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Group sizeUp to 30 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Discover the ancient Palace of Knossos and city of Heraklion while on this 9-hour full-day tour. Accompanied by a professional guide, learn about the temple and Minoan palace of Knosses. Enjoy free time in Heraklion to explore the streets and tour the local museum before returning to your Rethimno accommodations.
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What's included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Air-conditioned vehicle
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Entrance 20 euro/person
What to expect
The Palace of Knossos
2h
Begin the trip to Knossos Palace with pickup from your hotel. From there, proceed eastwards to Knossos, where upon your arrival, you will walk through the area for approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. It contains the largest of the Minoan palaces that have been partially restored. The ruins and rebuilt parts belong to the last and largest Minoan Palace, the labyrinth of Knossos. View the impressive murals and throne of King Minos.
Heraklion
2h
Next, head over to Heraklion city to start your 2-hour experience in the city. The town of Heraklion is the largest urban center of Crete, the capital of the region of Crete and the economic center of the island. Since the Minoan period, the town of Heraklion became the host of varied cultures and civilizations whose indelible marks are visible in the form of fountains, castles, walls, palaces and other monuments. Enjoy free time to have lunch, shop or visit the Archaeological Museum. At 4:00pm, you will board the bus and go back to your hotels about 6:00pm.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
You will receive your voucher with all details (pick up time, pick up date) one day before the tour.
Additional information
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
All travelers can participate
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
