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From Rethymno: Full-Day Knossos And Heraklion with free time

25 Reviews 4.16 out of 5 stars Based on 25 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Chania, Greece
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Take a 1-day bus excursion from Rethymno to Knossos, and visit the Palace of Knossos, the Archaeological Museum, the city of Heraklion and more!After we pick you up from your hotel at our pick up points our escort will fill you in with imformation about our trip.Upon arrival at the Palace of Knossos you will have about 2 hours free time.Entrance fee for Knossos Palace  and Archeological museum : 16€ (children up to 12 years pay 8 euros). To be paid upon arrival.After our tour in Knossos we drive you to the city center of Heraklion where you have time to visit either the archaeological museum of Heraklion or have lunch and admire the capital of Crete. You have approximately 2 hours free time.While returning we will make a 20 minute stop for a refreshment and then we will be back at Rethymno about 18:30 p.m

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Hotel pick-up & drop off Panormo,Scaleta,Adele,Platania,Rethymno town,Stavromeno,Sfakaki&Atsipopoulo
  • Archaeological Museum (child 18 free,over 65 discounted)
  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses
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Departure Point: • Hotel pick-up (in Panormo, Scaleta, Adele, Platanias, Missiria, Rethymno town Sfakaki, Stavromenos and Atsipopoulo) You'll receive specific pickup information in a separate email from the local partner (please check your spam folder). All the pick ups from Rethymno old Town will be from the bus stop of church of four martyrs (4 martyres church).

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The Palace of Knossos

Enjoy a 1-day bus excursion from Rethymno to Knossos. Visit the Palace of Knossos, the Archaeological Museum, the city of Heraklion and more.Following pick-up from your hotel in Rethymno approximately 08:00, travel along the northern coast of Crete by comfortable bus. Make your way to the archaeological site of Knossos, where King Minos built his palace. Get a 2-hour guided tour of the monument, designed by Daedalus in such an intriguing way that no visitor was said to find their way out without the help of a guide!Journey through the incredible history of King Minos and the Minoan civilization, and hear about some of the legends of Crete at what was once the island's largest palace.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Heraklion

Afterward, rejoin the bus which will bring you to the heart of the capital city of Crete, Heraklion. Take the chance to visit the archaeological museum, where you can see and learn about the Minoan period while accompanied by your guide. Finally, enjoy 2 hours of free time to explore the busy and lively city of Heraklion, have Cretan lunch, and drink Raki.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • At the time of booking please mention your hotel name and location. You will be notified by email about the pickup point and time
  • Pickup begins up to 60 minutes before tour starts and is done from central meeting points near the hotels, only in the areas of Panormo, Scaleta, Adele, Platanias, Missiria, Rethymno town and Atsipopoulo
  • Infants will be seated with their parents on the bus and will not have their own seat

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From Rethymno: Full-Day Knossos And Heraklion with free time?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
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The following is included:
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Fuel surcharge.
  • Hotel pick-up & drop off Panormo,Scaleta,Adele,Platania,Rethymno town,Stavromeno,Sfakaki&Atsipopoulo.
  • At Private Tour with minivan Guide in English , German and French is Optional Only if Selected.
  • Guide in The Bus English , German and French(Mon-Thu).
The following is NOT included:
  • Archaeological Museum (child 18 free,over 65 discounted).
  • Food and drinks.
  • Personal expenses.
  • No pickup from remote hotels such as Grand Rimondi (pick up is from Creta star bus stop).
  • The Palace of Knossos.
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Accessibility information for the From Rethymno: Full-Day Knossos And Heraklion with free time is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Hotel pick-up & drop off Panormo,Scaleta,Adele,Platania,Rethymno town,Stavromeno,Sfakaki&Atsipopoulo
  • At Private Tour with minivan Guide in English , German and French is Optional Only if Selected
  • Guide in The Bus English , German and French(Mon-Thu)
  • Archaeological Museum (child 18 free,over 65 discounted)
  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • No pickup from remote hotels such as Grand Rimondi (pick up is from Creta star bus stop)
  • The Palace of Knossos

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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • Pickup begins up to 60 minutes before tour starts and is done from central meeting points near the hotels, only in the areas of Panormo, Scaleta, Adele, Platanias, Missiria, Rethymno town and Atsipopoulo
  • Infants will be seated with their parents on the bus and will not have their own seat
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