Private Guided Tour to Knossos Palace, Arch. Museum & Heraklion
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Heraklion, Greece
6 to 8 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
and 4 more
French, German, Italian, Greek
Overview
Crete is an island full of treasures you need a lifetime to discover.
It is also one of the safest places in the world.
With this tour you get in touch with the rich Cretan History, the famous Cretan Hospitality, the local Culture, the Cretan Cuisine, which is the base of the Mediterranean Diet.
This tour is suitable for visitors with the cruise ships also. It is a private tour and you can decide, where to stop and how much time to spend on each place.
With the help of our Experienced Professional Licensed Tourist Guide, who will be with you during the whole tour, you will travel back in time, as far as the 7th Millennium BC, visiting the Palace of Knossos and the Archaeological Museum. Then you will explore the Old Town of Heraklion and admire the signs of all the different civilizations that stopped by the island through the ages.
With this tour you take home nice feelings, beautiful impressions and you look forward to come back.
What's Included
- Bottled water Fridge with cold bottled water, other refreshments available on request
- Baby or Booster car seat available on request
- Private transportation with Mini Van for up to 6 persons
- Liability Insurance
- Experienced Professional Licensed Tourist Guide
- Meals Meals, coffees and any other drinks are not included.
- Entrance fee for Heraklion Archaelogical Museum 20€ per person unless you are eligible for deduction
- Entrance fee for The Palace of Knossos 20€ per person unless you are eligible for deduction
- Transportation with a luxury mini bus for more than 6 person can be arranged at an extra cost
- Professional Licensed Tourist Guide on other language can be arranged on request
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup point
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Pickup details
We pick up all travelers from their location at the arranged time. Pick up travelers living outside the range of 10 miles from Heraklion city can be arranged at an extra cost.
What To Expect
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The Palace of Knossos
THE MAGNIFICENT PALACE OF COLOURS
Wander in the footsteps of the Minoans, visiting the oldest and most important monument of Europe. The construction of Knossos Palace sets the pattern of organization in Crete and Greece too. It implies a peaceful period of great wealth, prosperity and concentration of authorities both political and religious. It was the center of administration of the entire island during Minoan times. Its position is such that allowed unprecedented growth and prosperity as witnessed by the plethora of storage magazines, workshops, and wall paintings. The elegant wall frescoes, which decorated the halls, speak of people who approached the subtleties of life and the splendor of nature with a joyous disposition. The Palace radiates a joyous exuberance through the elaborate architectural planes and volumes that were clustered around the central courtyard. Our Professional Licensed Tourist Guide will make this visit an unforgettable experience.
Admission 20 euros
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
TRAVEL BACK IN TIME
Let history unfold before your eyes visiting the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion with more than 15.000 exhibits. It is one of the oldest and the largest museums in Greece. Telling the story of Crete brings to life, a chronological span from the Neolithic period (7000 BC) to the Roman Empire (320 AD). It houses findings from all over Crete. It is among the most important museums in Europe and the whole world. It is also the best in the world for the Minoan Culture. It contains by far the richest and complete collection of Minoan masterpieces. The Minoan findings are unique. Wander through the 27 halls, with our Guide and learn about the evolution of local pottery from the Neolithic period to Minoan period elaborate forms, the every day life and their favorite sports. Admire the Kamares ware, the famous "LA PARISIENNE" and "LILLY PRINCE" frescoes. Discover the secrets of the King Minos ring, the Golden Bee etc. Meet the famous SNAKE GODDESSES and many more.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Heraklion
THE CITY THROUGH THE AGES
It is not a coincidence that for centuries was the metropolitan city of the island and still holds the scepter. It has kept the tradition of one of the most attractive cities in Mediterranean. Due to its strategic location a lot of different civilizations have left their signs. The magnificent wall of the Venetian period was over 3 miles long. Its construction began in 1426 and it's the largest fortification project in the Mediterranean. The construction of the strong medieval fortifications that have survived to this day took over 150 years. The fortification had four gates.
