Rethymno-Chania & BALI: Private Knossos and Heraklion Guided Tour


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Extra Charges $17.06

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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 8 hours

Departs: Heraklion, Heraklion

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

Overview

Journey Private back in time and visit the Minoan palace at Knossos on a day trip from Rethymno or Chania with Mercedes Vito. Learn more about the ancient civilization at the Heraklion Archaeological Museum.

Following pick-up from your hotel in Rethymno or Chania, travel along the northern coast of Crete by comfortable bus. Make your way to the archaeological site of Knossos, where King Minos built his palace. Get a 2-hour guided tour of the monument, designed by Daedalus in such an intriguing way that no visitor was said to find their way out without the help of a guide!

Journey through the incredible history of King Minos and the Minoan civilization, and hear about some of the legends of Crete at what was once the island's largest palace.

Then, drive to the ancient city of Heraklion to take a tour of the Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Get some free time at the city center before the return journey to Rethymno or Chania.


What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

At Private Tour with minivan Guide in English , German and French is Optional Only if Selected

Fuel surcharge

Hotel pick-up Chania areas Panormo, Scaleta, Adele, Platania,Misiria, Rethymno town & Atsipopoulo)

What's Not Included

Entrance fees Knossos Palace and Archaeological Museum (20+12 Euros)child 18 free,over 65 discounted

Food and drinks

Personal expenses


Traveler Information

  • INFANT: Age: 0 - 4
  • CHILD: Age: 5 - 11
  • YOUTH: Age: 12 - 17
  • ADULT: Age: 18 - 99

Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Pickup begins up to 15 minutes before tour starts and is done from central meeting points near the hotels, only in the areas of Panormo, Scaleta, Adele, Platanias, Missiria, Rethymno town, Atsipopoulo, Kavros and Georgioupoli
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Pickup begins up to 15 minutes before tour starts and is done from central meeting points near the hotels, only in the areas of Panormo, Scaleta, Adele, Platanias, Missiria, Rethymno town, Atsipopoulo, Kavros and Georgioupoli
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Cancellation Policy

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


What To Expect

The Palace of Knossos
Enjoy a 1-day bus excursion from Rethymno to Knossos. Visit the Palace of Knossos, the Archaeological Museum, the city of Heraklion and more.

Following pick-up from your hotel in Rethymno approximately 08:00, travel along the northern coast of Crete by comfortable bus. Make your way to the archaeological site of Knossos, where King Minos built his palace. Get a 2-hour guided tour of the monument, designed by Daedalus in such an intriguing way that no visitor was said to find their way out without the help of a guide!

Journey through the incredible history of King Minos and the Minoan civilization, and hear about some of the legends of Crete at what was once the island\'s largest palace.

Note: The rest of the time will be spent for transport to get from one place to the other.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Heraklion
Then, drive to the ancient city of Heraklion to take a tour of the Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Learn more about the island at what is considered to be one of the finest museums in the world dedicated to Minoan art with its many galleries of historic frescoes, jewelry, statues and more. Get some free time for coffee or lunch, and shop for souvenirs in the city center before the return journey to Rethymno.
The rest of the time will be spent for transport

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free






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