expedia
Skip to main content
One Key

Earn OneKeyCash when you sign in and book an activity

Sign in
Ancient ruins with columns and a partially intact structure. 1
A white bus with 'MARKIDIS TRAVEL' written on the side parked on a road with palm trees and a flag in the background. 2
A museum interior with marble statues on pedestals, a central orange backdrop, and modern lighting. 3
A coastal cityscape with a historic fort and a marina filled with boats. 4
A harbor with boats, a stone wall, and buildings in the background. 5
By Markidis Travel

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$41 per adult
See tickets

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Be transported back to Minoan times as you stroll through the Place of Knossos
    • Marvel at intricate frescoes and architecture at the Knossos palace complex
    • Get a feel for the local culture in the narrow streets of Heraklion's Old Town
    • Explore the port city of Heraklion at your own pace, stopping where you want
    • Discover Minoan art, artefacts, and culture at Heraklion Archaeological Museum

Activity location

    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Check availability

From Rethymno: Knossos Palace and Heraklion city

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Enjoy 2 hours at the Palace of Knossos, followed by 4 hours of free time in Heraklion. Explore the archaeological site, then discover the city's Venetian landmarks, shops, cafés, museums, and harbour at your own pace. Not guided.

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
AU$40.52 x 1 AdultAU$40.52
Total
Price is AU$40.52

From Rethymno: Knossos Palace and Heraklion Guided Tour

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
AU$48.63 x 1 AdultAU$48.63
Total
Price is AU$48.63

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Inclusions
    Transport
  • Inclusions
    Special Guide
  • Exclusions
    Entry tickets 20€ Museum
  • Exclusions
    Entry ticket 20€ Knossos Palace
  • Exclusions
    Whispers 2€
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks

Know before you book

    • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments

What you can expect

  • Discover Crete’s most famous archaeological site and its vibrant capital on a full-day trip from Rethymno. Enjoy a stress-free experience with hotel pickup and drop-off, transport by air-conditioned bus, and the company of a certified professional guide from our agency.

    Your first stop is the Palace of Knossos, where you will enjoy a guided tour in English of the legendary Minoan palace. Learn about the history, myths, and architecture of this ancient site, including the famous legend of the Minotaur and the Labyrinth.

    During the bus journey, information and commentary are provided in English and German.

    Continue to Heraklion, where you will have approximately 4 hours of free time to explore the city at your own pace. Visit the Archaeological Museum (with guided explanation in English), stroll through the old town, enjoy shopping, relax at a café, or have lunch at a local restaurant.

    At the end of the day, return comfortably to your hotel in Rethymno.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece