Crete private tour: Knossos Palace and Heraklion Town
Private half day tour, from Heraklion port or Heraklion town hotels, with licensed guide and deluxe minivan to visit Knossos Palace and archaeological site and Heraklion town.
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Crete private tour: Knossos Palace and Heraklion Town
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What's included in Crete private tour: Knossos Palace and Heraklion Town
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
The Palace of Knossos
Begin your journey at the Palace of Knossos, the largest Bronze Age archaeological site in Crete and the center of the Minoan civilization. Explore the ancient ruins that date back over 4,000 years, where myths and history blend together. • Highlights: o The Throne Room, believed to be the seat of King Minos. o The Grand Staircase and its impressive architectural design. o The Frescoes, featuring vibrant artwork like the "Prince of the Lilies" and the "Dolphin Fresco." o The Labyrinth, associated with the legendary Minotaur and the myth of Theseus and Ariadne. Enjoy a guided tour that brings the past to life with fascinating stories and insights into the Minoan culture, their advanced engineering, and daily life.
Heraklion
Right after visitors walk around the city to see the Venetian buildings and castle, the impressive Cathedral, the fountains and the open street market.
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- Private tour
- Hotels pickup and drop-off (Heraklion town only)
- Transport by private vehicle
- There is a supplement charge for pick up and drop off from other locations.
- Heraklion Port pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees to the Knossos Palace
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Additional Information
Free pick up from centrally located hotels in Heraklion town
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• If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made
