From Heraklion: Gortyna, Phaistos, Matala, & Zaros Day Trip
Discover southern Crete on a guided tour from Heraklion. Visit Gortyna, the Minoan palace of Phaistos, the seaside village of Matala, and the peaceful village of Zaros.
138 bookable on GetYourGuide, page 2 of 2. Prices checked 2026-09-06.
Trips out of the city with transport included. Our own day-trips page covers the towns worth eating in; these are the coaches and drivers that get you there.
For the operators we researched and recommend, see our food tours and cooking classes in Heraklion, or the experiences overview.
Discover southern Crete on a guided tour from Heraklion. Visit Gortyna, the Minoan palace of Phaistos, the seaside village of Matala, and the peaceful village of Zaros.
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