South Crete: Matala Hippies Beach & Gortys Archaeological Site

4.8
(35 reviews)
Heraklion, Greece

8 to 9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 3 more

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.

What's Included

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

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up travellers from specific points in the areas of Sisi, Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Agkisaras, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Amoudara, Agia Pelagia and from two centrally located points in Heraklion town.
As soon as you make the booking we will contact you in order to let you know the exact place and time of the Pick-up which is closer to your place of hotel.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Heraklion

    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.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Gortyna

    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.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Matala

    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.

    5 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Heraklion

    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.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Cretan Odyssey

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Archaeology Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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