The Private tour of Knossos Minoan Palace

Summary Description

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. 

Highlights
  • The Minoan Palace of Knossos
  • The archaeological museum of Heraklion
  • Heraklion city center
  • Description

    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.

    Included / Excluded
    What's Included
    • Bottled water
    • Air-conditioned vehicle
    • Private transportation
    • All Fees and Taxes
    What's Not Included
    • Lunch
    • Gratuities
    • Personal expenses
    Start / End Locations

    Start Location: GS Tours Chania, Episkopou Chrisanthou, Chania, Greece

    Commentary

    Guide : English

    Important Information
    Know Before You Book
    • This tour starts from Chania
    • We pick you up from your hotel's lobby
    • Pick up from other regions of Crete will have extra costs
    Know Before You Go
    • Children must always be accompanied by an adult
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Alcohol tasting is not allowed for children under 18 years old
    Cancellation

    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

    Options

    The Private tour of Knossos Minoan Palace

    RETAIL PRICE
    Adult (13-64 years) €1,180.00
    Points of interest
    • Μινωικό Ανάκτορο Κνωσού, Φειδίου, Heraklion, Greece
    • Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Chatzidaki, Heraklion, Greece
    • Terms and Conditions

      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.

      Additional Information

      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.