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Knossos Palace, Museum & Rethymno city Private Tour from Chania
Chania, Crete
10 hours
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What You Will Do
During this day trip, we explore the oldest civilization of Europe, the Minoan palace of Knossos, which is connected with thrilling legends, such as the myth of the Labyrinth with the Minotaur and the story of Daidalos and Ikaros. Our next stop is the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, one of Europe’s most important museums, where we admire more than 15000 artefacts. Afterwards, we have the chance to wander around Rethymno and discover the picturesque routes and the historical monuments of the city.
What's Included?
- Private transportation
- WiFi on board
- Public liability insurance
- Sandwiches, Cretan pastries in a snack box
- Guided tour in the palace (if option selected)
- USB charging ports in van
- Cold soft drinks, juice, beer, wine, bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Audiovisual presentation of Cretan customs in van
What's Not Included?
- Entrances to Knossos Palace: Ticket 15€ & Archaeological museum: Ticket 12€
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
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The Palace of Knossos
1 hour 30 minutes
Knossos, the heart of the Minoan civilization, lies 5 km southeast of Heraklion, in the valley of the river Kairatos. Crete’s most famous historical attraction, he site is considered to be the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on the island and is referred to as the oldest city in Europe. Knossos was first inhabited by a Neolithic settlement in the seventh century BC. It stayed inhabited for several thousands of years until it was finally abandoned in 1375 BC after its destruction, which marked the end of Minoan civilisation. In 1878, the first large-scale excavation was undertaken by the wealthy art-lover Minos Kalokairinos, while Crete was still under Turkish occupation. This was followed by the long-term excavations (1900-1913 and 1922-1930) of Sir Arthur Evans, who uncovered the whole surrounding area of Knossos.
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Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: SeaByBus Explore Crete.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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