Knossos Wine & More
Overview
• Private tour with a certified guide is the best way to explore Knossos Archaeological Site - the heart of the Minoan kingdom, one of the most fascinating ancient cities in the world.
• Experience by tasting the local wine varieties of Crete at a winery in the heart of winemaking region.
• Meet the locals in the traditional village of Archanes, named as one of the most picturesque in Crete, and enjoy a delicious lunch.
• Admire in the Archeological museum of Heraklion the greatest collection of the Minoan art.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- Lunch
- Alcoholic beverages Tasting of 4 different wines in our winery visit
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entrance tickets in Knossos Palace and Museum
Meeting and Pickup
Leoforos Nearchou
Iraklio 712 02, Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
This day tour comprises the highlight of Minoan civilization, the best wine experience of Crete, delicious food
and panoramic view - get your camera ready!
The re-built Knossos Archaeological site was at the heart of Minoan
civilization while the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion has
collected the exquisite finds and selected assortment of Minoan
masterpieces from across the island.
Crete is home to wonderful wine varieties. Exotic-sounding vilana,
kostifali, vidiano are only some of the Cretan indigenous grapes.
Wine making in Crete can be traced down to antiquity and Cretan
winemakers have managed to produce excellent, award-winning
wines.The renowned family-owned winery where we will enjoy the wine tasting.
The lunch in a small, traditional, family-owner taverns home-grown
and freshly prepared delicacies is a must.Here is the opportunity to get the taste of truly authentic Cretan dishes.
Catch a glimpse of a traditional village life in Archanes - wonder its narrow pathways where a life takes place hidden from the public eye; village's main square, where the Cretans gather around the glass of raki (local spirit)
are the social centers of the island.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Knossos Wine & More?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-122315P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Key West Private Charters customers.
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- 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).
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
- Lunch.
- Alcoholic beverages. Tasting of 4 different wines in our winery visit.
- Private transportation.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Entrance tickets in Knossos Palace and Museum.
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 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If 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 2025Accessibility information for the Knossos Wine & More is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Knossos Wine & More 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 2024Once 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.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
- Lunch
- Alcoholic beveragesTasting of 4 different wines in our winery visit
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entrance tickets in Knossos Palace and Museum
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
