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Crete: Knossos Palace, Zeus Cave & Oil Mill Private Tour

By Tours in Heraklion
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 518 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview
  • Learn how Cretan people make the olive oil at the olive oil factory
  • Explore Zeus Cave and 16 villages of Lasithi Plateau
  • See windmills up close and learn about their history and significance
  • Explore Knossos Palace the oldest civilization of Europe

Activity location

    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Check availability


Shared Tour up to 10 people
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Small Group Tour - Shared Tour
We pick up people only in Heraklion region for the shared tours.
Shared Tour starts at 08:30am
We don't pick up people from Rethymno, Chania, Ierapetra, Sitia and Agios Nikolaos regions.
Zeus Cave is closed for the moment.

Price details
RM 517.83 x 2 AdultsRM 1,035.66

Total
Price is RM 1,035.66
Private Tour
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English
Price details
RM 1,430.19 x 2 AdultsRM 2,860.38

Total
Price is RM 2,860.38

What's included, what's not

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    Pickup and drop-off from hotel/port/airport
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    Private transportation
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    Air-conditioned vehicle
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    Professional Driver Guide
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    Coffee and/or Refreshments
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    All Fees and Taxes
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    Liability Insurance
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    Guide at Knossos Palace (100 euro per group optional)
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    Knossos Palace entrance (15 euro per person)
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    Lunch in tavern
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    Personal expenses

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Food in the vehicle, Pets, Smoking in the vehicle

What you can expect

Embark on a unique journey through the heart of Cretan tradition with a private tour that blends wine, olive oil, and pottery—three cornerstones of the island’s heritage.

Your day begins at a family-owned winery, where you’ll stroll through the vineyards and learn about the ancient art of winemaking in Crete, one of Europe’s oldest wine regions. Discover indigenous grape varieties, explore the cellar, and enjoy a guided tasting of exquisite local wines paired with light Cretan delicacies.

Continue to an olive oil mill, where tradition meets innovation. Here, you’ll learn how Crete’s “liquid gold” is produced, from the cultivation of olives to the cold-press extraction process. A tasting session will introduce you to the distinct flavors of extra virgin olive oil, teaching you how to recognize quality and use it in your everyday cooking.

The tour concludes with a visit to a pottery workshop, where you’ll step into the world of Cretan craftsmanship. Watch skilled artisans shape clay using techniques passed down for centuries, and even try your hand at the wheel if you wish. Surrounded by authentic creations, you’ll gain insight into the importance of pottery in Minoan and Cretan daily life.

This private experience offers an intimate and authentic way to explore Crete’s culture and traditions—perfect for those who want to connect deeply with the island beyond its landscapes.

So, take your time, relax and enjoy your wines.

Location

Activity location

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    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece