Crete Caves

Cave Of Zeus

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According to myth, Zeus was born in this remote cave on the slopes of Mount Ida in Crete. Even if you're not a fan of Greek mythology, you'll enjoy …

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Nov 4, 2024
Booked a trip that included the cave, being from the UK I was expecting something comparable to Cheddar Gorge or Wookey Hole. This was nothing like either of those and far less impressive. It's a sin… Full review by enjoytheexperience1
Oct 9, 2024
Being a mythology geek, this was one of the main sites I was looking forward to visiting whilst on Crete. We drove 100km along the island, parked up, checked the opening times on the electronic boa… Full review by Patobanton
Oct 6, 2024
It's quite a ride, lost of corners, from Hersonissos before you arrive at the Cave of Zeus. Go early, because of the heat, in the morning and the locals will help you find a parking spot once you arr… Full review by Willem v
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Is this open today, Monday September 2? We read some places are closed on Mondays and don’t want to make the drive …
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Is this open today, Monday September 2? We read some places are closed on Mondays and don’t want to make the drive there for nothing. Thanks!
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Sorry I have no idea but if they celebrate labour day, it may be closed. I am home now so sept 2 is most likely over for you now.
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Answer by F B · Sep 2, 2019
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I would love to join someone, who is going there from 28.7 - 2.8, unfortunately i habe no driving license and cannot hire a …
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I would love to join someone, who is going there from 28.7 - 2.8, unfortunately i habe no driving license and cannot hire a car myself. Are there other ways to get there - not to the other cave - i seem not to find anything, when it comes to this one. Thank you!
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I did a land Rover tour, very fun!
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I am considering doing the "Zeus Cave & Lassithi Plateau (Safari Adventure Offroad Excursion)" guided tour through …
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I am considering doing the "Zeus Cave & Lassithi Plateau (Safari Adventure Offroad Excursion)" guided tour through Adventure Crete Safari Tours. Is the combined tour necessary? Or would it be advisable to visit Zeus Cave only? If yes, can any of you kindly recommend a guided tour or way, to get to ZEUS CAVE? Would we need to hire a 4x4? How steep is the hike/climb to Zeus Cave? Would we need to take the same route going down? And what clothing is recommended?
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In my experience Zeus cave is usually included in tours with other sights. I did not see anyone advertising tours on there own. You travel up a made up road to a coach /car park …
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In my experience Zeus cave is usually included in tours with other sights. I did not see anyone advertising tours on there own. You travel up a made up road to a coach /car park with shops and cafes. There are two routes up to the cave. Advice is to take the left hand path as the steps to the right are worn and can be slippery. It is the same route up and down. The path winds up so is not too steep. It turns a bit rocky at the top. Normal clothing is fine but sturdy shoes recommended. Take bottled water if the weather is warm. While in the area be sure to visit Keras Kardotissas monastery not far from the cave.
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How STEEP is the climb? Do any of you have photographs and does the route UP the steep climb, have to be used when …
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How STEEP is the climb? Do any of you have photographs and does the route UP the steep climb, have to be used when making your way back down?
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The climb is steep but not challenging. The degree of incline is about 30%, but there are paths and steps at different parts. It’s not for someone with a disability, such as hip or knee …
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The climb is steep but not challenging. The degree of incline is about 30%, but there are paths and steps at different parts. It’s not for someone with a disability, such as hip or knee problems, but otherwise it is easily done, with a steady pace.
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Is it suitable for a 3 year old and 5 year old? Both are reasonably good walkers.
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The 5 year old might be ok if you drive your car a bit further from the big parking spot. The road after the parking spot is not paved. If you take the car calf way after the parking on a …
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The 5 year old might be ok if you drive your car a bit further from the big parking spot. The road after the parking spot is not paved. If you take the car calf way after the parking on a zik zak road for about 800m then there is another 300m walking distance side way and up hill to the cave. For the 3 year old you might have to take it on your hands for a little. The gate shouldn't be a problem when we visited late April there was still quite a bit of snow. Now should be different after the south winds we had lately. From the big parking spot to the cave is approx 800 m uphill on a footpath walking distance.
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