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Hike to Karfi, the last Minoan settlement

Activity ID : 4727
Easy
4 hours
Jan - Dec
Minimum participation limit 10 years
English, French
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Activity Description

The Lassithi plateau is known for its picturesque windmills. In the 1950s and 1960s the plateau was one of Europe's first wind farms. A total of 10-13 thousand windmills pumped the underground water that local farmers used to water their crops.

Our hike begins from Tzermiado village, located on the Lassithi plateau (70 kilometers east of Heraklion). During the hike, we will pass through the beautiful Nissimos valley to reach Karfi summit, where we will see the ruins of an ancient Minoan settlement and enjoy a panoramic view of the north coast and Selena and Dikti mountains. On your way back to Tzermiado, you will descend from the summit via an old rocky-built mule path.

  • Families friendly activity
  • Distance: 7 klm
  • Duration: 3 - 4 hours

Optional:

Visit Dicteon Andro, the cave in which Zeus was born.


Included

• Certified Mountain Leader
• Water
• Snacs
• Trekking poles (on request)
• VAT

Not included

• Trasnfer from/to the meeting point
• Tickets to archaeological sites/museums

Do nοt forget

• Hat
• Sunglasses
• Small backpack
Cancellation policy

Cancellation policy

 

  • Cancellation 72 hours or more prior to the agreed activity starting date. You are automatically reimbursed for the full activity price.
  • Cancellation between 24 hours and 72 hours prior to the agreed activity starting date. You are entitled to a 50% reimbursement
  • Cancellation 24 hours or later are what we call last-minute cancellations. No reimbursements will be effected

 

* If the activity is canceled by the activity provider (due to weather, non-completion of minimum entries, force majeure, etc.), the price of your activity, is refunded in full.


  •  Many activities are based on the weather, so it is recommended that you contact the company before the activity.
  • It is a good idea to be at the meeting point on time, before the scheduled start time.
  • After your reservation it is enough to give your details to the cooperating company so that you can carry out your activity. However, it is recommended that you have the booking confirmed in digital or printed form.
  • Read the benefits of the activity carefully to avoid possible extra charges from additional optional services.
  • Read the cancellation policy carefully before booking.

Location

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Meeting Point

Region: Tzermiado, Lasithi

Address: Tzermiado

Notes: The meeting point is the Health Center of Tzermiado village.

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