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From Rethymnon: Day Trip to Knossos Palace & Heraklion City

By Island Spy
9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$36 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Discover the ancient ruins of Knossos Palace on your own pace.
  • Explore the vibrant city of Heraklion.
  • Visit the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion (optional)
  • Enjoy a comfortable bus ride with air conditioning
  • Learn usefull information from an experienced guide.

Activity location

    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

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From Rethymnon: Knossos Palace and Heraklion Day Trip

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
AU$35.97 x 1 AdultAU$35.97
Total
Price is AU$35.97
Until Mon, 8 June

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Pick-up and drop-off
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned bus transport to Heraklion and all sites mentioned
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit at Knossos, Archaeological Museum & Heraklion city
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional driver
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tour Guide in the mentioned languages
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Free time in Heraklion city centre
  • What's includedWhat's included
    All taxes and legal fees
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Knossos Palace Ticket: 20€ (26 years old and over) / European citizens with passport up to 25 years old free entrance / Non-European citizens with passport up to 18 years old free entrance
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Archaeological Museum Ticket: 20€ (26 years old and over) / European citizens with passport up to 25 years old free entrance / Non-European citizens with passport up to 18 years old free entrance

Know before you book

  • Not suitable for: Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Embark on a captivating day tour that seamlessly combines comfort, history, and exploration, all from the convenience of a bus equipped with air conditioning, led by a professional driver. Starting from the picturesque region of Rethymnon, journey towards the heart of Cretan civilisation in Heraklion.

Knossos Palace, 2 hours of free time (without a guide):
The first stop on our tour is the ancient ruins of Knossos Palace, where you can freely explore the echoes of history at your own pace. You'll have the opportunity to discover the complex labyrinth-like structure, storied frescoes, and archaeological wonders that have intrigued visitors for centuries. This self-guided visit to Knossos allows you to immerse yourself in the world of the Minoans and uncover the myths and realities of Europe’s oldest city at your leisure.

Archaeological Museum (optional)
We provide an optional stop for those interested in visiting the museum on their own. Alternatively, you can choose to head directly to the town if you prefer. This flexibility allows you to tailor the experience to your interests. Following the footsteps of history, the journey continues to the vibrant town of Heraklion, where the Archaeological Museum awaits. The museum, one of the most significant in Greece, houses an extensive collection of Minoan artefacts, providing a deeper understanding of the civilisation you just explored at Knossos. Wander through exhibits displaying pottery, jewellery, frescoes, and more, each piece narrating its own storey of the island’s rich heritage.

Heraklion Town, free time for 3 hours:
After immersing yourself in ancient history, enjoy some leisure time in the bustling city centre of Heraklion. Here, you're free to explore at your own pace, whether that means savouring local Cretan cuisine at a quaint taverna, strolling through the lively streets and squares, or simply soaking in the atmosphere of modern-day Crete amidst its historical backdrop.

Location

Activity location

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    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece