Matala Beach - Ancient Phaistos-Faistos & Gortyn - South Crete

Panoramic tour from the Cretan Sea to the Libyan Sea - through the central and widest part of Crete, taking in part of the Psiloritis massif, where the magnificent Messara Valley stretches at the foot of the mountains.
A unique combination of archaic and Christian history, traditions of local life and recreation in one tour in the Magnificent Matala Bay on one of the best beaches in Crete.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Archaeological Site of Phaistos, Vori, Crete 70200 Greece

Phaistos, Phaestos, Festos and Latin Phaestus, is a Bronze Age archaeological site at modern Faistos, a municipality in south central Crete. It is notable for the remains of a Minoan palace and the surrounding town.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Ancient Gortys, Gortyn, Elliniko 22007 Greece

Remains of the Archaic period (7th century BC) were located in the area of the Acropolis, while the large inscription, the Gortyn Law Code, dated to the 5th century BC, attests the prosperity of the city, which continued throughout the historical times.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Matala Beach, Matala, Crete Greece

Mátala was the ancient port of Phaistos and Gortys and a former fishing community which has developed into a modern holiday center.

Duration: 3 hours



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Infant seats available"
"Most travelers can participate"
"If an infant does not sit on lap in the bus, It is necessary to pay a ticket."
"Pick-up from the specific bus stops next to the hotels. From Area 1: all the villages Heraklion region, Area 2: Rethymno, Agios Nikolaos region."
"After booking we will contact you to arrange the pick-up. Please, note, if you do not provide your pick-up details up to 24 hours before the tour, we do not guarantee the pick-up. For pick-up from different location, please, contact us."
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"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"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: 09:00 AM
Duration: 7 To 8 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
We pick up from the tourist bus stops, a maximum 800m walk from your hotel. For remotely located hotels and Airbnb's, please, contact us to clarify the closest pick-up point or any extra transfer arrangements.
Once booked, Status MLB Travel will contact you with details of pickup time and location. If you cannot find your pickup, you can indicate your location and we will help you find a convenient departure point for the tour bus.
If you have not received the email, please check your spam folder. When booking, always indicate the area and place of residence in Crete, and a contact phone number.

Ports

• Heraklion Port

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Pick-up from your hotel (at the specific tourist bus stop, outside of the hotel. No more than 800 m)
• Accompanying throughout the trip with a guided tour in the language of your order.
• Transfer with air-conditioned bus

Not Included

• Ticket entrance to Matala caves(Adults 4 euro)
• Entrance fees to museums/sights, individual expenses.
• Food and drinks

Facilities