5-Hour Knossos and Heraklion Tour with Olive Oil Tasting

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore the archaeological jewel of Knossos Palace, one of Crete's most iconic sites
• 02 Discover the legends of King Minos and the Minotaur in the heart of Minoan civilization
• 03 Experience a serious chapter of Cretan gastronomy through an olive oil tasting
• 04 Visit the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, one of the most important museums in Europe

Travel into the depths of European history on this 5-hour journey through the heart of Minoan Crete. Explore the archaeological jewel of Knossos Palace, where the legends of King Minos and the Minotaur still inspire awe, enjoy a short break dedicated to a serious chapter of Cretan gastronomy with an olive oil tasting, and conclude at the renowned Archaeological Museum of Heraklion. Together, these visits bring to life the oldest civilization in Europe through its myths, art, and cultural legacy.

As you visit the Palace of Knossos, you travel into the depths of European history.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Heraklion, Crete

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Explore the Palace of Knossos

• The Palace of Knossos is the archaeological jewel of Crete and has remained at the top of visitors' preferences throughout the years of Crete's tourist history.
• As you visit the Palace of Knossos, you travel into the depths of European history.
• The oldest civilization in Europe awaits you to explore it and become part of it. The legends of King Minos and the Minotaur, along with the works of art of the palace, continue to inspire awe to this day.

2

Day 02

Cretan Olive Oil Tasting Experience

• As the excursion continues, we will take a short break to discover an important chapter of Cretan gastronomy.
• Experience the art of olive oil production, indulge in flavorful tastings, and savor the fusion of freshly pressed olive oils with authentic Cretan delicacies.

3

Day 03

Visit the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion

• To conclude, we reserve our visit to one of the most important museums in Europe, the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, where the complex structures, cultural reach, and mythic echoes of this civilization are brought to life.
• The important collections from historical periods are also presented in this guide, as they represent the creative side of Crete as part of the Greek and later the Roman worlds.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Certified English-speaking driver.
• A bottle of water for each passenger.
• Meet-and-greet services.
• Liability insurance.
• Private transportation with premium-category vehicles.
• Free stops during the tour.
• Baby seats.

What's Not Included

• Tickets and entrance fees.
• Certified guide.
• Once we receive your booking, support will contact you to arrange the tickets, the certified guide, and the entrance fees for you.

Know before you go

• In case your pick-up point is the port or the airport of Heraklion, you must provide us with the appropriate information (flight number or ship name, respectively) when booking. In this case, our driver will wait for you in the arrivals area with your name written on a tablet screen. Any delays or changes in your arrival time should not concern you, as our company's customer service department monitors the progress of your flight or cruise and constantly updates the schedule of drivers and cars.
• If the pick-up point is a hotel, our driver will arrive promptly at the reception area to pick you up. The procedure is the same when your pick-up point is an accommodation or a villa.
• The starting time is completely flexible and is determined after consultation with you based on your schedule.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Heraklion, Ελλάδα

Tour start

Knossos 714 09, Greece

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.