Escape to Matala Hippie Beach and explore the ancient Gortys Archaeological Site in South Crete. Swim in crystal-clear waters, visit the famous Caves of the Village, and discover the rich history of the Roman capital of Crete.
Escape to Matala Hippie Beach and explore the ancient Gortys Archaeological Site in South Crete. Swim in crystal-clear waters, visit the famous Caves of the Village, and discover the rich history of the Roman capital of Crete.
- Heraklion - Participants will be picked up from designated points in the morning. The duration of the bus ride will vary based on the location of your hotel or apartment.
- Gortyna - The first stop is at this remarkable archaeological site in the south of Crete, known as Gortys, showcasing sights from all eras of Crete’s 5000-year history. The…
- Heraklion - Participants will be picked up from designated points in the morning. The duration of the bus ride will vary based on the location of your hotel or apartment.
- Gortyna - The first stop is at this remarkable archaeological site in the south of Crete, known as Gortys, showcasing sights from all eras of Crete’s 5000-year history. The visit will last approximately one hour.
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Matala - Bus ride to Matala: 20 minutes.
Free time in Matala: 4.5 hours.
Guests can enjoy swimming, have lunch, and explore the famous hippie caves, a popular retreat for hippies during the 60s and 70s. - Heraklion - Board the buses for the return trip to the hotels where participants were picked up in the morning. The return journey time will vary depending on traffic and the location of each pick-up point.
- Liability Insurance Coverage by ALLIANZ for tour participants
- Air-conditioned vehicles for comfort
- Professional driver for safe transit
- Knowledgeable tour guide for an insightful experience
- Inclusive of all fees and taxes
- Liability Insurance Coverage by ALLIANZ for tour participants
- Air-conditioned vehicles for comfort
- Professional driver for safe transit
- Knowledgeable tour guide for an insightful experience
- Inclusive of all fees and taxes
- Entrance of Gortys Archaeological Site: 6€
- Lunch
- Matala Caves: 4€
- Entrance of Gortys Archaeological Site: 6€
- Lunch
- Matala Caves: 4€
Experience a day in the southern area of the Heraklion Region. Explore its coastline and the picturesque landscapes of Matala, take a dip in the pristine waters of the Libyan Sea and enjoy a stroll to the globally recognized caves of the village. Take in the vistas of the bay and roam through the village streets for some souvenir shopping or a bite to…
Experience a day in the southern area of the Heraklion Region. Explore its coastline and the picturesque landscapes of Matala, take a dip in the pristine waters of the Libyan Sea and enjoy a stroll to the globally recognized caves of the village. Take in the vistas of the bay and roam through the village streets for some souvenir shopping or a bite to eat. On this trip, you’ll also explore the archaeological site of Gortyn, the Roman hub of the island of Crete, first settled around 7000 BC.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.