Excursions from Chania

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🏛️ KNOSSOS PALACE - MINOAN HISTORY, MYTH & LEGEND

Travel back in time and discover the fascinating world of the Minoans with a full-day excursion to Knossos Palace, Heraklion and Rethymno.

Knossos is Crete’s most famous archaeological site and the most important palace of the Minoan civilisation. According to mythology, it was the home of the legendary King Minos and is closely connected with the Labyrinth, the Minotaur, Daedalus and Icarus.

🏛️ GUIDED TOUR OF KNOSSOS PALACE

Explore the impressive palace complex accompanied by an official professional guide. During the tour, you will learn about Minoan history, architecture, everyday life and the captivating legends surrounding the ancient palace.

🎧 A whisper audio system is provided, allowing you to hear your guide comfortably and enjoy a high-quality guided experience.

🏙️ FREE TIME IN HERAKLION

Following the visit to Knossos, you will have free time to explore Heraklion city centre.

You can:

🦁 Visit the famous Lions Square and Morosini Fountain
🛍️ Explore the shops and local market
🍽️ Enjoy lunch or refreshments
🏺 Optionally visit the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion

The Archaeological Museum houses one of the world’s most important collections of Minoan artefacts.

🌆 STOP IN RETHYMNO

On the return journey, you will also enjoy a short stop in the beautiful city of Rethymno, with free time to walk through its charming historic centre.

🕒 INDICATIVE SCHEDULE

🚌 Pick-up: 06:15-08:10
☕ Short coffee and comfort stop: 09:00
🏛️ Knossos Palace: 10:00-11:30
🏙️ Heraklion city centre: 12:00-15:00
🌆 Rethymno city: 16:00-17:00
🚌 Return to Chania: 18:00-19:00

💶 EXCURSION PRICE

👤 Adults aged 13+: 48 Euros per person
👧 Children aged 4-12: 24 Euros per child

🎟️ ENTRANCE TICKETS NOT INCLUDED

🏛️ Knossos Palace entrance: 20 Euros per person
🏺 Archaeological Museum: Optional 20 Euros per person

Reduced admission or free entrance may apply to eligible visitors. Please bring a valid ID card or passport.

📅 DEPARTURE DAYS BY AREA

📍 Chania area: Sunday
📍 Kissamos area: Sunday
📍 Akrotiri area: Sunday
📍 Kalyves-Almyrida area: Sunday

The exact pick-up point and time will be confirmed after the reservation.

🎒 WHAT TO BRING

👟 Comfortable clothes and walking shoes
🧴 Sunscreen
🕶️ Sunglasses
🧢 A hat
👕 A lightweight long-sleeved shirt for sensitive skin
💧 Drinking water

ℹ️ No particular fitness level is required. The excursion lasts approximately 8-10 hours.

Please note that the schedule is indicative and may be subject to change. Always follow the instructions of your guide.

For information, availability and reservations, please contact us.