Embark on a full-day guided tour from Rethymno to Knossos and Heraklion. Explore the ancient Minoan palace at Knossos and discover the fascinating history of the Minoan civilization. Visit the Heraklion Archaeological Museum and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Crete.
Embark on a full-day guided tour from Rethymno to Knossos and Heraklion. Explore the ancient Minoan palace at Knossos and discover the fascinating history of the Minoan civilization. Visit the Heraklion Archaeological Museum and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Crete.
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The Palace of Knossos - Enjoy a 1-day bus excursion from Rethymno to Knossos. Visit the Palace of Knossos, the Archaeological Museum, the city of Heraklion and more.
Following pick-up from your hotel in Rethymno approximately 08:00, travel along the northern coast of Crete by comfortable bus. Make your way to the archaeological site of Knossos,…
- The Palace of Knossos - Enjoy a 1-day bus excursion from Rethymno to Knossos. Visit the Palace of Knossos, the Archaeological Museum, the city of Heraklion and more.
Following pick-up from your hotel in Rethymno approximately 08:00, travel along the northern coast of Crete by comfortable bus. Make your way to the archaeological site of Knossos, where King Minos built his palace. Get a 2-hour guided tour of the monument, designed by Daedalus in such an intriguing way that no visitor was said to find their way out without the help of a guide!
Journey through the incredible history of King Minos and the Minoan civilization, and hear about some of the legends of Crete at what was once the island’s largest palace.
Note: The rest of the time will be spent for transport to get from one place to the other.
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Heraklion - Then, drive to the ancient city of Heraklion to take a tour of the Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Learn more about the island at what is considered to be one of the finest museums in the world dedicated to Minoan art with its many galleries of historic frescoes, jewelry, statues and more. Get some free time for coffee or lunch, and shop for souvenirs in the city center before the return journey to Rethymno.
The rest of the time will be spent for transport

- Air-conditioned transport
- Fuel surcharge included
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in select areas
- Air-conditioned transport
- Fuel surcharge included
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in select areas
- Entrance fees
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Entrance fees
- Entrance fees
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Entrance fees
Embark on a private journey back in time to explore the Minoan palace at Knossos on a day trip from Rethymno or Chania, traveling in a Mercedes Vito. Discover more about this ancient civilization at the Heraklion Archaeological Museum.
After being picked up from your hotel in Rethymno or Chania, enjoy a comfortable bus ride along Crete’s northern coast….
Embark on a private journey back in time to explore the Minoan palace at Knossos on a day trip from Rethymno or Chania, traveling in a Mercedes Vito. Discover more about this ancient civilization at the Heraklion Archaeological Museum.
After being picked up from your hotel in Rethymno or Chania, enjoy a comfortable bus ride along Crete’s northern coast. Arrive at the archaeological site of Knossos, where King Minos constructed his palace. Experience a 2-hour guided tour of the monument, ingeniously designed by Daedalus, where it was said that no visitor could find their way out without a guide’s assistance!
Delve into the fascinating history of King Minos and the Minoan civilization, and learn about some of Crete’s legends at what was once the island’s largest palace.
Next, travel to the ancient city of Heraklion for a tour of the Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Enjoy some free time in the city center before returning to Rethymno or Chania.
- Seats are assigned by the theater box office and will not be known in advance of the performance date
- At the time of booking please mention your hotel name and location. You will be notified by email about the pickup point and time
- Pickup begins up to 15 minutes before tour starts and is done from central meeting points near the hotels, only in the areas of Panormo, Scaleta, Adele, Platanias, Missiria, Rethymno town, Atsipopoulo, Kavros and Georgioupoli
- Infants will be seated with their parents on the bus and will not have their own seat
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.