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- German
- English
Living present meets Cretan history and archaeology!
We set off from Plakias towards the east of the island and first reach Phaistos, the second largest Minoan palace in Crete, where we have time to visit the ruins and learn more about Minoan culture. Afterwards we continue to Mires to visit one of the most beautiful farmers markets in Crete. The market extends over an entire street it is enough time to enjoy some traditional snacks. Just the way you like it.
From Mires we continue to the Messara Museum, which opened in 2023. It highlights the uniqueness of an important region over time: from prehistory to the Middle Ages.
Only one kilometer away is the last stop of our cultural journey. Gortys, the former capital of the Roman province of Crete. There we visit the impressive archaeological site.
From there we make our way back to Plakias.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1
Explore Festo's second largest Minoan palace. On the way, your guide collects the entrance fees and takes care of the tickets
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Visit the street market in Mires. Here is time for snacks and shopping for traditional Cretan products
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Messara
Visit the modern museum with excavations from the Messara Plain. The entrance ticket is a combination ticket with Gortys
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Ancient Gortys
Gortys, the former capital of the Roman province of Crete. There we visit the impressive archaeological site.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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