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Day Trip to Heraklion City & Knossos Palace from Rethymnon.Day Trip to Heraklion City & Knossos Palace from Rethymnon from Markidis Travel Rethymno.
Markidis Travel Rethymno

Day Trip to Heraklion City & Knossos Palace from Rethymnon

Activity
Sightseeing & Bus Tours
Minimum age
No age restrictions
Languages
German, English, French, Greek
Included
Pickup
Note
No licence needed
Meeting place
Rethymno Area - Pick up

We individually arrange a pick-up at your place of accommodation after you completed the booking (return included).

Free cancellation with full refund up to 24 hours before the start of the activity

What to Expect

Join us for a thrilling day trip from Rethymnon to Knossos and Heraklion City. After our departure from Rethymnon, our first stop on this excursion will be at Knossos, where the first Minoan palace was built on the ruins of an ancient Neolithic settlement. This palace is closely connected with fascinating legends, including the famous myth of the labyrinth and the Minotaur.

Our next stop will be Heraklion City, where you will have free time to explore. You can visit the archaeological museum, shop for local goods, enjoy a coffee, or have lunch in one of the many charming spots.

After a day of exploring, we will return to our starting point. This tour is ideal for history enthusiasts, families, and travellers who want to experience both ancient history and modern city life in Crete.


Highlights

• Visit the first Minoan palace at Knossos and learn about the myth of the labyrinth and the Minotaur

• Explore Heraklion City, visit the archaeological museum, and enjoy local shops and restaurants

• Don't worry about a thing thanks to our hotel pick-up service


Itinerary

  • Depart from your accommodation or a nearby place

  • Knossos

  • Heraklion (free time)

  • Arrival back at your accomodation or nearby location


Pick Up

If you wish to make use of our pickup service from the Rethymno Area (Panormo until Kavros), please contact us after completing the booking.


Characteristics of the bus

  • Number of passengers: 47

  • Restroom

  • Accessible to strollers


Not Included

  • Entry ticket to Knossos for 20€ or to Knossos and Museum for 20€

  • Whisper audio guide: €2 per person


Bring Along

  • Sunscreen, sunglasses and hat

  • Cash or card

  • Comfortable shoes and clothes

  • Camera

  • Food and drinks


Good to Know

  • Suitable for children of all ages, pregnant women and the elderly

  • Accessible to strollers

  • Not accessible to wheelchairs

  • Pets allowed upon request (need to be in a pet box, if they can be brought along)

  • Infants (0-3 y.) must sit with their parents on the bus and will not have their own seats

FAQ

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Is hotel pick-up available, and how do I request it?

Yes, a pick-up service is available from the Rethymno area (from Panormo to Kavros). To use this service, you need to contact the provider after you have completed your booking.

What is not included in the price?

The price does not include the €20 entry ticket to Knossos and the museum, or the optional €2 whisper audio guide.

Is this tour suitable for children?

Yes, the tour is suitable for children of all ages. You can bring a stroller on the bus. Please note that infants aged 0-3 must sit on a parent's lap and do not have their own seat.

Can I bring my pet with me?

Pets may be allowed on request, provided they are in a suitable transport box. Please contact the provider after booking to make arrangements.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

No, this tour is not accessible for wheelchair users. However, strollers can be taken on the bus.

What should I bring with me on the tour?

We recommend bringing comfortable shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and something to eat and drink. You will also need cash or a card for expenses like the entrance fee to Knossos.

Is there a restroom on the bus?

Yes, the bus is equipped with a restroom.

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