Private tour in Heraklion Edmond H

Full Day Tour -Traditional Villages - Zeus Birthplace- Olive Oil Factory Old Wind Mills

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Edmond H.

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Welcome to Crete. My name is Ed and I am proud to say that Crete is my home and I would like to take you on a private tour to show you the real side of Crete and learn about local life and traditions. I have been working in the tourist industry, for the last 23 years. I have had the pleasure of meeting and befriending people from all over the world. As a private tour leader I show my passion for my beautiful Island. I am naturally friendly with an outgoing personality and my aim is to make your experience as enjoyable, informative and most importantly as fun as possible. I enjoy sharing information of the local culture, values and traditions when taking groups of tourists to different attractions and archeological sites. I would be more than happy to share with you my knowledge and local experiences to make you feel like a local for a day. Crete has so many areas of unspoilt natural beauty, which can be better appreciated and explored when being shown around by a local resident. Crete is famous for its hospitality so why not enjoy some Cretan experiences, local traditions and cuisine in beautiful surrounding with me. If you want a personalised tour, different from the ones offered, please just ask. Together we will create the perfect trip tailored to your wishes. I'm at your disposal also for multi day tours. Licensed from the Greek Ministry of Tourism MHTE= 1039e60000326201 I have over 23years experience in the tourist industry. I am a tour leader and tour agency owner so I have different vehicles and organize private tours all over Crete. My strengths are communication skills in many languages, my passion for Crete and my abilty to put people at easy. My goal is to provide my clients with the very best Cretan experience. I want us to meet as guests but leave as friends. I don’t sell tours …. I sell experiences ………and create memories.

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Overview of your Heraklion tour

This is my favorite tour in Crete because you get to discover the authentic side of Crete, visit an olive oil factory , the old traditional villages, old wind mills, Lasithi Plateau the biggest one in Crete, Zeus’s Birthplace where the king of all the Greek gods was born and stop at a family restaurant up on the mountain to enjoy a Cretan traditional lunch ( OPTIONAL) I grow up in a village so I love nature and this tour gives me the opportunity to show you the old villages up on the mountain with amazing views, the land of Zeus ( I hope he will be there this time because last time I was there I couldn't find him ), show you all the secrets of the Cretan Golden liquid…. . and of course taste a few different kinds of olive oil …… I am more than willing to customize this tour on your wishes and needs.

Your Heraklion tour itinerary

- Picking you up from your hotel . - Visit an olive oil factory. Visit the old traditional village of Mochos where we walk through the old narrow streets and enjoy an iced coffee at the square. - Visit the picturesque village of Krasi where the oldest Plane tree in Crete is found . - Visit the Lasithi plateau with the old traditional wind mills . - Visit the Land of Zeus where the king of all the Greek gods was born and enjoy a glass of local wine or 2 ……… - Driving around the plateau through old villages that time seems to have stopped - Stop at a family restaurant up on the mountain to enjoy a Cretan traditional lunch ( OPTIONAL) - It's time to hit the road and get back to the hotel or the cruise ship .

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minibus

Our ride is a very comfortable Mercedes Van , or I can arrange for a minibus if your group is bigger.

What's included
Other: Water , coffees. Liability Insurance. Private Transportation Information during the tour. Olive oil and honey tasting
Private Transportation
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Lunch ,We usually stop at a family restaurant up on the mountain but it's optional.
Food Drinks Snacks
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Meeting location

Leoforos Nearchou, Iraklio, 713 07, Greece

Airport: ,Cruise port , Hotel

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
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Tour categories
Art And Culture
History
Food And Drink
City Highlights
Off The Beaten Path
Tour reference number
548815
Languages
Greek
English
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
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Traveller reviews for this private tour in Heraklion

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Who is this private tour in Heraklion best suited for?

This private tour in Heraklion is perfect for travellers who want to explore the authentic side of Crete, including traditional villages, historical sites like Zeus’s Birthplace, and enjoy local experiences such as olive oil tasting. It's also suitable for families, including kids and seniors, as it is wheelchair accessible and involves minimal walking. If you're looking to connect with a local for deeper insights into Cretan culture, Edmond H. is an excellent guide.

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Hours icon 8 hours
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