Social Programme

EXCURSIONS

Date: Thursday 13 July

  • Half Day Excursion: 

Route: Archaeological Site of Knossos & Archaeological Museum

Duration: 08:00 – 14:00 hrs

 

Knossos is the mythical labyrinth and ancient capital of Minoan Crete, with a history aging more than 5000years ago. The tour combines a visit to the Palace of the Minoan Civilization, the archaeological Museum and the vibrant city center of Heraklion.

Minimum participation: 25 pax

Cost: 50€ including entrance fees 

  • Full Day Excursion:

Route: South Crete: Archaeological Site of Festos – Gortys and Matala

Duration: 08:00 – 18:00 hrs

 

Spend a day at the south part of Heraklion Region. During this tour you will visit the archaeological site of Gortys, the Roman capital of the island of Crete which area was first inhabited around 7000 BC and Phaistos one of the most important palatial centre’s of Minoan civilization, and the most wealthy and powerful city in southern Crete. Discover its coast and scenic landscapes of Matala, swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Libyan Sea and take a walk to the world-wide known Caves of the Village, shelter of the hippies during 60’s&70’s. Enjoy the views over the bay and walk around the streets of the village to do some souvenir shopping or have lunch or swim. 

Minimum participation: 25 pax

Cost: 55€ including entrance fees

 

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  • Full Day Excursion:

Route: Spinalonga Island – Elounda and Aghios Nikolaos

Duration: 08:00 – 18:00 hrs

 

This tour combines a trip with a small boat from Elounda village to Spinalonga Fortress. What make Spinalonga unique are the ruined houses and buildings of the settlement that was from 1903-1957 Greece’s official leper colony. Free time for shopping, or lunch or swim at Elounda village. Then we go to the town of Aghios Nikolaos and its Lake Voulismeni.

Minimum participation: 25 pax

Cost: 55€ including entrance fee and boat