KNOSSOS & MUSEUM OF HERAKLION - Crete

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5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Today you will visit Knossos, Crete’s most famous historical attraction and the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, one of the largest and most important museums in Greece.

Your next stop will be the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, located in the town center and on a site previously occupied by the Roman Catholic monastery of Saint Francis. The two-storeyed antiseismic building that houses the museum

What's Included

English-speaking Official Guide.
Pick up/ Drop off at your hotel or the closest point.
Luxury bus transportation
Combined ticket to Knossos Palace and the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion
Private guided tour to the Palace of Knossos & the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion
Food and drink.

Meeting and pickup

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

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
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    The Palace of Knossos

    Our first stop will be the world-famous Minoan Palace at Knossos (Entrance not included), the home of the legendary King Minos who gave his name to Europe’s oldest civilization. According to Greek mythology, the monstrous Minotaur – half man, half bull – lived at Knossos and fed on human flesh and bone. He was eventually slayed by the brave and mighty Athenian prince, Theseus, within the hidden Labyrinth. Parts of the ancient Palace have been excavated and reconstructed by the British archaeologist, Sir Arthur Evans, and today one can get a clear understanding of the function of the Palace and its complicated and mystical Labyrinth. Led by your experienced and official guide, you will visit the Throne Room, the Royal Apartments, the Central Courtyard with its shrines and other fascinating areas within the Palace. After that you will have free time in which to visit the city of Heraklion, to have lunch, coffee or shopping. Heraklion is city of contrasts, where ancient history and cosmopolitan modern life combine to create a charming mix. This trip is not to be missed – after all – you can’t say you’ve been to Crete without seeing Knossos!

    5 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by REMAZ TOURS GmbH

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