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LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 19 travelers
Overview
Living present meets Cretan history and archaeology!
We set off from Plakias towards the east of the island and first reach Phaistos, the second largest Minoan palace in Crete, where we have time to visit the ruins and learn more about Minoan culture. Afterwards we continue to Mires to visit one of the most beautiful farmers markets in Crete. The market extends over an entire street it is enough time to enjoy some traditional snacks. Just the way you like it.
From Mires we continue to the Messara Museum, which opened in 2023. It highlights the uniqueness of an important region over time: from prehistory to the Middle Ages.
Only one kilometer away is the last stop of our cultural journey. Gortys, the former capital of the Roman province of Crete. There we visit the impressive archaeological site.
From there we make our way back to Plakias.
What's included
Guided tour with an experienced guide
Free admission everywhere: Children up to 5 years and EU citizens up to 25 years
Bus transfer throughout the trip.
Snacks
Lunch
Entrance fee Phaistos 15 €
Entrance Messara Museum 10 € and Gortys 10 €
What to expect
1h 30m
Explore Festo's second largest Minoan palace. On the way, your guide collects the entrance fees and takes care of the tickets
Mires
1h 30m
Visit the street market in Mires. Here is time for snacks and shopping for traditional Cretan products
Messara
1h
Visit the modern museum with excavations from the Messara Plain. The entrance ticket is a combination ticket with Gortys
Ancient Gortys
1h · Admission ticket not included
Gortys, the former capital of the Roman province of Crete. There we visit the impressive archaeological site.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Parking behind the Synka supermarket
Meeting point
at the bridge opposite Forum
End point
Parking behind the Synka supermarket
End point
at the bridge opposite Forum
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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