Explore the legendary Palace of Knossos, the heart of Minoan civilization, with a licensed guide. Visit iconic landmarks, including the Little Palace and Royal Villa, then continue to the Heraklion Archaeological Museum to uncover Minoan treasures.
The Minoan Tour of Knossos Palace & Museum
The palace of Knossos, the epicenter of Minoan culture, reveals its grandeur and the remnants of a civilization potentially devastated by the eruption of the Santorini Volcano. Led by a professional licensed local guide, this meticulously crafted tour allows you to immerse yourself in the historical treasures of Knossos, including iconic landmarks such as The Palace of Knossos, the Little Palace, the Royal Villa, House of the Frescoes, Caravanserai, the “Unexplored Mansion,” the Temple Tomb, the House of the High Priest, and the Villa of Dionysus. Commencing from Chania or any designated region in Crete, our journey to Heraklion unfolds amidst scenic landscapes. Upon reaching the palace of Knossos, the guided exploration sets the stage for a captivating experience. Subsequently, the tour continues to the heart of Heraklion, where you’ll discover the archaeological museum, offering insights into the vibrant Minoan culture.
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- English speaking guide
- Air-conditioned bus transportation
- Gratuities (optional)
- Entrances fees of the Palace
- Entrances fees of the Museum
Start Location: GS Tours Chania, Episkopou Chrisanthou, Chania, Greece
Guide : English
- This tour starts from Chania
- We pick you up from your hotel's lobby
- Advise accordingly during your booking your pick up point
- Children must always be accompanied by an adult
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Alcohol tasting is not allowed for children under 18 years old
Cancellation Policy: standard
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 days
Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
The Minoan Tour of Knossos Palace & Museum
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Adult (13-64 years) | €50.00 |
Children must always be accompanied by an adult, Not wheelchair accessible, Wine tasting is not allowed for children under 18 years old. Water or fresh orange juice will be offered instead., The company reserves the right to make minor changes in the program when this is considered necessary, for example in case of unfavorable weather conditions. This can be done without prior notice., Reservations must be made 12 hours before the tour. A cancellation must be done 24 hours before the tour for a refund. In case of later cancellations, no refund will be made from the company., If a tour is cancelled due to low participation or bad weather conditions, the company will refund 100% of made payments, In case of allergies, tolerances or food preferences please inform the company in advance.
The company reserves the right to make minor changes in the program when this is considered necessary, for example in case of unfavorable weather conditions. This can be done without prior notice., Reservations must be made 12 hours before the tour. A cancellation must be done 24 hours before the tour for a refund. In case of later cancellations, no refund will be made from the company., If a tour is cancelled due to low participation or bad weather conditions, the company will refund 100% of made payments, In case of allergies, tolerances or food preferences please inform the company in advance.