Loggia, Piazza Dei Signori, Morozini fountain, St Marcus Basilica, Ruga Maistra, Palazzo del Capitan Generale, Armeria, the Huge Walls of the Great Venetian Fortification, Efkafi, Behi Sekeria Mansion, Bon Marche, St Titus Church, St Minas Cathedral and many other beautiful monuments, standing until today, are waiting for you to admire while wandering around the old town with the guide.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Heraklion Central Market
Finally you will have free time to enjoy your visit in Heraklion city. The city is alive all year round, day and night. Offers many interesting activities and a pleasant every day life to all ages and interests. You can have Greek coffee at the nice coffee shops, taste the traditional bougatsa in the city center, have lunch at the nice fish tavernas by the old Venetian Harbor or at traditional restaurants, go for shopping in the rich market with plenty of shops around the city center. The market has almost everything. All local Cretan products are delivering outstanding results in health of the people all over the world. The Cretan cuisine holds one of the secrets of good health and longevity.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Any health problems or any disabilities should be discussed before booking the tour
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- The tour is available for travelers on wheelchair except Knossos Palace where only part of the Palace is accessible to wheelchairs. The vehicles aren't configured for wheelchairs and any disability should be discused before booking the tour.
- The Professional Licensed Tourist Guide takes care for the tickets for you and you don't have to wait on the line for Knossos Palace and for the Archaelogical Museum.
- The tour can be arranged with an English or German or Italian or French or Greek speaking Professional Licensed Guide. Any other language upon request.
- The transportation is with a minivan up to 6 persons but can be arranged with a minibus for up to 11 persons at an extra cost
- This is a strictly private tour
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Guided Tour to Knossos Palace, Arch. Museum & Heraklion?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-253780P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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What is the cancellation policy for the Private Guided Tour to Knossos Palace, Arch. Museum & Heraklion?
A:Apr 2025
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).
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Bottled water. Fridge with cold bottled water, other refreshments available on request.
- Baby or Booster car seat available on request.
- Private transportation with Mini Van for up to 6 persons.
- Liability Insurance.
- Experienced Professional Licensed Tourist Guide.
The following is NOT included:
- Meals. Meals, coffees and any other drinks are not included.
- Entrance fee for Heraklion Archaelogical Museum 20€ per person unless you are eligible for deduction.
- Entrance fee for The Palace of Knossos 20€ per person unless you are eligible for deduction.
- Transportation with a luxury mini bus for more than 6 person can be arranged at an extra cost.
- Professional Licensed Tourist Guide on other language can be arranged on request.
Q:
What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Private Guided Tour to Knossos Palace, Arch. Museum & Heraklion is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Any health problems or any disabilities should be discussed before booking the tour
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Guided Tour to Knossos Palace, Arch. Museum & Heraklion will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Bottled waterFridge with cold bottled water, other refreshments available on request
- Baby or Booster car seat available on request
- Private transportation with Mini Van for up to 6 persons
- Liability Insurance
- Experienced Professional Licensed Tourist Guide
- MealsMeals, coffees and any other drinks are not included.
- Entrance fee for Heraklion Archaelogical Museum 20€ per person unless you are eligible for deduction
- Entrance fee for The Palace of Knossos 20€ per person unless you are eligible for deduction
- Transportation with a luxury mini bus for more than 6 person can be arranged at an extra cost
- Professional Licensed Tourist Guide on other language can be arranged on request
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Any health problems or any disabilities should be discussed before booking the tour
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- The tour is available for travelers on wheelchair except Knossos Palace where only part of the Palace is accessible to wheelchairs. The vehicles aren't configured for wheelchairs and any disability should be discused before booking the tour.
- The Professional Licensed Tourist Guide takes care for the tickets for you and you don't have to wait on the line for Knossos Palace and for the Archaelogical Museum.
- The tour can be arranged with an English or German or Italian or French or Greek speaking Professional Licensed Guide. Any other language upon request.
- The transportation is with a minivan up to 6 persons but can be arranged with a minibus for up to 11 persons at an extra cost
- This is a strictly private tour
- Operated by a business
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