Description
Cretan Night at Traditional Karouzanos Village (Dinner Included)
Experience the Magic of the CRETAN NIGHT AT TRADITIONAL KAROUZANOS VILLAGE
Imagine a night where time slows down, and the essence of Crete comes alive. The Cretan Night at Traditional Karouzanos Village isn’t just an excursion—it’s a journey into the heart of Cretan culture. Nestled in the embrace of the island's rugged landscape, Karouzanos Village beckons you to experience an evening unlike any other.
As the sun dips below the horizon, painting the sky in hues of orange and pink, your adventure begins. The drive through the Cretan countryside, with its rolling hills and olive groves, sets the stage for the evening ahead. When you arrive at the village, the scent of jasmine mingles with the warm evening air, inviting you to step into a world where tradition is cherished and celebrated.
At the heart of the Cretan Folklore Show Night, you’ll find a feast for all your senses. Picture yourself walking through the village’s cobblestone streets, where each corner tells a story of times gone by. The architecture, the colors, and the welcoming smiles of the villagers create an atmosphere that is both nostalgic and vibrant.
The centerpiece of the evening is the open-air tavern, where you’ll be treated to a traditional Cretan dinner. As you savor dishes prepared with love and passed down through generations, the sound of the lyra and bouzouki fills the air, setting the rhythm for what’s to come. Local wine flows freely, adding to the warmth of the evening as you relax under the stars.
But the highlight of the night is the Cretan Folklore Show. As the dancers take the stage in their colorful costumes, you’ll be captivated by the grace and energy of the traditional dances. This is more than just a performance—it’s an invitation. As the music swells, you’ll be urged to join in, learning the steps that have been danced on this island for centuries. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or have two left feet, the joy and enthusiasm of the locals will have you dancing like Zorba himself.
This is your chance to live the true Cretan experience. To dance, to eat, to laugh, and to become part of a tradition that’s been passed down through generations. The Cretan Night at Traditional Karouzanos Village is not just an evening out—it’s a memory in the making.
Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Book your spot now, and get ready to immerse yourself in the Cretan way of life, where every night is a celebration of culture, community, and pure joy.
Pick-up's from:
Sissi, Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos (port), Koutouloufari, Piskopiano, Anissaras, Analipsis, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Hani, Amnissos, Karteros, Heraklion (port), Amoudara (Gazi, Heraklion), Lygaria, Agia Pelagia. [Check the pick-up table list below to find out which is the most convenient pick-up point & time, near your hotel]
Operating Days:
Every Saturday
Languages:
English, French, German: All days // Polish: Saturdays
Tour includes:
✔ Air-conditioned transportation with pick-up and drop-off services from your hotel or a nearby location
✔ Professional Driver
✔ The assistance of a tour escort throughout the tour
✔ Traditional Dinner (self-service buffet)
✔ Alcoholic Beverage (local wine)
✔ Local taxes are included in the tour package to avoid any additional charges
✔ Liability insurance coverage by ALLIANZ to ensure your safety and security during the tour
Extra Fees (not included in the price)
Extras payable on the spot: Souvenirs (optional)
Tour highlights:
• Walk through the streets of the Village
• Enjoy a bus drive through the countryside
• Experience Cretan Hospitality
• Watch a live dance show with Cretan dancers
• Enjoy a traditional meal, with local food and wine (for adults)
• Dance with locals and make this night an unforgettable experience
Essentials to have with you:
• Comfortable shoes
• Jackets
Direction:
Central Crete
Duration:
6 hours approximately - 50 km
Overview:
A night to remember…
Early in the evening under a star-studded sky in an open-air tavern surrounded by the scent of jasmine and the melodies of “LYRA” and “BOUZOUKI” at the ancient village of Karouzana, you will have the opportunity to take a glimpse of the rural life in a Cretan village by walking around this charming place.
After tasting the traditional local dishes and enjoying the fine wine, you will witness the grace of the Cretan dancers performing a variety of Cretan, Greek and folklore dances, dressed in their traditional costumes. Join them, to learn how to dance yourselves and, following their footsteps become “ZORBAS” for a night.
A perfect chance to enjoy yourselves in “Cretan Style”, taste traditional dishes, know a bit more about your hosts and keep this wonderful night in your memory forever.
