Matala Beach + Caves, Phaistos Palace & Southern Charm | Private
Overview
Unforgettable South Crete Private Tour: History, Coast & Culture!
Discover South Crete's diverse beauty: vibrant Matala Beach & Caves (Hippy history!) and ancient wonders of Phaistos. Plus, choose your adventure: Scenic Lake + Olive Oil Tasting, Signature Winery, Lunch with great views of the Libyan Sea, or Gortyn's ruins.
Great for families & explorers!
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Day Trip - Private Tour -Shore Excursion- Cruise Friendly- Heraklion Port - Crete - From Heraklion -Elounda - Ag. Nikolaos -Hersonissos
What's Included
- Onboard Wi-Fi and Fast Charger
- Olive Oil & Premium Local Products Tasting Fee
- Bottled water
- Fuel, Tolls, Taxes, and Fees
- Hotel, Harbor, or Meeting Point Pickup and Drop-Off
- Hygiene Amenities and First Aid Kit
- Private Transportation in a Comfortable Van
- Private Local Driver-Guide Fluent in English
- Phaistos Palace (Free: EU <25 / Non-EU <18)
- Winery Tour & Tasting of Indigenous Wines Fee
- Personal expenses, tips & gratuities
- Lunch is an Optional Experience
- Licensed Guide (multi-language, optional, extra charge)
Meeting and Pickup
Pick-Up Point: Outside your Hotel Reception. -For Cruise Passengers: Outside the main Heraklion Port Passenger Terminal BuildingPick-ups outside the designated area -Available upon request (extra fee may apply)
What To Expect
Archaeological Site of Phaistos
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Matala Beach
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Matala Caves
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lake of Zaros Votomos
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- The remaining time will be spend on the road traveling from one place to another
- Travelers from Cruise ships should take the earliest possible option
- Travelers should bring swimwear & a beach towel
- Travelers should wear suitable shoes & clothes
- Please note that only Licensed Tourist Guides are permitted to escort visitors within archaeological sites
Frequently Asked Questions
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