Knossos Palace & Heraklion City Tour From Heraklion
Why we love it?
The Knossos Palace & Heraklion City Tour offers a comprehensive exploration of Crete's rich history and vibrant culture. Lasting seven hours, this guided experience is ideal for history enthusiasts and travelers seeking to delve into ancient Greek civilization. Participants will visit the iconic ruins of the Knossos Palace, believed to be the legendary labyrinth of King Minos, before exploring the bustling streets of Heraklion. The tour includes transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring comfort throughout the day, along with professional drivers to provide insights into the region's heritage. This tour stands out for its combination of archaeological significance and local urban life, providing a well-rounded perspective of Crete.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional Driver
- Liability insurance coverage by ALLIANZ
Exclusions
- Knossos Palace Ticket: 20€
- Food/Drinks
Itinerary
Step 1
Visit Knossos, the mythical labyrinth and ancient capital of Minoan Crete, 5000years ago. Our participants will enter the Archaeological Site with our Representative in order to attend a Guided Tour for about 1 hour & 20 minutes and then enjoy some free time to take photos and admire the historic Minoan place.
Step 2
Visit the capital of the Region and enjoy a guided tour in the center and the historical part of Heraklion, followed by 2 hours and 30minutes free time at the old market, the city center or visiting the archaeological museum. Participants will have plenty of time to walk, do some souvenir shopping or just take photos.
Optional: Archaeological Museum of Heraklion
For those who wish to visit the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, the choice is optional and will be without a guide as the Covid Regulation for visiting the museum as a group makes the procedure complicated and time consuming for the participants.
Note: the remaining hour is for transportation - Bus drive is 1 hour to arrive to Knossos palace, 30 min from Knossos Palace to City Center and 1 hour for return.
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infant seats unavailable
- You will receive the voucher with all details ( pick up time, pick up place) one day before your tour.
Know Before You Go
- Infants must sit on laps
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 1 day before start
Non-refundable after 1 day before start
