Heraklion: Tour to Cave of Zeus, Mochos Village, & Knossos

    • 5.0 (2)

    Explore the history of Crete on this tour from Heraklion. Soak up local culture at the villages of Mochos and Krasi. Find out where the mythological figure Zeus was thought to have been born. Travel to the archaeological site of Knossos and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum.
    Enjoy the convenience of being picked up in a comfortable van from your accommodation in Heraklion. Sit back and relax on the way to the traditional mountain village of Mochos. Admire its narrow alleys, cobbled streets, and colorful gardens. 
    Continue to Krasi village to view a Platanus tree that is 2,400-year-old. Stand in the shade of this tree which is locally known as the Writer’s Tree. Travel to the cave of Diktaion Andron, which is believed to be the birthplace of Zeus. Have the chance to purchase tickets to go inside the cave.
    Admire views of the Lasithi Plateau before heading to the archaeological site of Knossos. Buy a ticket to the site to see richly colored frescos amid the remains of this Bronze Age palace. Purchase a ticket to the Heraklion Archaeological Museum to explore collections of Minoan art and artefacts.
    Feel free to stop and purchase lunch during the tour. Return to your accommodation in Heraklion at the end of the tour. 

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    • 9.1 / 10
    • Petelidi

    Boasting garden views, Heraklion-Knossos Luxury Home offers accommodation with a patio and a coffee machine, around 5.6 km from Venetian Walls. The air-conditioned accommodation is 600 metres from The Palace of Knossos, and guests benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site.

    The villa has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views.

    Guests at the villa can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden.

    Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 6 km from Heraklion-Knossos Luxury Home, while Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 19 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 7 km from the accommodation.

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      • 9.4 / 10
      • Αη-Λιας Σκαλάνι

      Featuring garden views, Olive Grove Cottage Skalani provides accommodation with a patio and a coffee machine, around 8 km from Heraklion Archaeological Museum. The air-conditioned accommodation is 5.3 km from The Palace of Knossos, and guests benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site.

      The holiday home with a terrace and mountain views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home.

      The holiday home offers a picnic area. Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

      Venetian Walls is 8.6 km from Olive Grove Cottage Skalani, while Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 16 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 4 km from the accommodation.

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        • 1.3 km
        • 9.7 / 10
        • 73 Ερμή 3ος όροφος

        Situated in Áno Fortétsa, 2 km from The Palace of Knossos and 4.2 km from Venetian Walls, Melina Knossos Iraklio Crete features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. It is located 4.7 km from Heraklion Archaeological Museum and provides a lift.

        The apartment features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views.

        Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

        Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 17 km from the apartment, while Cultural Conference Centre of Heraklion is 4.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 5 km from Melina Knossos Iraklio Crete.

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        €45

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          • 1.4 km
          • 9.5 / 10
          • Erythreas 204

          Situated near Knosós, this air-conditioned apartment features a patio and offers free WiFi access. The unit is 3.4 km from Heraklio Town.

          The kitchen features a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, as well as a coffee machine. A flat-screen TV is featured.

          A bus stop offering access to Heraklio City is within walking distance. Hersonissos is 22 km from Giorgos Large Size Apartments -Family Friendly with Free Parking and Yard Views, while Bali is 35 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 4 km from Giorgos Large Size Apartments -Family Friendly with Free Parking and Yard Views.

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            • 1.9 km

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