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Heraklion: Matala Beach, Hippie Caves & Odigitria Monastery 20% OFF
Heraklion, Crete, Greece, Europe
$40.45
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Overview
The South Crete Day Trip from Heraklion showcases the relaxed charm of this beautiful region. This journey combines seaside leisure, cultural exploration, and authentic Cretan history.
- 🌊 Enjoy a comfortable, air-conditioned journey through South Crete with convenient pick-up from selected locations in Heraklion.
- 🏖️ Spend 4 hours in Matala Village, where you can swim in the crystal-clear waters, sunbathe on the sandy beach, or explore local shops.
- 🕉️ Visit the historic Odigitria Monastery, a significant religious site, where you can wander the peaceful grounds and learn about Cretan history.
- 🏺 Explore the folklore museum at the monastery, featuring free entrance and insights into traditional herbal remedies made by the monks.
- 🗿 Optional entry to the iconic hippie caves carved into the cliffs above Matala, with a ticket available for just 5€.
- 🚍 Enjoy a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Matala, taking in the picturesque landscapes along the way.
- 🧺 Lunch at a charming seaside café in Matala is available to enhance your experience.
- 👶 Specialized infant seats are available for families traveling with young children.
- 🧳 Liability insurance coverage by ALLIANZ is included for all tour participants, ensuring peace of mind during your adventure.
- 👗 Appropriate clothing is required for entry to the monastery, so be sure to bring a light scarf or cover-up for your visit.
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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
- Appropriate clothing is required for entry to Odigitria Monastery (not provided on site)
- 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. Please note that appropriate dress is required to enter the monastery. Shoulders and knees must be covered, so we recommend bringing a light scarf, shawl, or cover-up. As clothing is not provided on site, it is important to come prepared. If you prefer not to enter the monastery, you can enjoy your time outside, where there is a small area with animals (mini farm) and a café with a beautiful view.
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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 20% OFF
Heraklion, Crete, Greece, Europe
$40.45
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!