Explore the legendary Palace of Knossos — Europe’s oldest city and a masterpiece of Minoan civilization — on a private walking tour designed just for you. Enjoy skip-the-line entry, pre-booked and provided directly by your expert guide onsite.
What’s Included: Private guided tour (your group only – no strangers) Pre-booked skip-the-line ticket handed to you by the guide Expert narration on the palace’s rich history and mythological past
Transportation: Travel in air-conditioned vehicles with a professional driver Guests are not permitted to drive the vehicle
Pickup available from: Your hotel anywhere in Heraklion city Crete Your cruise ship port of Heraklion
For Cruise Ship Passengers: P...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in Russian (Русский) & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in Russian (Русский) & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Knossos palace entry tickets
Air-conditioned vehicle
Private Guide (ENG)
Parking Fees
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
WeGuide.gr - Meeting point for guided tours
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience 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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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore the legendary Palace of Knossos — Europe’s oldest city and a masterpiece of Minoan civilization — on a private walking tour designed just for you. Enjoy skip-the-line entry, pre-booked and provided directly by your expert guide onsite.
What’s Included: Private guided tour (your group only – no strangers) Pre-booked skip-the-line ticket handed to you by the guide Expert narration on the palace’s rich history and mythological past
Transportation: Travel in air-conditioned vehicles with a professional driver Guests are not permitted to drive the vehicle
Pickup available from: Your hotel anywhere in Heraklion city Crete Your cruise ship port of Heraklion
For Cruise Ship Passengers: P...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in Russian (Русский) & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in Russian (Русский) & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Knossos palace entry tickets
Air-conditioned vehicle
Private Guide (ENG)
Parking Fees
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
WeGuide.gr - Meeting point for guided tours
Return
Itinerary
Step into the myth and history of Europe’s oldest city on a private guided tour of Knossos — a vast and intricate palace complex featuring more than 1,500 interconnecting rooms. Once the royal seat of the legendary King Minos, Knossos is a marvel of Bronze Age architecture and innovation.
As you wander the labyrinthine ruins, discover:
The original throne of Minos
Mystifying sanctuaries and sacred spaces
The luxurious royal quarters
Vast storage rooms (or “pantries”) for Crete’s prized treasures
Ingenious water-management systems far ahead of their time
The first palace was built shortly after 2000 BC, but was destroyed by an earthquake around 1700 BC. It was quickly replaced with a g...