Age Definition:
Adults: Over 12 years old (Full fare)
Children: 4-12 years old (50% discount)
Infants: 0-3 years old (Free of charge)
Booking Guiding Lines:
► Your Tour Language: Please check in the description which tour languages are available per day, and make sure your desired language is available on your chosen date
► Your Pick-up Point: Please check the list with all available pick-up points (and hours) from your area, on the table below
Pricing
This excursion includes in its price: Your transfer r/t from your hotel, entrance to the village, Dinner and free wine. The Adult Fare is applied to passengers of any age above 12 years old. The Child Fare applies to children between 4 and 12 years old (50% discount + extra's if chosen) and the Infant Fare to any child under 4 years old (Free of Charge // No seat reserved).
Pick-up Locations
Just to help you see which pick-up suits you best, here's a table of hotel accommodations and their nearest pick-ups:
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CRETAN NIGHT AT TRADITIONAL KAROUZANOS VILLAGE EXCURSION
Pickup timetable
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| Pick up Location |
Pick-up Time |
| Sissi |
05:35 PM |
| Nikos hotel - Filipidis S/M |
06:00 PM |
| Malia church |
06:10 PM |
| Malia Bay - Malia Park - Sirens |
06:00 PM |
| Drossia - Kernos Beach - Ikaros Village |
06:05 PM |
| Alexander - Ariadni |
06:10 PM |
| Cactus - I Resort |
06:10 PM |
| Mochos Cross (Bus Stop #29) |
06:15 PM |
| Stalis (Bus Stop #28) - Blue sea |
06:15 PM |
| Nana B/S - Mediterraneo |
06:20 PM |
| Belvedere - Eri bus stop |
06:30 PM |
| Silva Beach - Pela Maria |
06:30 PM |
| National Bank (Ethniki Bank) - Chalkiadakis S/M |
06:35 PM |
| Koutouloufari (Esperides Resort) |
06:40 PM |
| Piscopiano well (pigadi) |
06:40 PM |
| Mathioudakis (Kritikos S/M) - Albatros Corner - Creta Maris |
06:40 PM |
| Hersonissos Village (Hotel Accommodation) |
06:40 PM |
| Knossos Royal - Royal Mare - Annabelle |
06:45 PM |
| Cretan Village - Laguna - Chrissi Amoudia |
06:50 PM |
| Serita - Zorbas - Anissa - Bella - Lytos |
06:50 PM |
| Analipsi Beach Road |
06:50 PM |
| Analipsi Bus stop |
06:45 PM |
| Amirantes Bus stop |
06:40 PM |
| Gouves Beach Road |
06:30 PM |
| Gouves Cross - Lavris |
06:25 PM |
| Gournes church |
06:15 PM |
| Rinela - Hatzis |
06:15 PM |
| Knossos beach - Arina |
06:15 PM |
| Karteros - Amnsissos |
06:05 PM |
| Astoria Hotel - Galaxy Hotel06:05 PM |
05:55 PM |
| Heraklion port - 18 Agglon Sq. (Koules fortress roundabout) |
05:55 PM |
| Natural History Museum |
05:55 PM |
| Talos Plaza (outside Envy Cafe) |
05:55 PM |
| Giofyros (Meliriton) |
05:50 PM |
| Amoudara (Gazi) |
05:40 PM |
Lygaria: Pick-ups are available from any accommodation in Lygaria via shuttle service to the nearest bus pick-up.
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05:10 PM |
| Agia Pelagia: Pick-ups are available from any accommodation in Agia Pelagia via shuttle service to the nearest bus pick-up. |
05:10 PM |
LET US HELP! Please don't hesitate to contact us, in order to help you out choose the best pick-up that suits you best!
CANCELLATION
1. Customers who for any reason fail to participate in our excursions are obliged to inform us at least 24 hours in advance. Otherwise, no refund will be given. Cancelling at least 24 hours prior to departure, 100% full refund!
2. VisitCrete.com reserves the right to alter or cancel any tour, due to adverse weather conditions or, insufficient passenger number or, force majeure.
IMPORTANT INFO
► We do return money in case of bad weather (when the excursion is cancelled by the organizer tour operator).
► IMPORTANT: You need to be at least 10 minutes prior to your pick-up time at your pick-up point.
For further information or bookings please call at telephone No. (+30) 2810341560
Need HELP? Check if we are online & chat with us!
We LOVE to answer questions...
Cretan Night at Traditional Karouzanos Village
from: €48.00
Tour info
Accompanied service
Schedule
Evening Pick up: We will start collecting participants from pick-up points in the evening. Depending on the place of your hotel/apartment the bus drive will differ.
