South Crete: Matala Hippies Beach & Gortys Archaeological Site
Spend a day at the south part of Heraklion Region. Discover its coast and scenic landscapes of Matala, swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Libyan Sea and take a walk to the world-wide known Caves of the Village. Enjoy the views over the bay and walk around the streets of the village to do some souvenir shopping or have lunch. During this tour you will also visit, the archaeological site of Gortyn, the Roman capital of the island of Crete which area was first inhabited around 7000 BC.
Description
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Heraklion, Heraklion, Crete
We will start collecting participants from pick-up points in the morning.
Depending on the place of your hotel/apartment the bus ride will differ.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Gortys, Gortys, Arkadia Region, Peloponnese
First stop will be at this unique archaeological place at the South of Crete, named Gortys, with sights from all periods of the 5000 years Cretan history.
We will stay there for about 1hour.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Matala, Matala, Crete
Bus Drive to Matala: 20 minutes
Free Time in Matala: 4.5 hours
Clients are free to enjoy swimming, lunch and visit the famous hippy’s caves, the most popular hippies shelter during 60’s&70’s.
Duration: 5 hours
Stop At: Heraklion, Heraklion, Crete
Embarkation in the buses and drive back to the hotels where we gathered participants in the morning.
Depending on traffic and on the pick-up places of each one, the time of journey back to the hotel will differ.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Tour Guide
- Professional Driver
- Liability Insurance Coverage by ALLIANZ for our tour participants
- All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions
- Entrance of Gortys Archaeological Site: 6€
- Lunch
- Matala Caves: 4€
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
- Participants are required to bring and wear face-masks.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
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Cancellation
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