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Knossos palace private tour (with Transfer from Heraklion)

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Knossos palace private tour (with Transfer from Heraklion)

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Private tour

Duration: 2 hours
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Free cancellation
Pickup included

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USD 428.2

For KrisFlyer members only

Highlights

Step beyond a standard visit and discover Knossos through a carefully crafted private journey that blends mythology, history, and seamless service.
From the moment you are picked up at your hotel, residence, or Heraklion port, every detail is thoughtfully arranged for comfort and ease. A short 30minute drive brings you directly to the legendary Palace of Knossos, one of Europe’s oldest and most captivating archaeological sites.
With skip-the-line access and a licensed expert guide, you experience the palace as it was meant to be: not simply ruins, but a living story. Walk through the Throne Room, royal quarters, and ceremonial spaces while uncovering the myths of King Minos and the Labyrinth, alongside the remarkable achievements of the Minoan civilization.
Unlike large cruise excursions, this private experience offers a relaxed pace, engaging storytelling, and the freedom to fully immerse yourself without feeling rushed. The result is a smooth, enriching journey from start to finish.

Itinerary

  • Knossos Archaeological Site

    1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    Visit the Mythical Palace of Knossos of King Minos and Labyrinth home to the Minotaur. Private walking tour at Knossos palace with a Licensed Tourist Guide. Skip the ticket line to enter Knossos Palace. Transfer to the palace of Knossos for easy access. Learn about the history of the Minoan Civilization, probably the oldest one on the European continent. Knossos, a complex of more than 1500 interlocking rooms, was an astonishing palace, built for a mighty king of the Bronze Age. As you wander through the labyrinthine ruins, you will have the chance to see the original throne of "Minos", the mystifying sanctuaries, the luxurious domestic quarters of the royal family, the once upon a time bursting with Crete’s treasures pantries and the astonishing water-management systems! Knossos is considered Europe’s oldest city.

What's included

INCLUDED

Skip-the-ticket-line service, to avoid the queue at the ticket counter
Licensed tour guide for a guided tour in a small group at the Knossos Palace
Entry ticket for the Knossos Palace, general admission fee (20 EUR)
Hotel pickup and drop-off service from Heraklion city (if selected as an add-on, per person)
Original reseller of service - authorized travel agent
All fees and taxes (VAT 24% etc.)

NOT INCLUDED

Gratuities

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Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Location

Provider

Experience Travel Crete Tours and Activities

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