Heraklion to Phaestos Palace Private Custom Day Trip
Discover the ancient wonders of Crete on a private, customizable journey through history and nature. Begin at Gortys, once the Roman capital of Crete, home to Europe’s oldest legal code and ruins from the Doric, Roman, and Byzantine periods. Continue to Phaistos, the second-largest Minoan palace, with panoramic views and the famous undeciphered Phaistos Disc. Then visit Agia Triada, the site of a Minoan Royal Villa and town, rich in archaeological significance.
Enjoy a relaxing break in the seaside village of Matala, where you can swim in the clear Libyan Sea, explore cliffside caves once used by hippies, and have lunch at a local taverna.
100% Private & Customizable – Adjust the itinerary and time at each stop.
Hotel Pickup & Drop-off – Professional English-speaking driver.
End your day with a scenic ride back to Heraklion, filled with memories of Crete’s ancient heritage and coastal charm.
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Heraklion to Phaestos Palace Private Custom Day Trip
Pickup included
What's included in Heraklion to Phaestos Palace Private Custom Day Trip
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Heraklion
Your Welcome driver will pick you up from your hotel in Heraklion at a time of your convenience to start your trip.
Gortys
Gortys or Gortyna is a municipality and an archaeological site on the Mediterranean island of Crete, 45 km away from the modern capital Heraklion.
Archaeological Site of Phaistos
Phaistos was one of the most important palatial centres of Minoan civilization and the most wealthy and powerful city in southern Crete.
Inclusions
- WiFi on board
- 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
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Our operators/drivers are not official tour guides but are professional drivers and Locals who have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you to the sights but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city. Please know that we are unable to pick up, start, or stop this sightseeing ride from or to the airport/port/train stations. Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.
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