Matala
whole day tour, including swimming in the Libyan Sea
We suggest:
- Comfortable clothes, sport shoes
- Bathing costumes
- During spring / autumn: warm pullover / jacket, long trousers
- Money for coffee break, lunch & admission fees
Time | Activity | |
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08.30 Hrs. | Departure from Heraklion, Hersonissos or Malia. | |
09.15 Hrs. | Short coffee break in Agia Varvara. | |
09.45 Hrs. | Start of the tour in Agia Varvara. | |
11.00 Hrs. | Short visit of the archaeological site of Gortis. | |
11.30 Hrs. | Visiting of a ceramic manufacturer in Gortis. | |
13.00 Hrs. | Lunch in a taverna in Vori, local specialities will be served. | |
14.15 Hrs. | We have a look at the Minoan palace of Festos. | |
15.15 Hrs. | Swimming in Matala and / or visiting of the hippy caves. | |
16.30 Hrs. | End of the tour. | |
17.30 Hrs. | The guests will be back in their accommodation. |
Times are for your information only.
Changes of 20 minutes are possible.

Distance:
- 56 km / incl. 29 km downhill
Children:
- Kiddy seats and
- 24 inch children bikes are available.
Remarks:
- Admission fee at the the archaeological site of Gortis (or Gortina) €3,- and at the Minoan palace of Festos (or Phaistos) also €3,-