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.
Knossos & Heraklion City Day Tour from Rethimno
The journey
Trip highlights
- 01 Visit the Palace of Knossos with a professional guide
- 02 See restored Minoan ruins, murals, and the throne of King Minos
- 03 Enjoy free time in Heraklion for lunch, shopping, or sightseeing
- 04 Optional visit to the Heraklion Archaeological Museum
- 05 Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off from Rethimno
- 06 Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle
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 palace, and discover its restored sections, impressive murals, and the famed throne of King Minos with the insight of a professional guide.
After your visit, continue to Heraklion for free time in the city center. Use your time to enjoy lunch, browse the shops, stroll among the historic streets and monuments, or visit the Archaeological Museum before returning to your accommodation.
At a glance
What this trip includes
Duration
9 Hours
Tour type
Shared
Activity level
Easy
Accommodation
Included
Transport
Included
Wheelchair access
No
Cities
Heraklion, Rethimnon, Crete
Languages
English
Day by day
The itinerary
Day 01
The route
Where you'll travel
The fine print
Trip details
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance 20 euro/person
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.
Logistics
Meeting & route
Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Rethimno.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Rethimno.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey
Your 9 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Rethimno..
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