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From chania : Knossos Palace & Archeological Museum Tour

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Overview

Visit the cradle of the Minoan civilization, the palace - labyrinth of legendary King Minoas and its mythical Minotaur. In addition explore the Heraklion Archeological Museum, the best in the world regarding the Minoan art as it contains the most notable and complete collection of artifacts of the Minoan civilization of Crete.

What's Included

  • Pick up & drop off service [included in the cost for the listed areas]
  • Air-conditioned-bus transportation
  • Escort - licensed tour guide [English, German, Greek speaking]
  • Palace Entrance fee (pay on the bus in cash): Adult: 20€
  • Optional Tou to Archeological Museum 12€ per person
  • Food & drinks
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You will receive notification via email regarding your pick-up details, including the pick-up location and time. We aim to pick up individuals at their hotel or as close as possible to their accommodation based on the address you have provided. Pick up can start as early as 06:30 to 08:30 depending on your accomodation.Pick-up & drop off service is offered for the listed areas:• Almirida • Kalives • Souda • Chania town • Chrissi Akti • Kato Daratso • Agioi Apostoloi • Kalamaki • Stalos • Agia Marina • Platanias • Gerani • Maleme • Kamisiana • Tavronitis • Kolimvari • Georgioupolis1.There is an additional charge, for any other area that is not listed. 2.Pick-up locations can be hotels, buildings, and squares. 3.Please be aware that you have to be on time at the pick-up location as the bus cannot wait.

What To Expect

Knossos Archaeological Site

Our first stop is the palace of Knossos, through whose premises you will be guided by our guide.The Minoan palace is the main site of interest at Knossos Archeological Site, an important city in antiquity, which was inhabited continuously from the Neolithic period until the 5th c. AD. According to tradition, it was the seat of the wise king Minos. The Palace of Knossos is connected with thrilling legends, such as the myth of the Labyrinth, with the Minotaur, and the story of Daidalos and Ikaros.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Heraklion Archaeological Museum

We head to the center of Heraklion, where you have plenty of time to eat and shop. While there, you also have the chance to visit the archaeological museum of Heraklion with our guide and to admire up close murals and objects from the palace you have just visited.The Heraklion Archaeological Museum is one of the largest and most important museums in Greece, and among the most important museums in Europe. It houses representative artifacts from all the periods of Cretan prehistory and history, covering a chronological span of over 5,500 years from the Neolithic period to Roman times. The singularly important Minoan collection contains unique examples of Minoan art, many of them true masterpieces. The Herakleion Museum is rightly considered as the museum of Minoan culture par excellence worldwide.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Rethymno Beach

Before we reach our destination, however, we make a one-hour stop at Rethymnon city.Explore one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Greece, and search for your fairy-tale romance in Rethymno. Venetian fortification works mingle harmonically with orthodox and catholic churches, mosques, majestic mansions of Venetian architecture, arches and cobbled paths which create a magical atmosphere, reminiscence of the city’s turbulent –yet glorious– past.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Chania Town (Pass By)

Right after that, we return to Chania and to your hotels.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Children have a regular seat on the bus. [Children: 4 - 12 years old]
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 999 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From chania : Knossos Palace & Archeological Museum Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From chania : Knossos Palace & Archeological Museum Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Pick up & drop off service [included in the cost for the listed areas].
  • Air-conditioned-bus transportation.
  • Escort - licensed tour guide [English, German, Greek speaking].
The following is NOT included:
  • Palace Entrance fee (pay on the bus in cash): Adult: 20€.
  • Optional Tou to Archeological Museum 12€ per person.
  • Food & drinks.
  • Pick up & drop off service [there is an additional cost, for areas that are not listed].
Apr 2025
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Accessibility information for the From chania : Knossos Palace & Archeological Museum Tour is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for From chania : Knossos Palace & Archeological Museum Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Pick up & drop off service [included in the cost for the listed areas]
  • Air-conditioned-bus transportation
  • Escort - licensed tour guide [English, German, Greek speaking]
  • Palace Entrance fee (pay on the bus in cash): Adult: 20€
  • Optional Tou to Archeological Museum 12€ per person
  • Food & drinks
  • Pick up & drop off service [there is an additional cost, for areas that are not listed].

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Children have a regular seat on the bus. [Children: 4 - 12 years old]
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 999 travelers

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