GO CRETE AMAZING BEAUTY OF MATALA SAFARI
We begin our jeep
safari driving through the route of the vineyards of Crete. We will
cross villages, famous for the grape varieties and their wines, hence the
reason we will meet so many well-known wineries on our way.
Our first stop is
the village of Agios Thomas, located at an altitude of 760 meters,
dating back to 1371 AD. There, you will see the Byzantine churches, ruins of
the Byzantine aqueduct as well as the Roman era tombs.
Going down, after
crossing the Messara valley and following a route through
olive groves, we will reach one of the most famous monasteries of Crete,
the monastery of Odigitria, dating back to the 14thcentury.
Besides admiring the beauty of the monastery, you’ll get to visit the museum
with various items used in the daily life of Cretans too.
Next, having
arrived at the entrance of Agiofarango gorge, we’ll start crossing
it on foot. Walking effortlessly through the gorge, you will see sheeps and
goats- No reason to be afraid however, they are absolutely harmless! After
about 20 minutes of walking, you will end up on a beach with countless pebbles,
the paradise of Southern Crete!
After swimming in
the crystal clear waters and driving through scenic roads we will reach Matala,
the famous village of southern Crete, where the Hippies lived in the 70s. At
this point, you will have free time to admire the beauties of the village and
visit the caves of the Hippies.
Eventually we will
return to the hotel through a beautiful route.
This journey is sure to amaze you and fill your camera roll with
unforgettable memories in pictures!