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Heraklion: Matala Beach, Hippie Caves & Odigitria Monastery
Heraklion, Crete, Greece, Europe
$52.58
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Discover the relaxed charm of South Crete on a comfortable day trip from Heraklion. Enjoy plenty of free time in the colorful seaside village of Matala, where you can swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Libyan Sea, relax on the beach, or explore the famous hippie caves carved into the cliffs. Travel back in time at the historic Odigitria Monastery, visit its folklore museum, and learn about traditional herbal remedies made by the monks using local mountain herbs. A perfect blend of seaside leisure, culture, and authentic Cretan history.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
English: Anisaras, Gouves area
Pick-up from specific points:: Anisaras, Analipsi, Gouves
Pickup included
Pick-up from specific points:: Anisaras, Analipsi, Gouves
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Tour Guide
- Professional Driver
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Liability Insurance Coverage by ALLIANZ for our tour participants
- Matala
- Lunch
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HeraklionEnjoy a comfortable, air-conditioned day trip through South Crete with convenient pick-up from selected locations in Heraklion. Sit back and relax as you travel through scenic landscapes on the way south. After morning pick-up from your accommodation, enjoy a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Matala, famous for its relaxed atmosphere, sandy beach, and artistic spirit.
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MatalaStop 1: Matala Village – 4 hours free time Spend ample free time in Matala to experience it at your own pace. Swim or sunbathe at the beach, enjoy lunch at a charming seaside café, browse local shops, or purchase a ticket to explore the iconic hippie caves, carved into the cliffs above the beach and steeped in 1960s history (entrance fee: 5€ - optional). After your time in Matala, continue with a short 15-minute bus drive.
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Odigitria MonasteryStop 2: Odigitria Monastery – 45 minutes Visit the historic Monastery of Odigitria, one of the most important religious landmarks in southern Crete. Wander through its peaceful grounds and uncover sights from years of Cretan history. Explore the folklore museum (free entrance), and discover traditional herbal creams made by the monks using secret recipes and local herbs collected from the surrounding Asterousia Mountains, part of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and Global Geopark.
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HeraklionReturn to Heraklion Relax on the return journey back to your accommodation after a day filled with culture, history, and seaside freedom. Depending on traffic and on the pick-up places of each one, the time of journey back to the hotel will differ.
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Heraklion: Matala Beach, Hippie Caves & Odigitria Monastery
Heraklion, Crete, Greece, Europe
$52.58
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!