Crete - Heraklion (agios Nikolaos - Elounda)Greece

Vai Palm Beach with Polish guide

4.5 /6
20 reviews
from €51.00 /pers.
Duration
All day
Languages
Guide in Polish
Age:
No restrictions
Confirmation
Instant e-voucher
Transfers included
Cancellation
Free up to 24h before
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What You'll See
  • Toplou Monastery – a remarkable 14th-century monastery
  • Organic monastery products – locally produced olive oil and other specialities
  • Vai Beach – Europe's largest natural palm forest
  • Turquoise Mediterranean waters – time to relax and swim
What’s included
  • Transfers
  • Guide service
Not included
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fee to the Monastery - approx. 5 EUR per person
Program Description

Explore one of Crete's most spectacular regions, where Europe's largest natural palm forest meets the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean Sea. This excursion combines breathtaking natural scenery with a visit to one of the island's most important religious landmarks.

Your journey begins at Toplou Monastery, a remarkable 14th-century monastery and one of Crete's most significant monastic sites. During your visit, you will discover its impressive architecture, fascinating history and the daily life of the monks. The monastery is also renowned for its organic products, including locally produced olive oil and wine.

The tour continues to the famous Vai Beach, one of Crete's most iconic destinations. Here, thousands of palm trees form Europe's largest natural palm forest, creating an extraordinary landscape often compared to the Caribbean. You will have free time to relax on the golden sandy beach, swim in the crystal-clear Mediterranean Sea and enjoy the unique atmosphere of this exotic setting.

This excursion is the perfect choice for travellers looking to combine Crete's rich cultural heritage with some of the island's most beautiful natural landscapes.


The order of the itinerary and the programme may be subject to change.

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4.5 /6
20 reviews
booking process
5.5
tour program
4.6
organization of the trip
5.4
guide
5.1
compliance with the description
4.9
value for money
4.5
3/6
Agnieszka, with family
18 Jul 2026
Unfortunately, the tour description doesn`t match the actual plan. The trip was supposed to begin with a walk through the impressive Gorge of the Dead, which was our primary focus, but it wa... 
5/6
Magdalena, with family
27 Jul 2025
The tour was very good; Marta is a great guide. The viewpoint is worth climbing, offering a magnificent view of the beach and palm forest. We had plenty of time on the beach because, unfortu... 
5/6
Paula, with family
26 Jul 2025
The trip was nice, but unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, such as very high temperatures, the gorge was canceled. We spent more time on the beach. The beach was nice, but not th... 
6/6
Maria, with partner
19 Jul 2025
The trip was superbly organized, the itinerary was 100% implemented, the guide was perfectly prepared, has extensive knowledge of the subject, talks about the places visited in a very intere... 
2/6
Roman, with partner
19 Jul 2025
Well... the amazing Vai beach was supposed to be there, but we only spent less than two hours there. Beforehand, the group had hiked through a gorge/canyon, which took them over an hour and ... 
Cancellation Policy
Get full refund if you cancel up to 24h before the excursion begin. The conditions may vary depending on the guide's language. read terms
Provider / Organizer:
GEA holidays - Crete (Heraklion)
Mafsolou 139, 71601, Heraklion, Crete, GREECE
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