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RIVIERA - Vai Palm Beach, Toplou Monastery

10 Reviews 4.70 out of 5 stars Based on 10 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Agios Nikolaos, Greece
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7 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
and 3 more
French, German, Russian

Overview

Travel in Style safe and comfortable with our luxury Land Rovers Discovery HSE, SE

Visiting the old monastery , wine tastings of its finest awarded wines and olive oil

Visit the largest Palm forest tree in Europe

Diving into crystal refrecing seawaters!

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
  • Bottled water
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
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Meeting and Pickup

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pick up / drop off from the hotel

What To Expect

The experience starts from Agios Nikolaos heading east. It is an excellent opportunity for you to admire the sublime Gulf of Mirabello. This is eastern Crete Riviera. We pass through many picturesque village and we reach the 15th-century Toplou Monastery. The compound features a small museum with notable exhibits of Christian Orthodox art, such as sacred utensils and chalcography by monks of Mount Athos. There is also an olive press which produces olive oil of outstanding quality and wine making facilities. Both the olive oil and the wine produced in the monastery are exported all over the world.

You may participate in a wine and spirit tasting session (optional) at the monastery’s cellar.

Then we pay a visit to one of the main attractions in eastern Crete, that is, the protected Vai palm forest. It is unique in Europe and is located next to one of the most beautiful beaches of the island. There will be plenty of time for you to enjoy swimming and the rare beauty of the landscape.

On our way back, we will stop at Platanos and watch the sunset in an area with an enchanting view.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the RIVIERA – Vai Palm Beach, Toplou Monastery?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Parking Fees
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

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