From Heraklion: Private Knossos Day Trip

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From Heraklion: Private Knossos Day Trip

Price from
€161
Duration
6 h
Group size
Private tour
Guide languages
Greek, English

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Overview

At the desired time, an experienced English-speaking professional driver will pick you up from your accommodation in a private vehicle ready to immerse you into the Greek culture and lifestyle. If you are a history lover, get ready to travel back in time on this full-day tour.

Knossos Palace is the biggest Minoan Palace of Crete. The archaeological museum is one of the most significant museums in Greece and its collections come mostly from central and eastern Crete and cover a span of 5.500 years. You will also have the chance to visit Koules Fortress that dominates the entrance to the Venetian Harbour of Heraklion. The Venetians called it "Sea Fortress", but today it is known by its Turkish name, Koules.

Our drivers are not licensed to accompany you into the sights, but are very knowledgeable of the places visited and will provide all the necessary historical information and their local perspective.

At the end of the tour, your driver will drop you off at your accommodation.

What's included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Fuel and Tolls
Water
WiFi on board
Hotel or custom pickup and drop-off
Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide
All taxes and handling charges

Not included

Meals and beverages
Tips and Gratuities
Knossos Archaeological Site
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Koules Venetian Fortress
Licensed guides available to accompany you inside the attractions

What you will do

The Palace of Knossos
Knossos is the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete and has been called Europe's oldest city.
2 h
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
It is one of the greatest museums in Greece and the best in the world for Minoan art, as it contains the most notable and complete collection of artefacts of the Minoan civilization of Crete
2 h
Castello del Molo (Koules)
The Koules or Castello a Mare is a fortress located at the entrance of the old port of Heraklion, Crete.
2 h

Meeting point

Pickup: Your Welcome Pickups driver will be waiting for you at the selected pickup location and time. Before your ride, you’ll receive your driver’s details — including their name, phone number, and car information — so you can easily recognize them. Your driver will arrive on time and be ready to assist you and any special requests before starting your journey. Please note that our sightseeing tours does not automatically include airport pickup or drop-off. If you wish to start or end your tour at the airport, simply select the option with airport pickup included when booking if available. Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.

Important information

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
For 1–4 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
For 5-8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
For 9–12 people: A private minibus will be assigned to your group.
Throughout your ride, our drivers serve as informal local guides—sharing stories, history, and local tips at every stop. Please note that drivers are not permitted to enter museums or archaeological areas, but they’ll ensure you make the most of your visit with suggestions and background information before you explore on your own.
Some stops on your itinerary may be closed on the date of travel due to public holidays, maintenance or special events. We recommend verifying opening hours on the attraction’s official website or contacting us before your tour. If a stop is unexpectedly closed, we will try to offer a suitable alternative.