Knossos & Heraklion City Day Tour from Rethimno
About This Tour
Step into the world of ancient Crete on this full-day tour from Rethimno to Knossos and Heraklion. Explore the legendary Palace of Knossos, the largest Minoan p...
Duration: 9 Hours · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Heraklion, Rethimnon, Crete · Languages: English
Know before you go: INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE; Children must be accompanied by an adult; Not wheelchair accessible; May be operated by a multi-lingual guide; Not stroller accessible; Not suitable for pets; No public transportation nearby; Infants must not sit on laps; All travelers can participate; Comfortable walking shoes are recommended; Hotel pickups or close to Hotel commence prior to this time, you must verify your exact pickup time.; We sent a voucher with all the details for your pick up the time and location if in not from your hotel.; We operate from the Rethymno area.; You will receive your voucher with all details (pick up time, pick up date) one day before the tour.
About Heraklion
Heraklion
Come to Heraklion for a mix of history and hedonism between the party bars and the palaces of Knossos. Local guides from Everest Global Hub can help navigate the Venetian harbors and Cretan streets.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance 20 euro/person
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Begin the trip to Knossos Palace with pickup from your hotel. From there, proceed eastwards to Knossos, where upon your arrival, you will walk through the area for approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. It contains the largest of the Minoan palaces that have been partially restored. The ruins and rebuilt parts belong to the last and largest Minoan Palace, the labyrinth of Knossos. View the impressive murals and throne of King Minos.Next, head over to Heraklion city to start your 2-hour experience in the city. The town of Heraklion is the largest urban center of Crete, the capital of the region of Crete and the economic center of the island. Since the Minoan period, the town of Heraklion became the host of varied cultures and civilizations whose indelible marks are visible in the form of fountains, castles, walls, palaces and other monuments. Enjoy free time to have lunch, shop or visit the Archaeological Museum. At 4:00pm, you will board the bus and go back to your hotels about 6:00pm.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Pickup service provided in Rethimno. · Tour start: Pickup service provided in Rethimno. — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
