Full-day tour of Crete’s historic Knossos Palace and Heraklion
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Full-day tour of Crete’s historic Knossos Palace and Heraklion

4,3/5
Excellent
Basé sur 961 évaluations
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77,00 
Annulation gratuite
Langue(s): Néerlandais
Bon électronique accepté
Durée: Plus de 8 heures
Points forts
  • It'll take you right back to the beginnings of European civilisation on a tour of Knossos Palace
  • You'll get fast-track access to the labyrinth of corridors leading to King Minos' original throne
  • The history-steeped streets of Heraklion's city centre are yours to wander on a guided walking tour
  • Heraklion's street markets are the ideal place to haggle over local treats and hand-made crafts
  • Your guide's a proud, local expert when it comes to the history and legends of Crete
Ce qui vous attend

'The Palace of Knossos is one of the most important archaeological sites in Crete because it's where Europe's first civilisation began,' says Veta, one of our guides. A born and bred local, she knows a thing or two about the legends and myths surrounding the island's most popular attraction. You'll spend the day watching history come to life as you tour the grounds of the palace, before crossing over to Heraklion for some free time in the capital.

Once the hub of Crete's Minoan civilisation, Knossos Palace sits in the heart of what's considered to be Europe's oldest settlement. You'll enjoy a guided tour around its treasures, stopping by the throne room, royal apartments, frescoes and more. And with fast-track access, there's no waiting around in queues.

It's then time to head to Heraklion, the island's capital. See the 17th-century Morozini Lions fountain and the 400-year-old Venetian Loggia – which is still the city hall – during a short guided walk around the city centre. We'll round the day off by taking you to the open markets for some free time. Poke around stalls laden with hand-made trinkets and fresh local produce or stop off for a coffee at a local café for some people watching. Other must-sees include the Koule Fortress and the Church of Agios Titos.

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Inclus
  • check Transport
  • check Guide
  • check Admission to Palace of Knossos
  • check Knossos App provided for a 360-degree virtual view of Knossos
  • check Mobile app with city map and audiovisual cultural content and other points of interest
  • check Audio headset guide
Bon à savoir
  • Just so you know, Crete is a large island with many resorts and hotels dotted along the coast. Because of this, the transfer time on this tour could be up to 2.5 hours each way, depending on your hotel's location and traffic conditions on the day
  • Knossos App allows guests to see a 360º and 3D view of the archaeological site
  • There's a donation towards the preservation of Knossos Palace for every excursion sold
  • This is a very popular and in-demand activity. Expect higher levels of attendance during July and August
  • Bring your passport or official EU identification
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
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Prestataire
TUI Hellas Travel, Tourism and Airlines SA, with Tax Number 094469778 and Travel License Number 0261Ε60000126100
Frais de service
Bonne nouvelle! Aucun frais supplémentaire n'est appliqué à cette réservation.
Conditions d'annulation
Recevez un remboursement de 100% si vous annulez jusqu'à 1 jour avant le début de l'activité.

Ce que les internautes disent de cette expérience

Excellent

4,3/5

Basé sur 961 évaluations de voyageurs vérifiés

51%
36%
11%
1%
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Catégories d'évaluation

Rapport qualité-prix

4,1/5

Sécurité

4,3/5

Service

4,3/5

Personnel

4,3/5

  • Ann

    De États-Unis d'Amérique - août 2025

    25 - 34 ans

    Moyen

    Note globale

    3/5

    Ce n’est pas un full day car de retour à l’hôtel à 16h. Il a manqué 1h dans Heraklion. Pour le prix, nous aurions pu avoir l’entrée au musée. Guide ch ...

  • B. Careful

    De États-Unis d'Amérique - juillet 2025

    A voyagé en famille

     

    25 - 34 ans

    Mauvais

    Note globale

    1/5

    Unfortunately I was taken ill the night before our excursion and therefor it was deemed unsafe for me to attend an 8hr excursion and more important fo ...

  • Eddie

    De États-Unis d'Amérique - juillet 2025

    A voyagé en couple

     

    35 - 44 ans

    Excellent

    Note globale

    4/5

    We found the whole day a little too long. The tour guide was outstanding, their knowledge and passion were exceptional

  • Motsch

    De États-Unis d'Amérique - juillet 2025

    A voyagé en famille

     

    25 - 34 ans

    Excellent

    Note globale

    4/5

  • The Martins

    De États-Unis d'Amérique - juillet 2025

    A voyagé en famille

     

    25 - 34 ans

    Excellent

    Note globale

    5/5

    Very enthusiastic guide with in depth knowledge of the site. Scorchingly hot.

  • Steffi

    De États-Unis d'Amérique - juillet 2025

    A voyagé en famille

     

    25 - 34 ans

    Excellent

    Note globale

    5/5

    Unsere Reiseleitung war mega. Hat nicht so viel über Jahreszahlen gesprochen, hat sehr gut die Geschichte die auch dazu gehört erklärt!

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