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Minoan Luxuries: Ancient Palaces, Messara Wine Routes & Matala
Ancient Palaces with Minoan Wine Routes & Iconic Matala Beach from Heraklion
Minoan Luxuries. Ancient Palaces, Messara Wine Routes & Matala.
Ancient Palaces with Minoan Wine Routes & Iconic Matala Beach from Heraklion
Ancient Palaces with Minoan Wine Routes & Iconic Matala Beach from Heraklion

Minoan Luxuries: Ancient Palaces, Messara Wine Routes & Matala

By Crete Private & Luxury Tours by Snami Travel
Free cancellation available
Price is $1,030 per traveler* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travelers
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

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.

Activity location

  • Agios Myron
    • Agios Myron, Greece, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Gouves
    • 700 14, Gouves, Greece

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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VIP Minibus 9-seats in Multilingual
  • Earn $30.89
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h8h
  • Opening hours: Mon 7:00am-12:00pm
  • English

Luxury Small Private Group
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Pickup included

Price details
$1,029.59 x 1 Traveler$1,029.59
Total
Price is $1,029.59
VIP Minibus 15-seats in Multilingual
  • Earn $37.39
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h8h
  • Opening hours: Mon 7:00am-12:00pm
  • English

Personalized Private Group
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Pickup included

Price details
$1,246.34 x 1 Traveler$1,246.34
Total
Price is $1,246.34

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate expert guide in art, history, & archeology
  • What's includedWhat's includedVIP skip-the-line access & assistance with purchasing admission tickets
  • What's includedWhat's includedOur assistance with the best restaurant recommendations & reservations
  • What's includedWhat's includedExclusive insider-access opportunities & tailored details of your personal interest
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate guide: We take much pride in having the best local guides of Crete!
  • What's includedWhat's includedPersonal pick-up & drop-off (flexible pick-up time)
  • What's includedWhat's includedOur concierge support before & during your day trip
  • What's includedWhat's includedA chauffeured premium vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's includedVehicle amenities: mineral water, Cretan fruits & snacks, Wi-Fi, USB sockets & hygiene amenities
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedDrinks and meals
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAdmission fees
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedWine tasting expenses (if requested)

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Heraklion Prefecture
  • 45m
Plunge into the guided tour of the land of old-world splendor of Minoan Crete with our brilliant local guide.
Agios Myron
  • 45m
Wander the picturesque village of Agios Myronas and step into the sacred cave of the Saint where still flows the holy water.
Gortyna
  • 45m
  • Admission ticket not included
Stroll the Gortyna archaeological site famous for the great Gortyn Code in the Doric dialect that later became the Spartan Law.
Messara
  • 45m
Wallow in the central Crete vineyard tour along the emerald expanse of Messara Valley and visit a boutique winery to taste luxuriant wine-tasting flavors.
Palace of Faistos
  • 25m
Embrace the legendary Faistos Palace, the seat of King Rhadamanthus, where the Phaistos disc hieroglyphic script was excavated.
Odigitria Monastery
  • 35m
Discover the Cretan sacred jewel of Odigitria monastery (Agiofarango) with a strong monastic tradition linked to the Apostle Paul.
Matala Beach
  • 2h
Delight in scenes of the spectacular sunset fading behind the iconic Matala Caves as you bathe in the azure waters of the Libyan Sea.
Matala
  • 1h
Taste delicious seafood dishes from the fresh local catch of the Matala village fishermen by indulging in the culinary significance of South Crete.
Hersonissos (Pass by)
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Anissaras (Pass by)
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Analipsi Beach (Pass by)
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Gouves (Pass by)
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Kokkini Hani (Pass by)
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Heraklion (Pass by)
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Agia Pelagia Beach (Pass by)
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Fodele Beach (Pass by)
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Bali (Pass by)
A potential region of your personal pick up and drop off.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESAgios Myron
    • Agios Myron, Greece, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEGouves
    • 700 14, Gouves, Greece
  • PEOPLEPEOPLEAnalipsi
    • 700 14, Analipsi, Greece
  • PEOPLEPEOPLEBali
    • Bali, Greece
  • PEOPLEPEOPLEFodele
    • 715 00, Fodele, Greece
  • PEOPLEPEOPLEHeraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece
  • PEOPLEPEOPLEAgia Pelagia
    • 715 00, Agia Pelagia, Greece
  • PEOPLEPEOPLEHersonissos
    • 700 14, Hersonissos, Greece
  • PEOPLEPEOPLEKokkini Hani
    • Kokkini Hani, Greece

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