Bus Drive: 1 hour
1st stop: Karouzanos Village – 4 hours: After a beautiful drive through the mountains, we arrive at the little traditional village Karouzanos. Our participants, will have free time before the event starts in order to walk around the narrow streets and old neighborhoods of the village, take photos of the local life and enjoy the fantastic view to the Cretan mountains.
Dance Show - Dinner: Local musicians, local dancers will perform a show to our groups. Traditional Cretan food will be available on a self-service buffet for all as well as wine for all adults. Do not hesitate to experience a local dance with Cretan people and dancers that will make this night an unforgettable experience!
Bus Drive: 1 hour
End of the tour – Arrival at resorts: Embarkation in the buses and drive back to the hotels where we gathered participants earlier this evening. Depending on traffic and on the pick-up places of each one, the time of journey back to the hotel will differ.
Special offer
Description
Cretan Night at Traditional Karouzanos Village (Dinner Included)
Experience the Magic of the CRETAN NIGHT AT TRADITIONAL KAROUZANOS VILLAGE
Imagine a night where time slows down, and the essence of Crete comes alive. The Cretan Night at Traditional Karouzanos Village isn’t just an excursion—it’s a journey into the heart of Cretan culture. Nestled in the embrace of the island's rugged landscape, Karouzanos Village beckons you to experience an evening unlike any other.
As the sun dips below the horizon, painting the sky in hues of orange and pink, your adventure begins. The drive through the Cretan countryside, with its rolling hills and olive groves, sets the stage for the evening ahead. When you arrive at the village, the scent of jasmine mingles with the warm evening air, inviting you to step into a world where tradition is cherished and celebrated.
At the heart of the Cretan Folklore Show Night, you’ll find a feast for all your senses. Picture yourself walking through the village’s cobblestone streets, where each corner tells a story of times gone by. The architecture, the colors, and the welcoming smiles of the villagers create an atmosphere that is both nostalgic and vibrant.
The centerpiece of the evening is the open-air tavern, where you’ll be treated to a traditional Cretan dinner. As you savor dishes prepared with love and passed down through generations, the sound of the lyra and bouzouki fills the air, setting the rhythm for what’s to come. Local wine flows freely, adding to the warmth of the evening as you relax under the stars.
But the highlight of the night is the Cretan Folklore Show. As the dancers take the stage in their colorful costumes, you’ll be captivated by the grace and energy of the traditional dances. This is more than just a performance—it’s an invitation. As the music swells, you’ll be urged to join in, learning the steps that have been danced on this island for centuries. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or have two left feet, the joy and enthusiasm of the locals will have you dancing like Zorba himself.
This is your chance to live the true Cretan experience. To dance, to eat, to laugh, and to become part of a tradition that’s been passed down through generations. The Cretan Night at Traditional Karouzanos Village is not just an evening out—it’s a memory in the making.
Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Book your spot now, and get ready to immerse yourself in the Cretan way of life, where every night is a celebration of culture, community, and pure joy.
Pick-up's from:
Sissi, Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos (port), Koutouloufari, Piskopiano, Anissaras, Analipsis, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Hani, Amnissos, Karteros, Heraklion (port), Amoudara (Gazi, Heraklion), Lygaria, Agia Pelagia. [Check the pick-up table list below to find out which is the most convenient pick-up point & time, near your hotel]
Operating Days:
Every Saturday
Languages:
English, French, German: All days // Polish: Saturdays
Tour includes:
✔ Air-conditioned transportation with pick-up and drop-off services from your hotel or a nearby location
✔ Professional Driver
✔ The assistance of a tour escort throughout the tour
✔ Traditional Dinner (self-service buffet)
✔ Alcoholic Beverage (local wine)
✔ Local taxes are included in the tour package to avoid any additional charges
✔ Liability insurance coverage by ALLIANZ to ensure your safety and security during the tour
Extra Fees (not included in the price)
Extras payable on the spot: Souvenirs (optional)
Tour highlights:
• Walk through the streets of the Village
• Enjoy a bus drive through the countryside
• Experience Cretan Hospitality
• Watch a live dance show with Cretan dancers
• Enjoy a traditional meal, with local food and wine (for adults)
• Dance with locals and make this night an unforgettable experience
Essentials to have with you:
• Comfortable shoes
• Jackets
Direction:
Central Crete
Duration:
6 hours approximately - 50 km
Overview:
A night to remember…
Early in the evening under a star-studded sky in an open-air tavern surrounded by the scent of jasmine and the melodies of “LYRA” and “BOUZOUKI” at the ancient village of Karouzana, you will have the opportunity to take a glimpse of the rural life in a Cretan village by walking around this charming place.
