Private Tour
Knossos Palace of Crete with transportation 7h tour
Overview
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A unique tour to the ancient Crete!!!
The centre of Minoan civilization and capital of Minoan Crete lay 5km south of Heraklion The Minoan palace is the main site of interest at Knossos, an important city in antiquity, which was inhabited continuously from the Neolithic period until the 5th c. AD. The palace was built on the Kephala hill and had easy access to the sea and the Cretan interior. According to tradition, it was the seat of the wise king Minos. The Palace of Knossos is connected with thrilling legends, such as the myth of the Labyrinth, with the Minotaur, and the story of Daidalos and Ikaros.
Let us know if you need us to issue your tickets for site and we will be more than happy to do it for you!!!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Pick up/Drop off
FREE WiFi in the car
Proffecional driver + Fuel
***Licenced tour guide if option choosen***
Lunch
Tickets to Knossos/Museum
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
The Palace of Knossos
Tour of the palace of Knossos. (no professional guide included) Remarkable archeological remains in ancient Knossos. Visit of the Archaeological Museum (optional)
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
A visit to the archaeological museum of Heraklion is OPTIONAL according to available time for the cruise ship visitors.
Options
Knossos tour without guide
Duration: 7 hours
Mini-Van/SUV: Mini-van up to 8 people or SUV up to 3
Pickup included
Knossos tour with guide incl
Tourist guide in Knossos
Pickup included
With guide in Knossos Palace
Pickup included
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
So much better than the cruise ship's excursion options!
Ryan R,
Sep 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Safe, dependable, on time, courteous, knowledgeable driver and tour guides. Very enjoyable and a good price for the value! Kostas (Gus) and Helen were excellent. Highly recommend for a cruise port excursion or any activity you can dream up!
Wonderful tour and one of...
Nicole H,
Mar 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wonderful tour and one of the highlights of our whole trip. IF you are on a cruise ship and worried about getting back in time DON'T WORRY. We were back long before the ship was scheduled to leave at 3:30pm. This is a must do for history buffs!
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