Lassithi Plateau safari tour
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- Heraklion
- - Small Group (12)
Land Rover Safari on Lassithi Route
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Overview
Experience Crete’s diverse beauty on a full-day Land Rover safari along the Lassithi route. Begin by journeying through Katharo Plateau‘s vast forest, then venture off-road across valleys and rivers. Enjoy a scenic BBQ lunch on the Lassithi Plateau, sample unlimited local wine, and visit the Eco Village to witness traditional crafts. The adventure continues with a visit to Zeus’s cave, a panoramic stop at Seli, and a quaint village visit, immersing you in the island’s natural and cultural heritage.
Highlights
- Traverse rugged off-road trails
- Enjoy a BBQ lunch with unlimited wine
- Visit Zeus's mythical birthplace cave
- Discover traditional crafts at the Eco Village
- Snap photos of picturesque mountain views
Inclusions
- Provide hotel pick-up
- Arrange professional driver/guide
- Serve BBQ lunch
- Unlimited wine
- Cover fuel and insurance
Exclusions
- Entrance fee to Zeus's cave
Places you will Visit
Krassi Village
Lassithi Plateau
Seli
Selinari
Zeus's Cave
Detailed Description
he day starts with a pickup from your hotel in a comfortable Land Rover. Set off towards the Katharo Plateau, traversing Crete’s largest forest. The off-road journey is thrilling, with dirt tracks winding through scenic valleys and rivers. Around the 1,500-meter-high plateau, a kafenion offers a break for refreshments amid nature.
Continuing the day’s adventure, reach the Lassithi Plateau for a delightful BBQ lunch paired with unlimited wine. Post-lunch, visit the fascinating Eco Village, where artisans demonstrate age-old crafting techniques. Next, explore Zeus’s cave, where mythology claims the king of gods was born. A small entrance fee applies if you wish to enter this historical site. As the tour progresses, your guide leads you to Seli, offering breathtaking viewpoints perfect for photography.
The final stop is the village of Krassi, renowned for its ancient plane tree and natural spring water. The tour wraps up with a drive through the vulture-inhabited area of Selinari before returning you to your hotel.
Prices
$94
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