The valley of Zeus (Olive oil, wine tasting)-Knossos palace tour

4.7
(27 reviews)

4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Visit the Mythical Palace of Knossos of King Minos and Labyrinth home to the Minotaur. Small group tour, providing a more personalized experience than the large excursions offered by the cruise lines. Skip the ticket line to enter Knossos Palace.

Explore secrets of Crete, get to know the real Crete off the touristic path. Discover through a wonderful route the imaginary line that connects centuries, myths, human achievements, sacred monuments and amazing creations of nature. Lovers of authentic, unexplored and genuine tourism may enjoy here all that nature generously offers. Driven by the five senses and through food tasting, they discover textures, flavors, images, sounds and smells. Tasting olive oil, wine, raki and local products from the garden of Zeus.

IMPORTANT NOTE : Starting times are strictly kept. There is no exceptions policy.

What's Included

Skip-the-ticket-line service, to avoid the queue at the ticket counter
Olive oil tasting, Local snacks, wine tasting, Apaki and Raki tasting
We meet you at Heraklion city. Please clarify your pickup point.
Entry ticket for the Knossos Palace, general admission fee (20 EUR)
Licensed tour guide for a guided tour in a small group at the Knossos Palace
Original reseller of service - authorized travel agent
All fees and taxes (VAT 24% etc.)
Transportation to/from attractions
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please clarify your pickup point. Private Transfer to the palace of Knossos from Heraklion city. Include's also, the Entry ticket (Skip-The-Line) of Knossos palace and Olive oil tasting, wine tasting, snack tasting, raki and local products.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Having the luxury of Knossos all to your self and enjoying a guided tour of this Magnificent Monument of Minoan civilization home to legends such as the Minotaur and Labyrinth. Skip the ticket line to enter Knossos Palace and take a tour with a licensed guide Explore the ancient palace, step into the royal residence and see the Minoan king's throne Be amazed by the House of the Frescoes and its colorful wall paintings Learn about the history of the Minoan Civilization, probably the oldest one on the European continent Join our small group (up to 12 pax) Walking tour at Knossos palace with a Licensed Tourist Guide.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Be a Local for a day. Visit Vasilies village - Cretan Metoxi. Olive oil tasting, wine tasting, raki and local products. Discover through a wonderful route the imaginary line that connects centuries, myths, human achievements, sacred monuments and amazing creations of nature. Lovers of authentic, unexplored and genuine tourism may enjoy here all that nature generously offers. Driven by the five senses and through food tasting, they discover textures, flavors, images, sounds and smells. Learn how the people of Crete eat, and how Crete's enviable food culture was born.

    2 hours 10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Walking Tours
Food & Drink
Excellent Quality
Spring Break
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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