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Knossos Palace and Heraklion City Guided Tour from Chania

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Knossos Palace Guided Tour with a Professional Historian Tour Guide
Knossos Palace private tour with a professional tour guide
Knossos Palace Crete Private Tour
Knossos Palace guided private tour from Chania - Rethymno
Knossos palace private tour with a professional tour guide from Chania, Rethymno and Herakleion
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On average, this is booked 20 (0) days in advance.
8 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This private guided tour from Chania to Knossos Palace & Heraklion City lets you explore the ancient Minoan Civilization: Trust our licensed professional tour guide and immerse yourself in antiquity! After we arrive at Heraklion City, we start roaming the most famous archaeological site of Crete together with our guide, the archaeological site of Knossos. 1:30 hour will be given to admire the remains of the ancient Minoan civilisation. Our private professional tour guide shows you the most interesting (and hidden!) aspects of the archaeological site, before us continuing this private tour from Chania to Knossos & Heraklion. 15 minutes later, we arrive at the city of Heraklion, where we have 2:30 hours of free time. Our expert private driver will give you valuable recommendations on where to go and where to eat, as well as some hidden spots that will make the tour of Chania to Heraklion City and Knossos Palace private transfer a commendable day trip!

What's Included

  • Snacks
  • Private transportation
  • Flexible Stops - Possible Diversions / Alterations according to your needs
  • Gratuities (Optional)
  • Entrance Fees in Knossos Palace / Heraklion Archaeological Museum (Optional)
  • Lunch/ Drinks at the private guided tour stops
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Meeting and Pickup

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Please inform us about your desired pick-up location, either in Rethymno or Chania. We offer free transfer from all Chania - Rethymno central areas. Our professional licensed tour guide will be outside your hotel 10 minutes prior to the guided tour start time to head to Knossos Archaeological Site & Heraklion City.

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The Palace of Knossos

Our professional licensed guide will show you the marvel of Minoan Civilisation: The Palace of Knossos! Our tourist guide will show you the various phases of the excavations, the role of the British to the appearance of the site, the main contributors to the archaeological site and so on. Prior to us entering the palace, you will have unprecedented knowledge about the past of the biggest and most famous archaeological site in Crete!
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

The Palace of Knossos

Our licensed guide will take you on an interactive tour of Knossos Palace: Using rare historical photo documents, the Minoan Palace of Knossos becomes alive right before your eyes, as our licensed tour guide shows you the throne room, the grand staircase of the palace, the room of various frescoes, the storage rooms of the convoluted palace complex, and last, but not least the various handcrafts and workshops rooms of the site. The hill of Kefala, where the Minoan Palace of Knossos was built, has been inhabited for more than 9000 years, while the palace of Knossos has stood on ruins of more than 3000 years: Our professional historian tour guide will explain the various phases of inhabitation, the daily life of the Minoans, the connection between nowadays Greeks, and the mysteries that are linked to their extinction too! This tour-guiding session has it all!
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Heraklion

Visit to Heraklion city, after the tour guiding session to Knossos Palace, the second most popular archaeological site in Greece, and the biggest and most famous in Crete. Our licensed tour guide will explain to you the history of Heraklion city, the various Venetian fortifications, as well as the Ottoman rule of the city, amongst other conquerors. Nowadays, Heraklion is the capital of Crete, which is a class-A opportunity to roam around picturesque alleys and sights having a relaxed time free during this private tour.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Free

Crete

Throughout our tour, our tour guide, licensed by the ministry of Tourism, will explain to you our island, the most famous sites of Crete, the lovely beaches we have, as well as the ethics and customs of our homeland. Needless to say, all your questions will be answered, while you are educated on our island's rich past, the various hardships and the numerous phases we have encountered throughout history.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Knossos Palace and Heraklion City Guided Tour from Chania?

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 (EET). 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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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Knossos Palace and Heraklion City Guided Tour from Chania?
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 (EET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Snacks.
  • Private transportation.
  • Flexible Stops - Possible Diversions / Alterations according to your needs.
  • All Fees and Taxes.
  • Hotel Pickup and Drop Off from all Chania central areas.
  • Professional Licenced Historian Tour Guide / Driver.
  • Tour Guide in Knossos Palace.
  • Private Guided Full Day Tour - You will be alone with your friends/ family.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities (Optional).
  • Entrance Fees in Knossos Palace / Heraklion Archaeological Museum (Optional).
  • Lunch/ Drinks at the private guided tour stops.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

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:

Accessibility information for the Knossos Palace and Heraklion City Guided Tour from Chania is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Knossos Palace and Heraklion City Guided Tour from Chania will be included in your confirmation email from Key West Private Charters. 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 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

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  • Snacks
  • Private transportation
  • Flexible Stops - Possible Diversions / Alterations according to your needs
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Hotel Pickup and Drop Off from all Chania central areas
  • Professional Licenced Historian Tour Guide / Driver
  • Tour Guide in Knossos Palace
  • Private Guided Full Day Tour - You will be alone with your friends/ family
  • Gratuities (Optional)
  • Entrance Fees in Knossos Palace / Heraklion Archaeological Museum (Optional)
  • Lunch/ Drinks at the private guided tour stops

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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