Knossos Palace- Archaeological Museum and Heraklion City Private Tour
On this excursion, you have the opportunity to visit the excavation sites of the Palace of Knossos, built in 2000 BC. Knossos was the prosperous Minoan Capital and the residence of King Minos. Some believe that the intricate Palace with its many rooms was the mythical labyrinth. By discovering the site not too long ago, archaeologists found the first of all advanced civilizations in Europe. Archeological Museum: The tour is followed by a visit to the Museum of Heraklion, where you can see the largest collection of Minoan findings from Crete. Heraklion city: There will be time to visit the market, the shops and have lunch and a visit to the Venetian port of Heraklion and the old castle Koules is built on two tiers and offers a commanding view of Heraklion from the battlements. Walking in the old town, we reach St. Titus' Cathedral, an impressive sight. The Loggia is a wonderful example of a Venetian building
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From Chania 1-4 pax
Pickup included
What's included in Knossos Palace- Archaeological Museum and Heraklion City Private Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
The Palace of Knossos
The palace was first built during the Neolithic period, but it saw its greatest expansion during the Minoan period. Knossos was the largest and most important palace of the Minoan civilization.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
The Heraklion Archaeological Museum is regarded as one of Europe’s most important museums hosting unique samples of Cretan archaeology. The museum brings together archaeological finds from all over Crete, covering over 5500 years of the island’s history
Heraklion is the capital of Crete and one of the Mediterranean region's most fascinating and vibrant cities. It is full of places to discover.
Inclusions
- Liability Insurance
- English Speaking Driver
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private Transportation
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- Entrance fees
- Guide
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please notice that extra charges may apply per person or in total of the group for pick-ups from hotels- villas- airbnb outside the proximity of our tour selected pick route. In that case we can provide round trip transfer for customer(s) convenience ad-hoc quoted as per location of customer(s)' property.
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Please arrive at the pick up point 20 minutes before departure time.
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Please contact MTM DMC at least 24 hours before the travel date to provide hotel details and arrange pickup. Upon your pick up, please present your voucher to our driver for your activity.
