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Travel Crete - Visit Knossos Palace (semi Private - Shared Tour)
Semi-Private Shared Tour (Up to 8 Guests) Travel through Crete and visit the legendary Knossos Palace, the ancient capital of Minoan Crete. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the Minoan civilization—Europe’s first advanced society. Although sites like Knossos were excavated as early as the late 18th century, the secrets of this Bronze Age civilization remain hidden, woven into a labyrinth of myth and history. The Minoans continue to captivate us with their refined aesthetics and mysterious legacy, making Knossos an unforgettable destination. Please check your location before booking! Knossos Palace is located in Heraklion, in the center of Crete.
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- · Minimum 1 travelers
- · Up to 6 travelers
- · Adult required for booking
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Location
This experience is centered on one mapped location.
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Knossos Archaeological Site
Visit the Mythical Palace of Knossos of King Minos and Labyrinth home to the Minotaur. (Duration 90 min) Knossos, a complex of more than 1500 interlocking rooms, was an astonishing palace, built for a mighty king of the Bronze Age. As you wander through the labyrinthine ruins, you will have the chance to see the original throne of "Minos", the mystifying sanctuaries, the luxurious domestic quarters of the royal family, the once upon a time bursting with Crete’s treasures pantries and the astonishing water-management systems! Knossos is considered Europe’s oldest city. • Join our small group (up to 8 pax) and visit Knossos palace with a Licensed Tourist Guide. • Use the combine ticket (value for money) to enter the Knossos palace and the Archaeological museum of Heraklion.
90 minAdmission included
What's included
- Skip-the-ticket-line service, to avoid the queue at the ticket counter
- Semi Private - Shared Tour ( up to 8 pax )
- Licensed tour guide for a guided tour in a small group at the Knossos Palace
- Entry ticket for the Knossos Palace, general admission fee (20 EUR)
- Original reseller of service - authorized travel agent
- All fees and taxes (VAT 24% etc.)
What's not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Good to know
- 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
- Meet and greet, our check-in operator, with the “WeGuide.gr – Meeting Point” logo.
- Meeting point: Main Entrance to the Palace of Knossos, in front of the Ticket Office (Skip-the-Line Entry)
- IMPORTANT NOTE : Starting times are strictly kept. There is no exceptions policy.
Tickets
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tour options
Guided Tour in English
Reviews
4.3 · 7 reviews
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