Knossos Palace and Heraklion Town: Private Guided Tour
ID: GYG246087-425887
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Explore the impressive Minoan palace of Knossos, the mythical Labyrinth of Homer. Enjoy a sightseeing tour in Heraklion, focusing on the unique Venetian monuments of the town. Take a walk inside an open-air market to awaken your senses.
Start your day visiting the most important archaeological site on Crete and the second-most visited archaeological site in Greece, the Minoan palace of Knossos. Explore the sprawling 5-acre site as you traipse through the mythical Labyrinth of Homer. Take in priceless historical insight from your personal tour guide into the prehistoric settlement, where the oldest European civilization started and flourished some 5000 years ago.
Afterwards, you’ll set off on a sightseeing tour of Herklion, Crete’s capital. Wander through the port town, focusing on the unique Venetian monuments such as the Venetian fountain of Morosini, The Basilica of St. Marc, The Venetian Loggia, St. Titos church, the Venetian Port, and more. Marvel at the ancient city walls and the towering Koules Fortress.
Cap things off with a walk inside the town's open-air market for a true multi-sensory experience. Take in the vibrant smells, tastes, and sights, as your guide tips you off to the best stands to sample local Greek street food and produce. Sated in mind and body, your tour will end at the Morosini Lions Fountain.
Highlights
- Visit Knossos Palace, the greatest monument of the Minoan civilization, in a detailed guided tour.
- Explore the Venetian and Ottoman historic monuments of Heraklion
- Lunch like a local at the Heraklion Market
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility as you will climb several steps flights of stairs. Unfortunately there is no elevator.
• The best way to get from from Knossos Palace to the town's center is the local bus running every 10 minutes. In this case, you will pay for your bus tickets on the spot and ride the bus with your guide.
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will meet your guide in front of the entrance to Knossos Palace by the tickets kiosk. Your guide will be holding a sign with "Elissos Traveling Philosophy" written on it.
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 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 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.