After tasting the traditional local dishes and enjoying the fine wine, you will witness the grace of the Cretan dancers performing a variety of Cretan, Greek and folklore dances, dressed in their traditional costumes. Join them, to learn how to dance yourselves and, following their footsteps become “ZORBAS” for a night.
A perfect chance to enjoy yourselves in “Cretan Style”, taste traditional dishes, know a bit more about your hosts and keep this wonderful night in your memory forever.
Age Definition:
Adults: Over 12 years old (Full fare)
Children: 4-12 years old (50% discount)
Infants: 0-3 years old (Free of charge)
Booking Guiding Lines:
► Your Tour Language: Please check in the description which tour languages are available per day, and make sure your desired language is available on your chosen date
► Your Pick-up Point: Please check the list with all available pick-up points (and hours) from your area, on the table below
Pricing
This excursion includes in its price: Your transfer r/t from your hotel, entrance to the village, Dinner and free wine. The Adult Fare is applied to passengers of any age above 12 years old. The Child Fare applies to children between 4 and 12 years old (50% discount + extra's if chosen) and the Infant Fare to any child under 4 years old (Free of Charge // No seat reserved).
Pick-up Locations
Just to help you see which pick-up suits you best, here's a table of hotel accommodations and their nearest pick-ups:
CRETAN NIGHT AT TRADITIONAL KAROUZANOS VILLAGE EXCURSION
Pickup timetable
LET US HELP! Please don't hesitate to contact us, in order to help you out choose the best pick-up that suits you best!
CANCELLATION
1. Customers who for any reason fail to participate in our excursions are obliged to inform us at least 24 hours in advance. Otherwise, no refund will be given. Cancelling at least 24 hours prior to departure, 100% full refund!
2. VisitCrete.com reserves the right to alter or cancel any tour, due to adverse weather conditions or, insufficient passenger number or, force majeure.
IMPORTANT INFO
► We do return money in case of bad weather (when the excursion is cancelled by the organizer tour operator).
► IMPORTANT: You need to be at least 10 minutes prior to your pick-up time at your pick-up point.
For further information or bookings please call at telephone No. (+30) 2810341560
Need HELP? Check if we are online & chat with us!
We LOVE to answer questions...
Additional information
HER – Agia Pelagia, HER – Amnissos, HER – Amoudara (Gazi), HER – Analipsis, HER – Anissaras, HER – Gournes, HER – Gouves, HER – Heraklion City, HER – Hersonissos, HER – Karteros, HER – Kokkini Hani, HER – Koutouloufari, HER – Lygaria, HER – Malia, HER – Piskopiano, HER – Stalis, LAS – Sissi
AG.PEL: Alexander House Hotel (Main Road), AG.PEL: Ambelos Apts. (Main Road), AG.PEL: Bella Vista Hotel (Main Road), AG.PEL: Blue Bay (Reception), AG.PEL: Blue Bay Resort Hotel (Main Road), AG.PEL: EKO – Ag. Pelagia Gas Station, AG.PEL: Happy Cretan (Main Road), AG.PEL: Irida Hotel Apartments (Main Road), AG.PEL: Laundry, AG.PEL: My hotel (add it in the comments), AG.PEL: Nicolas Villas, AG.PEL: Out Of The Blue Resort (Entrance), AG.PEL: Panorama (Main Road), AG.PEL: Pela Mare Ag. Pelagia, AG.PEL: Peninsula Resort & Spa (Main Road), AG.PEL: Sea Side Resort & Spa (Reception), AG.PEL: Shell Gas Station, AMNIS: AKS Minoa Palace (Main Road), AMOUD: Agapi Beach (Main Road – Taxi Station), AMOUD: Apollonia Beach Resort & Spa (Main