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The Minoan Experience
A journey into the heart of one of Europe’s oldest civilizations through a guided visit to the UNESCO recognised Palace of Malia by a licensed guide an a Minoan-inspired dinner at the hotel’s organic garden Bostani.
- Duration: Approximately 4.5 hours
- Minimum Participation: 6 guests
- Maximum Participation: 15 guests
Itinerary:
- 17:30 Departure from Phāea Cretan Malia
- 17:45 Arrival at the Palace of Malia
- 17:45 – 18:45 Private guided tour of the archaeological site
- 18:45 – 19:00 Refreshment overlooking the archaeological landscape
- 19:00 Transfer back to the resort
- 19:20 Arrival at Phāea Cretan Malia
- 19:30 Minoan-inspired dinner at Bostani
- 22:00 Experience concludes
Experience Highlights
- Exclusive guided visit to the UNESCO-recognized Palace of Malia
- Licensed archaeological guide
- Stories of Minoan society, trade, architecture, and mythology
- Refreshment served at the archaeological site
- Private return transfers
- Minoan-inspired dinner at Bostani with earth cooking
- Seasonal ingredients sourced from local producers and the Phāea Farmers Program
- Limited capacity experience
- Celebration of Crete’s designation as European Region of Gastronomy 2026
