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South Crete: Matala Hippies Beach & Gortys Archaeological Site

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South Crete: Matala Hippies Beach & Gortys Archaeological Site

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Highlights

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.

Itinerary

  • Heraklion

    1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    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.
  • Gortyna

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    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.
  • Matala

    5 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    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.
  • Heraklion

    1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    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.

What's included

INCLUDED

Liability Insurance Coverage by ALLIANZ for our tour participants
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional Driver
Tour Guide

NOT INCLUDED

Lunch
Gortyna
Matala

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Additional information

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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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