Day Trip to Heraklion and the Palace of Knossos from Rethymno and Chania

About the Activity

What to Expect

Take a journey through time and explore the Minoan palace at Knossos on a day trip from Rethymnon or Chania. Leave from either Rethymnon or Chania and journey eastward along Crete's picturesque north coast. As you pass through the bustling city of Heraklion, you edge closer to the heart of the island, where the tour’s highlight, the iconic Palace of Knossos, awaits.

Immerse yourself in the rich history of King Minos and the Minoan civilization as you explore one of the world's most significant archaeological sites. Hear the captivating tales of the Minotaur and Ariadne and unravel the intriguing narrative of the Minoan period. Then, have the opportunity to either join a guided tour or spend approximately two hours exploring the palace at your own pace.

Afterward, the bus will transport you to the vibrant capital city of Crete, Heraklion. There, you can visit the archaeological museum, where a wealth of artifacts from the Minoan period are on display. With the guidance of your tour guide, delve deeper into the history and culture of ancient Crete. Spend two hours exploring the city at your leisure, taking in the sights and sounds that make Heraklion so unique.

Highlights

- Explore the Minoan palace at Knossos on a day trip from Rethymnon or Chania

- Depart from either Rethymnon or Chania and travel eastward along Crete's picturesque north coast

- Immerse yourself in the rich history of King Minos and the Minoan civilization

- Visit the vibrant capital city of Crete, Heraklion, where you can explore the archaeological museum and spend two hours at your leisure

Itinerary

• Departure from your chosen pick up location

• Palace of Knossos

• Heraklion

• Return to the prior pick up location

How to Get There

We meet 20 minutes before the booked start time, at your chosen starting point.

Pick Up

Our pick up service is available from the areas of Rethymno and Chania, simply let us know where you are staying after completing the booking. We will pick you up at a designated point at or very near to your accommodation at the scheduled pickup time. Please note that for pick up outside of these areas, additional surcharges may apply, to be paid on site.

Characteristics of the bus

• Number of passengers: 50 to 75 (depending on the bus)

• Restroom

Included Services

• Live tour guide in English, and additionally German and French from Rethymno

• Hotel pick up and drop-off from Rethymno or Chania area. If you are located outside this area, a surcharge may be asked to be paid in cash on-site.

Not Included

• Entry ticket Knossos Palace and the Archaeological Museum entry (€15 + €12 for adults and free for children under 18)

Bring Along

• Sunscreen, sunglasses and hat

• Cash

• Food and drinks

Good to Know

• Not accessible to wheelchairs

• No pets allowed

• Please note that your trip duration may vary depending on your starting point, making the journey longer.