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Semi-Private Psiloritis the Mountain of Gods & Cooking Lesson

Name: Semi-Private Psiloritis the Mountain of Gods & Cooking Lesson
Start: 2025-07-11T09:00:00Z
Location: Heraklion

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Experience Details

What You’ll Experience

Where to Meet

Location

Heraklion

Duration

8 hours

Number of Guests

1 - 6 guests

Digital Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Explore Psiloritis' scenic routes, visit Zeus' cave, and enjoy a cooking lesson at Psiloritis Chalet Retreat. Discover local culture in Anogia, Axos, and Livadia on this semi-private tour.

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

The mountainous, provincial road climbs the eastern slopes of Psiloritis and offers incredible views of Heraklion and the Cretan Sea.

Soon we reach Krousonas and through a dirt road, which runs parallel to the homonymous gorge, to the plateau. The place is beautiful with thousands of pear and apple trees scattered all over.

The dirt road will lead us tothe plateau of Nida, where we will visit IdaionAndron, the cave where Zeus was raised. From there, we will head to Anogia for a stop in a traditional kafenion. After we will go to Axos village and have free time in woodcraft museum. Our trip continues to Livadia and Psiloritis Chalet Retreat where we will have our cooking lesson – preparing traditional cheese and local specialties. The return to Heraklion will be through the provincial road Heraklion – Anogia.

Note: This is not a private tour. Other travellers may also participate.

What You Get

Food Tasting

Experienced, English speaking driver

Bottle of Water

Anything that it is not mentioned at the "Price includes" list

Private expenses (coffees, alcoholic drinks etc.)

Good To Know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Specialized infant seats are available

What You’ll Experience

Agia Irini Monastery at Kroussonas

Nestled in the quiet village of Krοusonas, Agia Irini monastery is a peaceful and charming spot ideal for a short stop. This small, picturesque chapel is surrounded by natural beauty and offers visitors a serene atmosphere, perfect for a moment of rest and reflection.

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Livadi (Pass By)

The mountainous, provincial road climbs the eastern slopes of Psiloritis and offers incredible views of Heraklion and the Cretan Sea.

Nida Plateau (Pass By)

The Nida Plateau, located at around 1,400 meters on Mount Psiloritis in Crete, is a stunning high-altitude plain surrounded by majestic peaks. It is known for its traditional shepherd huts (mitata), beautiful hiking trails, and the mythical Idaean Cave, where Zeus is said to have been raised. A visit offers a unique blend of natural beauty, Cretan tradition, and ancient mythology.

Cave Ideon Antron

The dirt road will lead us to the plateau of Nida, where we will visit Idaion Andron, the cave where Zeus was raised. The Ideon Cave, is one of the most sacred sites of ancient Greek mythology.

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Anogia

Anogia is one of the most iconic and historic villages of Crete, known for its strong cultural identity and warm hospitality. We'll take a short break at a traditional kafenion, where you’ll enjoy the rich aroma and taste of authentic Greek coffee, just like the locals do. It’s a perfect moment to soak in the village’s unique atmosphere and timeless charm.

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Psiloritis Mountain (Pass By)

Psiloritis is the mountain where according to mythology, Zeus was raised by the Kourites and the nymph Amalthea. Psiloritis has been a UNESCO-recognized Geopark since 2001. Within its boundaries, you can see faults, fossils, caves, gorges, and plateaus, which host many endemic species of the island and have shaped the culture of the locals.

Psiloritis Retreat Chalet

Our journey continues to the picturesque village of Livadia and the charming Psiloritis Chalet Retreat, where an unforgettable culinary experience awaits. There, we’ll take part in a hands-on cooking lesson, learning to prepare traditional Cretan cheese and a variety of authentic local delicacies, guided by the warm hospitality and expertise of local cooks. After enjoying the fruits of our labor, we’ll begin our scenic return to Heraklion via the provincial Heraklion–Anogia road, taking with us the flavors and memories of true Cretan life.

2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included

Meeting & Pickup

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Pickup Details

Our Land Rover (with the explor.gr logo) will arrive in front of your hotel at the scheduled pickup time. We may use your name to contact you through the hotel reception, if necessary. Our driver, wearing a t-shirt with the explor.gr logo, will greet you with a warm and friendly welcome and escort you to the car.

Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
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from $150.69

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Please note that the time is in Eastern European Time.

Free cancellation (24 hours notice)

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(18 - 99)

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July

2025

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Earliest available date: July 11, 2025

from $150.69 per guest

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Please note that the time is in Eastern European Time.

Free cancellation (24 hours notice)

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

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Semi-Private Psiloritis the Mountain of Gods & Cooking Lesson

Experience Details

What You Get

Good To Know

What You’ll Experience

Agia Irini Monastery at Kroussonas

Livadi (Pass By)

Nida Plateau (Pass By)

Cave Ideon Antron

Anogia

Psiloritis Mountain (Pass By)

Psiloritis Retreat Chalet

Meeting & Pickup

Cancellation PolicyCancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.Read more

Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Read more