Knossos Palace and Arch. Museum of Heraklion Tour
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Heraklion, Greece
5 hours (approx.)
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Overview
Step back in time with our Knossos Palace & Heraklion Archaeological Museum Tour! Join a small-group walking tour led by a licensed expert guide and uncover the secrets of the ancient Minoan civilization.
What's Included
- Skip-the-ticket-line service, to avoid the queue at the ticket counter
- Entry ticket for the Knossos Palace, general admission fee (20 EUR)
- Entry ticket for the Archaeological Museum, general admission fee (12 EUR)
- Original reseller of service - authorized travel agent
- All fees and taxes (VAT 24% etc.)
- Licensed tour guide for a guided tour in a small group.
- Headset to hear the guide better, if the group size is over 6 participants (7-16 pax)
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Meeting point
The Palace of Knossos
Knosos 71409, Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
The Palace of Knossos
Tour start at 11am : Having the luxury of Knossos all to your self and enjoying a guided tour of this Magnificent Monument of Minoan civilization home to legends such as the Minotaur and Labyrinth.
Join our small group (up to 12 pax) Walking tour at Knossos palace with a Licensed Tourist Guide.
Meet your guide next to the entrance of the archaeological site, right next to the Little Garden restaurant by the ticket booth. Your guide will be holding a sign with the WeGuide logo.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Tour start at 01:30pm (13:30 o'clock)
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 artefacts 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 Heraklion Museum is rightly considered as the museum of Minoan culture par excellence worldwide.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Our check-in operator will be waiting for you by the ticket booth at Knossos, holding a sign with our "Meeting Point" logo. Check-in begins 20 minutes before the tour start time. Please note that this is a shared group tour, and to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone, we kindly wish to inform you that entry tickets are reserved for specific time slots. If you arrive after your scheduled time, the tickets unfortunately expire. In that case, we will do our best to assist you with purchasing a new ticket, subject to availability. For those arriving by car: Please allow extra time to find parking. We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before the tour start time.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Knossos Palace and Arch. Museum of Heraklion Tour?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-66515P9
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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What is the cancellation policy for the Knossos Palace and Arch. Museum of Heraklion Tour?
A:Apr 2025
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.
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Skip-the-ticket-line service, to avoid the queue at the ticket counter.
- Entry ticket for the Knossos Palace, general admission fee (20 EUR).
- Entry ticket for the Archaeological Museum, general admission fee (12 EUR).
- Original reseller of service - authorized travel agent.
- All fees and taxes (VAT 24% etc.).
- Licensed tour guide for a guided tour in a small group.
- Headset to hear the guide better, if the group size is over 6 participants (7-16 pax).
The following is NOT included:
- Food and drinks.
- Transportation to/from attractions.
- Gratuities.
Q:
What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Knossos Palace and Arch. Museum of Heraklion Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Knossos Palace and Arch. Museum of Heraklion 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!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Skip-the-ticket-line service, to avoid the queue at the ticket counter
- Entry ticket for the Knossos Palace, general admission fee (20 EUR)
- Entry ticket for the Archaeological Museum, general admission fee (12 EUR)
- Original reseller of service - authorized travel agent
- All fees and taxes (VAT 24% etc.)
- Licensed tour guide for a guided tour in a small group.
- Headset to hear the guide better, if the group size is over 6 participants (7-16 pax)
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Our check-in operator will be waiting for you by the ticket booth at Knossos, holding a sign with our "Meeting Point" logo. Check-in begins 20 minutes before the tour start time. Please note that this is a shared group tour, and to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone, we kindly wish to inform you that entry tickets are reserved for specific time slots. If you arrive after your scheduled time, the tickets unfortunately expire. In that case, we will do our best to assist you with purchasing a new ticket, subject to availability. For those arriving by car: Please allow extra time to find parking. We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before the tour start time.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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