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Description
Over the centuries, Cretans have imbued this ancient land with the vivid presence of Christianity by founding monasteries, churches, & chapels of great religious import.
Journey to Central Crete from North to South in the paths of Apostle Paul to the land of generosity. An untouched paradise on earth, beloved by our forefathers, where fertile soils treasure lavish vineyards & the oldest olive groves seem to stretch toward the horizon.
Succumb to the expert knowledge of our local guides as you visit religious monuments always built-in stunning landscapes. Some of them were fortified & others are situated on the sites of archaic temples illuminating the long devotion to Christianity in Crete.
Let us take you on a true passage of time meandering through the Minoan wonders of Messara plain to embrace the magnificent views of Phaistos Palace.
In the afternoon, visit the village of Matala. Bask in the waters of the Libyan Sea & unwind at the delicious fish tavernas on the waterfront.
Itinerary
Personal Pick Up
Enjoy a personal pick-up with a premium vehicle at your full-day disposal, at any defined time of the day. Your day tour will start with a religious journey to South-Central Crete by following the uncharted itineraries of Apostle Paul
Holy Ancient Cave
During your idyllic escape to the South Crete, you will make the first stop at the traditional village of Agios Myron (Agios Mironas) to get acquainted with the church and the holy ancient cave of the Saint.
Hidden Women Monastery
Then, your religious path leads through ancient fertile hills with olive groves to a hidden women Monastery that is dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Amazingly, this monastery hosts a thousand-year-old myrtle tree with a miraculous icon of the Virgin inside the tree.
Holy Mountains
On the way to the next Monastery which is located on the cliffs of the Holy Mountains, your private local insider guide will make photo stops that overlook the ruins of the Phaistos Palace and panoramic views of Asterousia Mountains.
Getting acquainted with the following Monastery, you will have the opportunity to attach to the holy relics and get blessings from an old Cretan monk, who have chosen to follow an ascetic lifestyle. Not to mention that you will have an amazing opportunity to learn about the Cretan School of Iconography by receiving from your private guide all the essential key-pieces of information!
Matala
Reaching the Southern corners of Central Crete, you will visit a traditional fish village that is known for its freshly caught delicious seafood. There, you will have an authentic lunch with stunning views of the Libyan Sea.
Award-Winning Winery
On the way back, a short stroll takes you to a quintessentially local award-winning winery. There, you will experience a full flight of local wine, perfectly paired with local delicacies such as a selection of charcuterie and cheese, a great way to fill your day with spiritual fulfillment and culture!
Meeting points
- Istro, , Istro, 721 00
- Voulisma beach, , , 721 00
- Agios Nikolaos, , Agios Nikolaos,
- Elounda, , Elounda,
- Sisi, , Sisi, 724 00
- Milatos, , Milatos, 724 00
- Malia, Crete, , Malia, Crete, 700 07
- Hersonissos, , Hersonissos, 700 14
- Anissaras, , Anissaras, 700 14
- Analipsi, , Analipsi, 700 14
- Kokkini Hani, , Kokkini Hani,
- Gouves, , Gouves, 700 14
- Heraklion, , Heraklion,
- Agia Pelagia, , Agia Pelagia, 715 00
- Fodele, , Fodele, 715 00
- Bali, , Bali,
- Adelianos Kampos, , Adelianos Kampos, 741 00
- Rethimno, , Rethimno, 741 00
Pick up locations
- Blue Palace, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Crete, Plaka
- Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection,
- Elounda Garden Suites, Dimokratias Ave
- Elounda Mare Relais & Chateaux hotel, Dimokratias 10,
- Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas,
- Elounda Gulf Villas, Mesa Pigadakia Schisma Elounda,
- Elounda Peninsula All Suite Hotel, Elounda Peninsula via private road,
- Sensimar Elounda Village Resort & Spa by Aquila,
- Elounda Orama Boutique Hotel, Epar.Od. Agiou Nikolaou - Vrouchas
- Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort,
- Royal Marmin Bay Boutique & Art Hotel,
- Candia Park Village,
- Pleiades Luxurious Villas, Aghios Nikolaos,
- Minos Beach Art hotel, Akti Ilia Sotirchou,
- Elounda Bay Palace,
- St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas, Thessi Nissi,
- Daios Cove Luxury Resort & Villas, Vathi Beach
- Istron Bay Hotel, Eo Agiou Nikolaou Sitias 109
- Istron Luxury Villas,
- Istron Collection Villas,
- Milatos Village Cretan Agrotourism Hotel, Unnamed Road
- Grecotel Meli Palace, Agia Varvara,
- Cretan Malia Park,
- Mitsis Laguna Resort & Spa,
- Aldemar Cretan Village, Limenas Hersonissou,
- Aldemar Knossos Royal,
- Aldemar Luxury Knossos Villas, Limenas Hersonissou,
- Lyttos Beach Hotel,
- Creta Maris Beach Resort,
- Hersonissos Village Hotel, 12 Solomou
- Elysium Boutique Hotel, Analipsis Beach Road
- Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa,
- Stella Palace Resort & Spa,
- Nana Beach Hotel,
- Nana Princess,
- Amirandes, Grecotel Exclusive Resort, PO Box 106
- Galaxy Hotel Iraklio, 75 Dimokratias Avenue,
- GDM Megaron Historical Monument Hotel, 9, D. Beaufort
- Lato Boutique Hotel, Epimenidou 15,
- Ibis Styles Heraklion Central, Koroneou 26 Street & Agiou Titou
- AQUILA Atlantis Hotel, 2 Ygias Str,
- Out of the Blue Capsis Elite Resort, 2 Eleftherios Venizelos
- CHC Athina Palace Resort & Spa, Lygaria
- Fodele Beach & Water Park Holiday Resort, PO Box 1354, Heraklion, Crete
- Greco Fodele Villas, Fodele Village,
- Bali Beach Hotel & Village,
- Bali Mare Hotel and Villas,
- Bali Diamond,
- Bali Blue Bay, ,
- Grecotel Club Marine Palace & Suites, Panormo
- Grecotel Creta Palace Hotel, Missiria, highway exit to Amari
- Caramel Grecotel Boutique Resort, Adele,
- Aquila Rithymna Beach Hotel,
- Rimondi Grand Resort & Spa, Old National Road Rethymno _ Heraklion,
- Pepi Boutique Hotel, Emmanouil Tsouderou 22,
- Avli Lounge Apartments, Xanthoudidou 18 & Radamanthyos,
- N. Kazantzakis Airport,
What's included
A chauffeured premium vehicle
Private guide: We take much pride in having the best local guides of Crete!
Vehicle amenities: mineral water, Cretan fruits & snacks, Wi-Fi, USB sockets & hygiene amenities
Our assistance with the best restaurant recommendations & reservations
VIP skip-the-line access & assistance with purchasing admission tickets
Exclusive insider-access opportunities & tailored details of your personal interest
Our concierge support before & during your day trip
What's excluded
Admission fees
Wine tasting (if requested)
Important information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Enjoy personal pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, villa, cruise or any other point of Crete island. NOTE: pick-up time is flexible and upon your final confirmation
Cancellation policy
- Cancellation fee of 100% if cancelled 1 day or less before departure
- Cancellation fee of 0% if cancelled 1000 days or less before departure
Categories
- CULTURAL AND THEME TOURS
- DAY TRIPS AND EXCURSIONS
- CULINARY
- SHORE EXCURSIONS
- LUXURY AND SPECIAL OCCASIONS
- BUS OR MINIVAN TOUR
Guided Language
- English
- Deutsch
- Russian
- Francaise
- Ελληνικά
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