgettable memories of Crete.

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    • 9.6 / 10
    • Ψυχρό Άγιος Νικόλαος

    Set 42 km from Lake Voulismeni and 42 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos, Dictamus Homes in Magoulás offers air-conditioned accommodation with views of the mountain and free WiFi.

    Each unit is fitted with a balcony, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a fireplace, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with shower. A stovetop and kitchenware are also featured, as well as a coffee machine.

    Guests at the aparthotel can enjoy a continental breakfast.

    Dictamus Homes offers a picnic area.

    Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

    Acqua Plus Waterpark is 30 km from the accommodation, while The Crete Golf Club is 30 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 50 km from Dictamus Homes.

      • 350 m
      • 9.1 / 10
      • Agios Konstantinos

      Boasting mountain views, Vilaeti Artemis features accommodation with a terrace and a coffee machine, around 37 km from Lake Voulismeni. The apartment has access to a restaurant and free WiFithroughout the property.

      This apartment has 1 bedroom, a kitchenette with a fridge and a stovetop, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment.

      The apartment offers a children’s playground. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at Vilaeti Artemis, while cycling and hiking can be enjoyed nearby.

      Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 40 km from the accommodation, while Acqua Plus Waterpark is 28 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 49 km from Vilaeti Artemis.

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        • 5.3 km
        • 10 / 10
        • Άγιος Κωνσταντίνος

        Featuring pool views, Double Bee Villa with private pool provides accommodation with a patio and a coffee machine, around 37 km from Lake Voulismeni. This property offers a private pool, free WiFi and free private parking.

        The villa with a terrace and mountain views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the villa.

        At the villa guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. A kids pool is also available at Double Bee Villa with private pool, while guests can also relax in the garden.

        Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 40 km from the accommodation, while Acqua Plus Waterpark is 28 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 48 km from Double Bee Villa with private pool.

          • 5.3 km
          • 9 / 10
          • Unnamed Road

          Set 40 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos, 28 km from Acqua Plus Waterpark and 28 km from The Crete Golf Club, Vilaeti Havgas Getaway – Cretan Cozy Home offers accommodation located in Agios Konstantinos. The accommodation is 36 km from the Lake Voulismeni and has free WiFithroughout the property.

          The holiday home is composed of 2 separate bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a fridge, and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home.

          Labyrinth Park is 29 km from the holiday home, while Lixnostatis Folk Museum is 32 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 48 km from Vilaeti Havgas Getaway – Cretan Cozy Home.

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            • 5.4 km

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