Overview
From the Minoan times, Lassithi Plateau is the earth of fertility and love for food. A rich Cretan land to remind us of just how satisfying it is to source and cook your own ingredients. It’s why we love it.
We want to take you away from the crowded places of countless Instagram posts to the island’s most untouched escapes where time has slowed down and history persists. That is why our Travel Experts have designed this culinary adventure for lovers of authentic gastronomy, art, and mythic landscapes.
This luxury trip will take you through the charming and often forgotten country of Lassithi, across small villages, emblematic Windmills, and the Plateau’s spectacular views.
In the late afternoon, find yourself at a Cretan house that was built next to the Cave of Zeus on the ancient ruins that still exude timeless energy. Here you will meet the chef-owner of Mansion Halavro (means playground among archaic ruins) who will indulge you in the artistic pleasures of Cretan cuisine.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Our concierge support before & during your day trip
Exclusive insider-access opportunities & tailored details of your personal interest
Private guide: We take much pride in having the best local guides of Crete!
Personal pick-up & drop-off (flexible pick-up time)
VIP skip-the-line access & assistance with purchasing admission tickets
Authentic Cretan dinner celebration demonstrated by local chef
A chauffeured premium vehicle
Vehicle amenities: mineral water, Cretan fruits & snacks, Wi-Fi, USB sockets & hygiene amenities
Alcohol drinks
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Personal pick-up and drop-off service from any defined point in your region of stay in Crete.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Agios Nikolaos
1 hour
Lassithi Plateau isn’t just a place, it’s a feeling. You don’t just read Cristoforo Buondelmonti’s description of his time in Lassithi, you feel it – warmth lingering in the evening air, the scent of honey, aromatic olive groves, the harvest, spectacular climate, the contrast of bitter coffee and sweet strawberries.
As we journey you from the sun-kissed shores to the heavenly mountainous scenes to realize the grand feast of Cretan nature, you will be engaged from the very first moment with the locals’ balmy warmth, ancient ruins, and fertile earth.
For adventurous gourmands, this is a culinary journey like no other; to reconnect with nature and archaic traditions as this land preserves the glamour of days past. -
3 hours
Our brilliant Crete guide will take you to the foothills of the Dikti Mountains where the Halavro Manor House was built in 1970 with the stones from the Diktaion Andron, the Minoan sacred birthplace of Zeus.
Here we have teamed up with the Cretan chef Nikiforos Gerakakis who still uses in-depth knowledge of the island’s food; from modern dishes to ancient flavors beloved by our forefathers with locally grown produce of vegetables, cheese, meat, fruit, and wines of Crete.
Expect a warm welcome and a hearty dining experience. With a partake in a private cooking class demonstration with the local chef by discovering the celebrated culinary styles of this majestic island and exploring the flavors of authentic recipes in the family’s old kitchen.
For the moments that matter, enjoy a table with sublime views of the Plateau as the evening time makes this ancient sacred place a heaven on earth. -
Plaka
3 hours
One of the potential regions of your personal pick up and drop off.
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Elounda
3 hours
One of the potential regions of your personal pick up and drop off.
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Istron
3 hours
One of the potential regions of your personal pick up and drop off.
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Milatos
3 hours
One of the potential regions of your personal pick up and drop off.
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Sissi
3 hours
One of the potential regions of your personal pick up and drop off.
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Malia
3 hours
One of the potential regions of your personal pick up and drop off.
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Stalida
3 hours
One of the potential regions of your personal pick up and drop off.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Athens).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about Culinary Journey to Lassithi Plateau. Land of Gods & Food Artistry from Elounda
Can I cancel Culinary Journey to Lassithi Plateau. Land of Gods & Food Artistry from Elounda for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 8 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
Personal pick-up and drop-off service from any defined point in your region of stay in Crete. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Our concierge support before & during your day trip
- Exclusive insider-access opportunities & tailored details of your personal interest
- Private guide: We take much pride in having the best local guides of Crete!
- Personal pick-up & drop-off (flexible pick-up time)
- VIP skip-the-line access & assistance with purchasing admission tickets
- Authentic Cretan dinner celebration demonstrated by local chef
- A chauffeured premium vehicle
- Vehicle amenities: mineral water, Cretan fruits & snacks, Wi-Fi, USB sockets & hygiene amenities
What's not included?
- Alcohol drinks
Which places does it visit?
It visits Plaka, Elounda, Istron, Milatos, Sissi, Malia, Stalida.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, Russian, Greek, English, French.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Operated by Crete Private & Luxury Tours by Snami Travel
