Explore Knossos and Heraklion from Rethymno. Discover Minoan civilization, visit the archaeological museum, and enjoy Heraklion’s vibrant center.
Explore Knossos and Heraklion from Rethymno. Discover Minoan civilization, visit the archaeological museum, and enjoy Heraklion’s vibrant center.
- The Palace of Knossos - This tour offers a chance to explore the excavation sites of the Palace of Knossos, constructed in 2000 BC. Knossos served as the thriving Minoan Capital and was home to King Minos. Some suggest that the elaborate Palace, with its numerous rooms, was the legendary labyrinth. The recent discovery of the site revealed the…
- The Palace of Knossos - This tour offers a chance to explore the excavation sites of the Palace of Knossos, constructed in 2000 BC. Knossos served as the thriving Minoan Capital and was home to King Minos. Some suggest that the elaborate Palace, with its numerous rooms, was the legendary labyrinth. The recent discovery of the site revealed the earliest advanced civilization in Europe.
- Heraklion Archaeological Museum - The excursion continues with a visit to the Heraklion Museum, showcasing the largest collection of Minoan artifacts from Crete.

- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Local Guide
- All taxes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Local Guide
- All taxes
- Knossos entrance – 16 euro, children under 18 – free
- Museum – 10 €
- Food and drinks
- Tips
- Knossos entrance – 16 euro, children under 18 – free
- Museum – 10 €
- Food and drinks
- Tips
Consider taking a trip to Knossos, the thriving heart of Minoan civilization and the ruling city of Minoan Crete. Known as home to King Minos, Knossos takes pride in its elaborate Palace, thought by some to be the legendary labyrinth. Not too long ago, archaeologists unearthed this site and brought into the light Europe’s first advanced civilization….
Consider taking a trip to Knossos, the thriving heart of Minoan civilization and the ruling city of Minoan Crete. Known as home to King Minos, Knossos takes pride in its elaborate Palace, thought by some to be the legendary labyrinth. Not too long ago, archaeologists unearthed this site and brought into the light Europe’s first advanced civilization. The largest collection of Minoan discoveries is housed in the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion. Two tour options are available for Knossos - the traditional tour allows you to explore the Knossos excavations and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum. This tour also includes the option to tour Heraklion city center, an ideal spot for lunch or shopping.
- Please notice that extra charges may apply per person or in total of the group for pick-ups from hotels- villas- airbnb outside the proximity of our tour selected pick route. In that case we can provide round trip transfer for customer(s) convenience ad-hoc quoted as per location of customer(s)’ property.
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.