Full description
Discover Crete’s authentic charm on a private tour designed to immerse you in the island’s culture, history, and natural beauty. Meet your guide at the Cretan Spiti Travel terminal in Heraklion before heading to Zaros, a picturesque village renowned for its spring water, Byzantine monasteries, and the serene emerald-green Lake Votomos, surrounded by lush landscapes perfect for walking.
Continue to the traditional village of Vatos, nestled in greenery, where you’ll stroll through narrow alleys, visit the old school and its historic fountain, and explore a small museum displaying traditional farming tools. You’ll also stop at a local cauldron to learn about the production of Crete’s famous alcoholic drink, raki.
The next stop is Spili, known for its Venetian fountain with 25 lion-head spouts that pour fresh mountain water. Enjoy an optional lunch before visiting Lampini to explore the church and museum of Panagia, adorned with remarkable 12th and 14th-century frescoes.
Finally, travel to the Gorge of St. Anthony for a scenic walk along a lush trail leading to the cave of the saint. The tour concludes around 18:30 with a return to the Cretan Spiti Travel terminal. A perfect private experience for travelers seeking to uncover the cultural and natural treasures of Crete’s most traditional villages
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Additional information
● Please be at the meeting point 20 minutes before the tour departure time
● Please note that tickets, meals and other services that are not mentioned in the inclusions can be contracted as optional supplements or can be paid directly at the destination. Remember to bring extra money
● The following visitor categories are entitled to free admission to archaeological sites: Children and young people up to 25 years old from EU member states; Children and young people up to 18 years old from non-EU countries. In both cases, they must present their ID card or passport in advance to verify their age and country of origin
Inclusions
✔ Air-conditioned Motorcoach
✔ Professional Guide
✔ VAT and all legal taxes
Exclusions
✖ Hotel pick-up and drop-off
✖ Entrance fees to archaeological sites
✖ Headphones
✖ Tickets, meals and drinks except if expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Other unspecified service
✖ Lunch at Restaurant (optional)
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service.
Cancellation with less time or no-show, no refund will be made.
Meeting point
Opposite the entrance of the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, in front of Hari’s Creperie.
On the left side of the road, you will see the entrance to the museum, and on the other side, behind the statue, the creperie with the benches