Lassithi Plateau

We begin our tour to Lassithi plateau by visiting the monastery of Panagia Kera Kardiotissa. The nuns’ monastery has a long history and it is an important monument of architecture and iconography. You will listen the legend of miraculous icon and enjoy the incredible view of the valley from this place.

Afterwards, we will head to the one of the most spectacular caves of Crete Dicteon Andron or Zeus Cave. It will impress you with its large columns, stalactites and stalagmites. According to mythology, it is the birthplace of Zeus, the father of Greek gods. And as we know from the numerous findings, discovered here, it was also the place of his worship.

Driving back from the cave, we come across the village of Psychro, a traditional pottery center with its numerous workshops. Here you will watch the skilful craftsmen making the beautiful ceramics and even make one by yourself.

Our next stop is the village Tzermiado, the capital of Lassithi plateau. Here you will have a chance to walk around the village, admire the landscape or taste the local food at the traditional tavern.

We will finish this wonderful day visiting a traditional olive oil factory near the foothills of the Lasithi area. You will learn how olive oil is produced and taste extra virgin olive oil and local products before we return.