Explore Crete’s ancient wonders on a private day trip from Heraklion to Phaestos Palace. Customize your journey through history and nature.
Explore Crete’s ancient wonders on a private day trip from Heraklion to Phaestos Palace. Customize your journey through history and nature.
- Heraklion - The Welcome driver will collect guests from their hotel in Heraklion at a time that suits them to begin their journey.
- Gortys - Gortys, also known as Gortyna, is a municipality and archaeological site located on the Mediterranean island of Crete, situated 45 km from the modern capital, Heraklion.
- **Archaeological Site of…
- Heraklion - The Welcome driver will collect guests from their hotel in Heraklion at a time that suits them to begin their journey.
- Gortys - Gortys, also known as Gortyna, is a municipality and archaeological site located on the Mediterranean island of Crete, situated 45 km from the modern capital, Heraklion.
- Archaeological Site of Phaistos - Phaistos was a significant palatial center of the Minoan civilization and the wealthiest and most influential city in southern Crete.
- Matala - Matala Beach in Crete is a renowned beach known for its unique landscape, gaining fame in the 1960s and beyond.

- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Hotel pickup and dropoff
- Fuel and tolls
- Professional English Speaking Driver
- Well-maintained car with an English-speaking driver
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Hotel pickup and dropoff
- Fuel and tolls
- Professional English Speaking Driver
- Well-maintained car with an English-speaking driver
- Tips and gratuities
- Lunch, other beverages and meals
- Tips and gratuities
- Lunch, other beverages and meals
Embark on a private, tailor-made adventure to explore the ancient marvels of Crete, blending history with nature. Start your journey at Gortys, the former Roman capital of Crete, known for Europe’s oldest legal code and remnants from the Doric, Roman, and Byzantine eras. Proceed to Phaistos, the second-largest Minoan palace, offering breathtaking views…
Embark on a private, tailor-made adventure to explore the ancient marvels of Crete, blending history with nature. Start your journey at Gortys, the former Roman capital of Crete, known for Europe’s oldest legal code and remnants from the Doric, Roman, and Byzantine eras. Proceed to Phaistos, the second-largest Minoan palace, offering breathtaking views and the renowned, yet undeciphered, Phaistos Disc. Next, explore Agia Triada, a site of a Minoan Royal Villa and town, steeped in archaeological importance.
Take a leisurely break in the coastal village of Matala, where you can enjoy a swim in the pristine Libyan Sea, discover cliffside caves once inhabited by hippies, and savor a meal at a local taverna.
100% Private & Customizable – Modify the itinerary and duration at each location.
Hotel Pickup & Drop-off – Professional English-speaking driver.
Conclude your day with a picturesque drive back to Heraklion, carrying with you the memories of Crete’s ancient legacy and coastal allure.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.