Matala Beach, Caves, and Winery Full-Day Tour from Heraklion
Overview
Discover the best of South Crete on a full-day trip that blends culture, nature, and authentic local flavors. The experience begins at one of Crete’s top wineries, set among the island’s lush interior vineyards, where guests can enjoy a guided tasting and learn about the traditions behind Cretan wine.
The tour continues to the legendary village of Matala, known for its relaxed “hippie” vibe, colorful streets, and stunning turquoise beach. Travelers can swim, sunbathe, or explore the iconic caves carved into the seaside cliffs.
A traditional Cretan lunch is served at a local restaurant, prepared with fresh regional products and accompanied by local wine.
Surrounded by beautiful scenery and gentle routes, this tour delivers a full day of authentic experiences and the true spirit of southern Crete.
What's Included
- Lunch BBQ Lunch with wine & water
- Experienced and informative drivers
- Pick-up and Drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Tour with 4WD Mercedes Vito vehicle & fuel
- The entrance fee in the winery (8€)
- Any private expenses
- Matala Caves visit {Adults: €5 - EU residents (ages 65+): €2 - EU residents (under 26): Free}
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
* Pickup service is included from the wider areas of Heraklion Heraklion meeting points, Amoudara, Analipsis - Anissaras, Chersonissos - Piskopiano - Koutouloufari, Gouves - Kokkini Hani, Malia, Malia area, Sisi, Milatos, Stalis. * For all the rest areas we will ask you to come to a meeting point. * Pickup time is between 08.00am to 09.30am & drop-off time: 4.30-5.00pm * We will inform you of the exact pickup time after your booking. * If your location is on a street our vehicles can't access, we'll arrange a nearby meeting point for pickup.
What To Expect
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Heraklion Winery
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Messara
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Matala
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Vasiliki
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Agia Varvara
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with serious medical conditions
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Don't forget : Water, Walking shoes, Sunscreen, Hat & Sun glasses, Swimsuit, Flip-flops, Sea towels
- Safari Experts Crete reserves the right to change routes and stops for safety reasons or due to the weather conditions
- We provide child seats just let us know when you book your tour
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Lunch. BBQ Lunch with wine & water.
- Experienced and informative drivers.
- Pick-up and Drop-off.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Tour with 4WD Mercedes Vito vehicle & fuel.
- The entrance fee in the winery (8€).
- any private expenses.
- Matala Caves visit {Adults: €5 - EU residents (ages 65+): €2 - EU residents (under 26): Free}.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Matala Beach, Caves, and Winery Full-Day Tour from Heraklion is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with serious medical conditions
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Matala Beach, Caves, and Winery Full-Day Tour from Heraklion will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- LunchBBQ Lunch with wine & water
- Experienced and informative drivers
- Pick-up and Drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Tour with 4WD Mercedes Vito vehicle & fuel
- The entrance fee in the winery (8€)
- Any private expenses
- Matala Caves visit {Adults: €5 - EU residents (ages 65+): €2 - EU residents (under 26): Free}
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with serious medical conditions
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Don't forget : Water, Walking shoes, Sunscreen, Hat & Sun glasses, Swimsuit, Flip-flops, Sea towels
- Safari Experts Crete reserves the right to change routes and stops for safety reasons or due to the weather conditions
- We provide child seats just let us know when you book your tour
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
