Heraklion: Matala Beach, Hippie Caves & Odigitria Monastery - 2026 (Verified Reviews)

About This Experience

Highlights

• Step back in time as you admire history at the monastery of Odigitria
• Trace the history and culture of Crete in the monastery's folklore museum
• Swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Libyan Sea or sunbathe on Matala beach
• Purchase a ticket to see the caves where the hippies once lived in Matala
• Be picked up and dropped off from select locations on the island of Crete

What's Included

• ✓ Hotel pickup and drop-off from selected locations
• ✓ Transportation in an air-conditioned bus
• ✓ Driver
• ✓ Guide
• ✓ Liability insurance coverage

Not Included

• Entrance to the caves (5€)
• Food and drinks
• Clothing is not provided on site

Good to Know

• This tour operates rain or shine.
• Modest dress required for monastery entry (shoulders and knees must be covered; clothing is not provided on site)