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.

1. 1

   Archaeological Site of Phaistos

   1 hour

   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.

2. 2

   Ancient Gortys

   1 hour

   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.

3. 3

   Matala Beach

   3 hours

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

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• If an infant does not sit on lap in the bus, It is necessary to pay a ticket.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.