Ancient Palaces with Minoan Wine Routes & Iconic Matala Beach from Heraklion

Name: Ancient Palaces with Minoan Wine Routes & Iconic Matala Beach from Heraklion
Brand: Tabl
SKU: H8AGC3
Price: 579.00 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)

8 hours

Group 1+

English, Russian, German, French

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What you'll do

Hop down to the heart of Central Crete, the beloved land of our ancestors, and let the wonders of the Minoan world collide on this luxurious passage of time. From the comfort of a premium chauffeured vehicle & escorted by our top local insider revel in the endless luxuries of the ancient Messara plain where wine-red fertile soils treasure lavish vineyards & the oldest olive groves stretch perennially toward the horizon. Visit a family award-winning winery set on the peak of allure panoramas & let our passionate winemakers immerse you into their intoxicating world. Luxuriate in ages unearthing the Bronze Age palaces of Phaistos & Gortyna along with storied villages & monasteries. In the afternoon, tuck in the bohemian vibe of Matala that captivated Bob Dylan & Janis Joplin. Bask in the turquoise waters of the Libyan Sea & unwind in the charming village irresistible for its freshly caught grilled fish & finest ouzo. To us, travel means putting fire in your soul with the best stories.

Itinerary

1
Plunge into the guide tour of the land of old-world splendor of Minoan Crete with our brilliant local guide
2
Wander the picturesque village of Agios Myronas and step into the sacred cave of the Saint where still flows the holy water
3
Stroll the Gortyn archaeological site famous for the great Gortyn Code in Doric dialect that later became the Spartan Law
4
Wallow in the central Crete vineyard tour along the emerald expanse of Messara valley and visit a boutique winery to taste luxuriant wine tasting Heraklion flavors
5
Embrace the legendary Faistos Palace, the seat of king Rhadamanthus, where the Phaistos disc hieroglyphic script was excavated
6
Discover the Cretan sacred jewel of Odigitria monastery (Agiofarango) with a strong monastic tradition linked to Apostle Paul
7
Delight in scenes of the spectacular sunset fading behind the iconic Matala caves as you bath in the azure waters of the Libyan Sea
8
Taste delicious seafood dishes from the fresh local catch of the Matala village fishermen by indulging in the culinary significance of South Crete
9
One of the potential regions of your personal pick up and drop off.

What's Included

Personal pick-up & drop-off (flexible pick-up time)

A chauffeured premium vehicle

Private guide: We take much pride in having the best local guides of Crete!

Private expert guide in art, history, & archeology

Vehicle amenities: mineral water, Cretan fruits & snacks, Wi-Fi, USB sockets & hygiene amenities

Our assistance with the best restaurant recommendations & reservations

VIP skip-the-line access & assistance with purchasing admission tickets

Exclusive insider-access opportunities & tailored details of your personal interest

Our concierge support before & during your day trip

What's not included

Drinks and meals

Admission fees

Wine tasting expenses (if requested)

Meeting Points

Istro (Istro, 721 00)

Voulisma beach (721 00)

Agios Nikolaos (Agios Nikolaos)

Elounda (Elounda)

Sisi (Sisi, 724 00)

Milatos (Milatos, 724 00)

Malia, Crete (Malia, Crete, 700 07)

Hersonissos (Hersonissos, 700 14)

Anissaras (Anissaras, 700 14)

Analipsi (Analipsi, 700 14)

Kokkini Hani (Kokkini Hani)

Gouves (Gouves, 700 14)

Heraklion (Heraklion)

Agia Pelagia (Agia Pelagia, 715 00)

Fodele (Fodele, 715 00)

Bali (Bali)

Notes

Not wheelchair accessible

Infants must not sit on laps

Enjoy personal pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, villa, cruise or any other point of Crete island. NOTE: pick-up time is flexible and upon your final confirmation