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'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.
Based on 339 reviews from verified customers
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The Johnsons
From United States of America - June 2025Traveled as a couple
35 - 44 years old
Great
Overall rated3/5
Longer stay at Knossos and a shorter experience at Herculean
M1n3vra
From United Kingdom - June 2025Traveled as a couple
45 - 54 years old
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
The guide was very knowledgeable. He passion for the history of Knossos shown through her detailed and in depth descriptions of life there. The past c ...
Jeffrey Horton
From United Kingdom - June 2025Traveled as a couple
45 - 54 years old
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
Marie our guide was very good, and the good english talks at each place very interesting and informative, we had trouble spotting her sometimes amongs ...
Anonymous
From United States of America - June 2025Excellent
Overall rated5/5
This experience was absolutely brilliant. Our guide Maria was amazing. She was so knowledgeable and funny! I loved how she linked the facts to Greek m ...
Mendip 7
From United States of America - June 2025Traveled as a couple
35 - 44 years old
Excellent
Overall rated4/5
Excellent tour guide Maria, very enthusiastic and made Knossos much more interesting than if we had visited by ourselves. The 3 hour each way transfer ...
Eunice
From United States of America - June 2025Traveled as a couple
45 - 54 years old
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
Excellent coach transfer from hotel, our guide POPPI was amazing - so knowledgable and the use of the earpiece to hear Poppi on the tour around Knosso ...