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Minoan Day Experience

Duration

Availability

Guided Tour

Overnight Stay

Active Months

Bio Products
Bio Products

Toilets
Toilets

Accessibility
Accessibility

Tasting
Tasting

Dining Services
Dining Services

Retail Shop
Retail Shop

Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly
Transfer Service
Transfer Service
Description
At the Heraklion Equestrian Club in beautiful Karteros, we have brought history to life with the creation of the Minoan Theater – a one-of-a-kind cultural venue.
Step into a stunning horseshoe-shaped stone theater, where the magic of the Minoan civilization unfolds before your eyes. Through captivating performances inspired by ancient Crete, you’ll be transported to a world of myth, dance, and tradition in an experience unlike any other!
ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION
Prepare to embark on a journey back in time to the majestic era of the Minoans, the world’s first great civilization! This spectacular theatrical production will awaken your senses, immersing you in the sights, sounds, scents, and flavors of ancient Crete.
Feel history come to life as you witness breathtaking dance, acrobatics, and rituals performed before your eyes. The grandeur of the Minoan palaces, the rhythm of ancient music, and the energy of sacred ceremonies will transport you to a time of myth and legend.
Experience the Minoan world through:
- A warm welcome by Phaedra, daughter of King Minos
- A Libation to the Earth Goddess, honoring nature’s blessings
- The thrilling spectacle of Bull Leaping, the sport of the brave
- Traditional Minoan athletic games
- A prayer to the Great Mother Gaia, the nurturing force of life
But your journey doesn’t stop there…
Minoan Day Experience offers not just a show, but a culinary adventure with a special Minoan Kerasma – a delightful taste of ancient Crete!
Enjoy authentic Minoan flavors before the performance:
- Hand-kneaded bread – enhance its taste with fragrant olive oil and wild oregano
- Cretan olives – bursting with the essence of the Mediterranean
- Cold salad “Paspermia” – a nourishing blend of five legumes, fresh parsley, dill, and sesame
- Refreshing homemade iced tea – a sip of nature’s finest ingredients
- Pure spring water – crisp, cool, and revitalizing
Join us for an unforgettable evening, where history, culture, and flavor unite to create the most cherished memory of your holiday!
Are you ready to step into the world of the Minoans?
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