Heraklion half-day tour: Knossos Palace, Museum, and Wine Tasting

4 hours 30 minutes • Free CancellationPickup availableInstant confirmationPrivate tourGuided • Operated by MOYSIDIS TRAVEL

Why we love it?

This half-day tour in Heraklion offers a blend of ancient history and local culture, making it ideal for history enthusiasts and wine lovers alike. Participants will explore the renowned Palace of Knossos, the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete, before visiting the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, which houses an impressive collection of Minoan artifacts. The experience concludes with a wine tasting at the Scalarea Estate, where guests can sample local varieties and learn about Cretan winemaking traditions. With comfortable transportation and a knowledgeable guide included, this tour provides a comprehensive overview of Crete's rich heritage and culinary delights.
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Inclusions

  • Pick up/drop off at your hotel.
  • Comfortable vehicle with a professional driver.
  • Water from the springs of the White Mountains “Samaria”, in bottles.
  • Accompaniment by a professional guide.
  • All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions

  • Personal expenses, drinks, lunch / dinner.
  • Entrance tickets
  • Wine Tasting of 5 Cretan and Greek Wines.
  • Customary tips for your drivers, guides, and escorts.

Itinerary

Heraklion Archaeological Museum

The day begins with a visit to the legendary Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, featuring the most extensive Minoan collection worldwide. Ten halls showcase rare exhibits such as golden jewelry, exquisite ceramics, unique vessels and containers, and, of course, the Minoan frescoes, those unique creations that express a pandemonium of color, movement and symbolize a tribute to life itself, are only of the few elements that make up for the oldest frescoes ever found in Europe.

Knossos Palace

Next, you will visit the mythical palace of King Minos, the legendary son of Zeus and Europa, who ruled in the prehistoric era on his magical island.

Scalarea Estate (Boutari Winery Crete)

Finally, we conclude the tour by visiting the winery, as Cretan wines are a top product which has been increasingly exported from Crete in recent years.

The indigenous grape varieties have been producing their unique flavor and aroma for the past 4,000 years, and are sometimes blended with some of the most famous grape varieties in the world.

Includes
A great introduction in Cretan and Greek wines catered to you by Hosts as you follow a path through the vineyards, the Production Area and the Cellar of the winery. Following the tour you will enjoy a Wine Tasting of 5 different labels by Boutari Winery, from vineyards all over Greece, thus discovering several Indigenous grapes of Greece, accompanied with a complimentary amuse bouche.

Highlights
• Winery Tour
• Visit Vineyard and Cellar of the Winery
• Wine Tasting of 5 Cretan and Greek Wines

Please Note

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Important to have: Comfortable shoes, Comfortable clothes, Sunglasses, and Hat Money for souvenirs, drinks, lunch/dinner.
  • Health issues: If any participant suffers from any severe allergy (e.g. to bee stings, food allergies/intolerances) or has medical/health issues we need to be aware of, it is important to let us know in advance. This is clearly a safety measure, personal information is by no means violated and we exercise all discretion.
  • Health Insurance: Moysidis Travel is covered by Professional Liability Insurance. Each participant is advised to take out health/travel insurance before travelling to Crete. Private pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, villa, cruise, or any other point in the Chania, Rethymno, Heraklion area. Pick-up time is flexible and upon your final confirmation.

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Infant seats available

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start

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