From Chania: Knossos Palace, Museum, & Wine Private Day Trip Tour by 3-Seater Limo/SUV
ID: GYG424228-765376
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Explore Crete on this private guided day trip from Chania and Rethymno regions. Visit the famous Palace of Knossos, travel to the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, and drive through Cretan vineyards.
Discover some of the highlights of Crete on a day tour from Chania. Travel in luxury in a private chauffeured vehicle. See the striking frescoes of Knossos Palace, explore Heraklion and its archaeological museum, and soak up the local wine and food culture with recommendations from your guide.
After hotel pickup, travel to the Palace of Knossos. Use the luxury vehicle's free Wi-Fi, charge your phone, or tuck into snacks on the drive. On arrival, explore the ruins and frescoes of Knossos Palace with your local guide who specializes in history and archaeology. See where myths were born.
Next, visit the heart of central Crete, a rich Minoan land of olive groves and wine-red earth. Visit boutique award-winning estates to sample Cretan vintages with divine flavors. Then, soak up the entire collection of unique artworks at the Heraklion Archaeological Museum at your own pace.
In the evening, take a stroll through the fortified city of Heraklion. Get recommendations from your guide on where and what to eat and drink. Dazzle your senses with delicious aromas of garlic and basil pouring from superb restaurants with local cuisine. Finally, return to your hotel in Chania.
Highlights
- Walk in the footsteps of King Minos at his magnificent Palace of Knossos
- Meander along the ancient Minoan wine routes of central Crete at your own pace
- Deepen your sensory experience at the quintessential wineries of Heraklion
- Enjoy a first-hand experience at the Heraklion Archaeological Museum
- Explore Heraklion's city streets where history and delectable flavors abound
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour will be tailored to your interests
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
Pickup is available from Chania and Rethymno.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.