Road – Bus Stop), AMOUD: Candia Maris (Main Road), AMOUD: Creta Beach (Main Road), AMOUD: Dessole Dolphin Bay Resort, AMOUD: Neptuno Beach Resort (Main Road – Bus Stop), AMOUD: Roxani Hotel, AMOUD: Santa Marina (Main Road), AMOUD: Shell Gas Station, ANALPS: Analipsis church, ANALPS: Anthoula Village Hotel (Main Road), ANALPS: Atlantica Caldera Palace (Main Road), ANALPS: Europa Beach Hotel, ANALPS: Golden Star Hotel, ANALPS: Stella Village Hotel & Bungalows (Beach Main Road), ANISSR: Aldemar Knossos Royal (Main Road), ANISSR: Anissa Beach & Village Hotel, ANISSR: Annabelle Beach Resort, ANISSR: Bella Beach Hotel (Main Road), ANISSR: Chrissi Ammoudia Hotel (main road), ANISSR: Galini Hotel (Main Road), ANISSR: Kosta Mare Palace Resort & Spa, ANISSR: Laguna Resort & Spa (Reception), ANISSR: Lyttos Beach Hotel (Main Road), ANISSR: Mitsis Cretan Village (Reception), ANISSR: Mitsis Royal Mare Thalasso & Spa Resort (Main Road), ANISSR: Paradise Island Villas – (Crossroad), ANISSR: Serita Beach Hotel (Main Road), ANISSR: Zorbas Village Hotel, GOURN: Gournes Church, GOUVES: Amirandes Grecotel Exclusive Resort (Bus Stop), GOUVES: Aphrodite Beach Club (Beach Road), GOUVES: EKO Gas Station – (Lavris), GOUVES: Gouves Church, GOUVES: Hotel Diogenis Blue Palace (Beach Road), GOUVES: Marina Beach Resort (Beach Road), GOUVES: The Island Hotel (Beach Road), HERAKL: Capsis Astoria Hotel, HERAKL: Galaxy Hotel, HERAKL: Koules Fortress / 18 Agglon Sq. (Roundabout), HERAKL: Natural History Museum, HERAKL: Talos Plaza (outside ENVY cafe), HERSON: Albatros Spa Resort Hotel (Corner), HERSON: Creta Maris Beach Resort (Bus Stop), HERSON: Hersonissos Village, HERSON: Mediterraneo (Main Road), HERSON: National Bank, HERSON: Pela Maria Hotel (Bus Stop #22), HERSON: Royal Belvedere Bus Stop / Eris Bus Stop, HERSON: S/M Chalkiadakis, HERSON: S/M Mathioudakis, HERSON: Silva Beach, KARTER: Karteros Corner, KOKHAN: Arina Beach Resort (Main Road – Bus Stop #2), KOKHAN: Knossos Beach Bungalows & Suites (Main Road), KOKHAN: Rinela Beach Resort & Spa (Main Road), KOKHAN: S/M Hatzis (Bus Stop #4), KOKHAN: Shotels Sunset Beach Hotel, KOUTL: Esperides Resort Crete, LYGAR: Angel Hotel (Main Road), LYGAR: Bellevue – National Road (Sign), LYGAR: CHC Athina Palace Resort & Spa (Reception), LYGAR: Lygaria (Main Road), LYGAR: My hotel (add it in the comments), MALIA: Amvrosia Hotel (Main Road), MALIA: Drossia, MALIA: Ikaros Village Hotel (Main Road), MALIA: Kernos Beach Hotel (Main Road), MALIA: Main Church (St. Nektarios / Taxi Rank), MALIA: Malia Bay Hotel, MALIA: Malia Park Hotel (Main Road), MALIA: McDonalds Fastfood, MALIA: Nikos Hotel, MALIA: S/M Filipidis, MALIA: Sirens Hotel (Main Road), PISKOP: Pigadi Piskopiano (Well), SISSI: Bella Vista Apartments (Main Road), SISSI: Castello Village Resort (Main Road), SISSI: Grecotel Meli Palace (Main Road), SISSI: Kalimera Kriti Hotel & Village (Main Road), SISSI: Maritimo Beach Hotel (Main Road), SISSI: Sissi Bay (Main Road), SISSI: Sissi Church, SISSI: Sissi Mare Apartments (Main Road), STALIS: Alexander Beach Hotel & Village, STALIS: Blue Sea Beach Hotel, STALIS: Cactus Royal Spa Hotel, STALIS: I Resort Beach Hotel & Spa (main road entrance), STALIS: Mochos Cross Road (Bus Stop #29), STALIS: Nana Beach, STALIS: Stalis (Bus Stop #28)
Traditional Village Kato Karouzanos
Folklore Show
English, French, German, Polish
Half Day
May, June, July, August, September, October
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