Full-day tour of Crete’s historic Knossos Palace and Heraklion
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Full-day tour of Crete’s historic Knossos Palace and Heraklion

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Sprachen: Englisch
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Dieses Erlebnis erfüllt die Kriterien des Global Sustainable Tourism Council. Mit der Wahl dieses Erlebnisses tragen Sie dazu bei, die Orte, die Sie schätzen, zu erhalten, die Umwelt zu fördern und lokale Gemeinschaften zu unterstützen

Highlights
  • It'll take you right back to the beginnings of European civilisation on a tour of Knossos Palace
  • You'll get fast-track access to the labyrinth of corridors leading to King Minos' original throne
  • The history-steeped streets of Heraklion's city centre are yours to wander on a guided walking tour
  • Heraklion's street markets are the ideal place to haggle over local treats and hand-made crafts
  • Your guide's a proud, local expert when it comes to the history and legends of Crete
Beschreibung

'The Palace of Knossos is one of the most important archaeological sites in Crete because it's where Europe's first civilisation began,' says Veta, one of our guides. A born and bred local, she knows a thing or two about the legends and myths surrounding the island's most popular attraction. You'll spend the day watching history come to life as you tour the grounds of the palace, before crossing over to Heraklion for some free time in the capital.

Once the hub of Crete's Minoan civilisation, Knossos Palace sits in the heart of what's considered to be Europe's oldest settlement. You'll enjoy a guided tour around its treasures, stopping by the throne room, royal apartments, frescoes and more. And with fast-track access, there's no waiting around in queues.

It's then time to head to Heraklion, the island's capital. See the 17th-century Morozini Lions fountain and the 400-year-old Venetian Loggia – which is still the city hall – during a short guided walk around the city centre. We'll round the day off by taking you to the open markets for some free time. Poke around stalls laden with hand-made trinkets and fresh local produce or stop off for a coffee at a local café for some people watching. Other must-sees include the Koule Fortress and the Church of Agios Titos.

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  • check Transport
  • check Guide
  • check Admission to Palace of Knossos
  • check Knossos App provided for a 360-degree virtual view of Knossos
  • check Audio headset guide
Wichtige Informationen
  • Just so you know, Crete is a large island with many resorts and hotels dotted along the coast. Because of this, the transfer time on this tour could be up to 2.5 hours each way, depending on your hotel's location and traffic conditions on the day
  • Knossos App allows guests to see a 360º and 3D view of the archaeological site
  • There's a donation towards the preservation of Knossos Palace for every excursion sold
  • This is a very popular and in-demand activity. Expect higher levels of attendance during July and August
  • Bring your passport or official EU identification
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
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  • R

    Rudi

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    5
    29. Oktober 2025

    Als Paar gereist

    Es war sehr interessant.

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    Ute

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    3.8
    29. Oktober 2025

    Als Paar gereist

    War interessant vorgetragen und ob es die Reiseleitung oder der Busfahrer war, war alles so wie gedacht.

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    Judith Langer

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    4.2
    28. Oktober 2025

    Mit Freunden gereist

    Der Guide was super viel Wissen gute spannende Vermittlung der Geschichte. Anfahrtszeit durch die vielen Hotelstopps war etwas lästig. Wir hätten gerne mehr Freizeit in Heraklion gehabt. Ansonsten sehr empfehlenswert

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    SJ

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    4.6
    26. Oktober 2025

    Als Paar gereist

    Unser Guide war super, sie wusste sehr viel und war sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Auch Fragen hat sie gerne beantwortet. Knossos ist absolut sehenswert, aber es braucht definitiv eine Führung weil es sehr viel ist. Es gab in Heraklion 3 Stunden freie Zeit zur Verfügung (reicht absolut aus), in Knossos selber nur 30 Minuten im Anschluss an die Führung. Fotos konnte man während der Führung machen, aber für Familienfotos vor den Sehenswürdigkeiten war währenddessen wenig Zeit.

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    B.E.

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    3.8
    25. Oktober 2025

    Mit der Familie gereist

    Zu wenig Zeit in Knossos. Keine Möglichkeit eigener Erkundung. In Heraklion dafür etwas zu viel Zeit. Gerne die Aufteilung anpassen. Die Reiseleiterin Bobbi war sehr gut. Archäologin, die wirklich Spaß an Ihrem Beruf hat! Großes Lob!

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    M.G.

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    1.8
    25. Oktober 2025

    Mit der Familie gereist

    Die ganztägige Tour bietet leider für den geforderten Preis viel zu wenig Leistung. Die Abholung erfolgte problemlos. Die Führung in Knossos war informativ. Leider war dort zu wenig Zeit zur freien Verfügung. Diese stand dafür im ausreichenden Maß in Heraklion zur Verfügung. Nach einer sehr kurzen „Stadtführung“ wurden wir für drei Stunden entlassen. Eine alternative Führung lehnte der Guide leider ab. Somit haben wir die Stadt auf eigene Faust erkundet und gewiss viele schöne Ecken nicht gesehe

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