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A coastal town with a beach, boats, and a rocky cliff. 2
A narrow street with shops on either side, a mountain in the background, and a clear sky. 3
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By Luxury Crete Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is P 18,264 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Discover the hidden gems of South Crete on this engaging 8-hour private tour. Begin by exploring the charming old village of Saint Thomas, . Next, enjoy a leisurely visit to Matala Beach and its famous caves, historically significant as Roman tombs and a hippie haven. The day culminates with a visit to a family winery, where you can taste five varieties of local, organic wines. Customize your experience as you wish, and enjoy included refreshments throughout the day.

Activity location

  • Agios Thomas
    • Agios Thomas, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Agios Thomas
    • Agios Thomas, Greece

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South Crete Tour with Matala Beach Caves and Winery Visit

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00
Price details
P 18,263.62 x 2 AdultsP 36,527.24
Total
Price is P 36,527.24
Until Sun, Nov 15

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Private transportation
  • Inclusions
    Bottled water
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Coffee and/or Tea
  • Exclusions
    ticket to the caves 6 euro
  • Exclusions
    wine tasting from 18 euro per person for 5 local wines

Know before you book

    • 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

Activity itinerary

Agios Thomas

  • 30m
Your private driver will take you into the heart of rural Heraklion to visit Agios Thomas, a historic mountain village renowned for its dramatic rock formations, ancient carved tombs, and rich Byzantine heritage. You will stroll through serene stone-paved alleys, discover ancient rock-hewn dwellings and Byzantine churches carved directly into giant boulders, and take in panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Enjoy a quiet coffee or traditional raki at a local village kafeneio, experiencing pure Cretan hospitality far away from the typical tourist crowds.

Matala Caves

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Your private driver will escort you in VIP comfort to the coastal cliffs of Matala. You will explore the famous hand-carved sandstone caves, which served as ancient Roman tombs and later became the legendary refuge for the 1960s hippie movement—frequented by music icons like Joni Mitchell and Bob Dylan. You will climb into the rock-hewn chambers to admire sweeping views of the bay, stroll along the golden beach, and browse the colorful artwork, flower-painted streets, and artisan shops of the vibrant seaside village. Afterward, enjoy free time to swim in the Libyan Sea or relax at a beachfront taverna before your climate-controlled return journey.

DAF Wines by Douloufaki Fereniki

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Next, your private chauffeur will escort you to the historic village of Dafnes to visit DAF Wines by Fereniki Douloufaki. Carrying forward over a century of family winemaking heritage, this boutique artisanal winery focuses on natural, low-intervention wines.

Location

Activity location

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    Agios Thomas
    • Agios Thomas, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Agios Thomas
    • Agios Thomas, Greece

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