Crete Shore Trip & Knossos Palace from Heraklion (Iraklion) Port

From EUR 49

4.67

9 reviews

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Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

Experience the best of Crete with this fascinating shore excursion, perfect for cruise passengers docking at the Heraklion Port. Upon your arrival, you'll be greeted by our experienced team, ready to guide you through an unforgettable day.

Our passionate local guide, with deep knowledge of Crete's history and culture, will lead you to the Palace of Knossos, the island's most significant archaeological site. Explore the ancient ruins and hear fascinating stories of the Minoan civilization and the legend of the Minotaur.

Afterward, head to Heraklion’s Old Town. Enjoy free time to explore at your own pace—whether you want to taste local specialties, shop for traditional crafts, or simply take in the historic ambiance, there's something for everyone.

Finally, return to the port, with ample time to board your cruise ship. This tour is carefully planned to match your ship’s schedule, ensuring a stress-free, enriching experience.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Round-trip transfer to/from Heraklion Port

Full refund if your ship cannot dock

Guaranteed return to ship on time

Professional local English-speaking tour guide

Modern, comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle

24/7 Customer support, assistance with other arrangements and tours

Gratuities

Entry ticket to Knossos Palace (20 EUR per person, paid on the spot)

Food and drinks

Other entrance fees (none will be required)

Options

Shared ShorEx

Private Full-Day Tour

Private Tour : This tour includes a private guide and vehicle for the duration of 6 hours.
Duration: 6 hours: This tour last approximetly 6 hours.
Knossos & Heraklion Tour: This option covers a visit to the Knossos Palace and the Heraklion City, with a private local guide, driver and vehicle.

Shared Tour - without Knossos

Knossos Palace closed: Please note the Knossos Palace will be closed so instead this tour will also visit Arolithos.
Arolithos: Traditional Village, where you can visit the Folklore Museum, explore Cretan craftsmanship, and enjoy live Cretan music

Private Half-Day Tour

Private Tour : This tour includes a private guide and vehicle for the duration of 4 hours.
Duration: 4 hours: This tour lasts approximetly 4 hours.
Knossos & Heraklion Tour: This option covers a visit to the Knossos Palace and the Heraklion City, with a private local guide, driver and vehicle.

Shared Tour

Reviews

4.67

9 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Our guide was wonderful....
Jinny J,
May 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Our guide was wonderful. She took great care of us and always found a place in the shade for us to stand as she told us about the ruins.
Easter in Crete!
Chelsea B,
May 3, 2025
- Viator
4.00
Our tour guide and driver were fantastic. Since it was Easter the palace was closed it was made very clear before booking that the tour would be different. Instead of the Palace tour, we would see Folk dancing at the second stop. Not a problem as it was a huge holiday and they were very transparent. Our guide gave us the schedule when we got to the second stop and unfortunately the only restaurant was reservation only with a prix fixe menu as it was Easter, which was nothing that could have been foreseen by the tour operator. So we grabbed snacks at a shop to wait for the folk dancing show an hour later. Except when that time came they would not let our tour watch the folk dancing show, only the cruise specific tour. Our tour operator argued to the best of her ability as we had been promised as part of our tour this, and they wouldn’t budge. So we left. That was a huge bummer, and part of the reason I wouldn’t give this specific tour 5 stars.
This tour was excellent. ...
TJ C,
Apr 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This tour was excellent. Driver and guide made it personal, offering options beyond the online description. Iskander, our guide, spoke excellent English and created a broad historical background for the sights we were viewing. Our small party had a 15 passenger van to ourselves.
Palace
Matt H,
Mar 18, 2025
- Viator
4.00
Good! Informative! New small bus that was hard to get around in. Thank you for the time. Good pastry’s in the old town.