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Private Guided Tour to Knossos Palace, Arch. Museum & Heraklion

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Overview

Crete is an island full of treasures you need a lifetime to discover.
It is also one of the safest places in the world.
With this tour you get in touch with the rich Cretan History, the famous Cretan Hospitality, the local Culture, the Cretan Cuisine, which is the base of the Mediterranean Diet.
This tour is suitable for visitors with the cruise ships also. It is a private tour and you can decide, where to stop and how much time to spend on each place.
With the help of our Experienced Professional Licensed Tourist Guide, who will be with you during the whole tour, you will travel back in time, as far as the 7th Millennium BC, visiting the Palace of Knossos and the Archaeological Museum. Then you will explore the Old Town of Heraklion and admire the signs of all the different civilizations that stopped by the island through the ages.
With this tour you take home nice feelings, beautiful impressions and you look forward to come back.

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What's Included

✓ Included

Experienced Professional Licensed Tourist Guide
Fridge with cold bottled water, other refreshments available on request
Baby or Booster car seat available on request
Private transportation with Mini Van for up to 6 persons
Liability Insurance

✗ Not Included

Entrance fee for Heraklion Archaelogical Museum 12€ per person unless you are eligible for deduction
Entrance fee for The Palace of Knossos 20€ per person unless you are eligible for deduction
Meals, coffees and any other drinks are not included.
Transportation with a luxury mini bus for more than 6 person can be arranged at an extra cost
Professional Licensed Tourist Guide on other language can be arranged on request

Itinerary

Stop 1

THE MAGNIFICENT PALACE OF COLOURS Wander in the footsteps of the Minoans, visiting the oldest and most important monument on Crete, Greece and whole Europe. The construction of Knossos Palace sets the pattern of organization in Crete and Greece too. It implies a peaceful period of great wealth, prosperity and concentration of authorities both political and religious. It was the center of administration of the entire island during Minoan times. Its position is such that allowed unprecedented growth and prosperity as witnessed by the plethora of storage magazines, workshops, and wall paintings. The elegant wall frescoes, which decorated the halls, speak of people who approached the subtleties of life and the splendor of nature with a joyous disposition. The Palace radiates a joyous exuberance through the elaborate architectural planes and volumes that were clustered around the central courtyard. Our Professional Licensed Tourist Guide will make this visit an unforgettable experience.

Stop 2

TRAVEL BACK IN TIME Let history unfold before your eyes visiting the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion. Telling the story of Crete brings to life, with more than 15.000 exhibits, a chronological span from the Neolithic period (7000 BC) to the Roman Empire (320 AD). It houses findings from all over Crete. It is one of the oldest and the largest museums in Greece. It is among the most important museums in Europe and the whole world. It is also the best in the world for the Minoan Culture. It contains by far the richest and complete collection of Minoan masterpieces. The Minoan findings are unique. Wander through the 27 halls, with our Guide and learn about the evolution of local pottery from the Neolithic period to Minoan period elaborate forms, the every day life and their favorite sports. Admire the Kamares ware, the famous "LA PARISIENNE" and "LILLY PRINCE" frescoes. Discover the secrets of the King Minos ring, the Golden Bee etc. Meet the famous SNAKE GODDESSES and many more.

Stop 3

THE CITY THROUGH THE AGES It is not a coincidence that for centuries was the metropolitan city of the island and still holds the scepter. It has kept the tradition of one of the most attractive cities in Mediterranean. The city is alive all year round, day and night. Offers many interesting activities and a pleasant every day life to all ages and interests. Due to its strategic location a lot of different civilizations have left their signs. Loggia, Piazza Dei Signori, Morozini fountain, St Marcus Basilica, Ruga Maistra, Palazzo del Capitan Generale, Armeria, the Huge Walls of the Great Venetian Fortification, Efkafi, Behi Sekeria Mansion, Bon Marche, St Titus Church, St Minas Cathedral and many other beautiful monuments, standing until today, are waiting for you to admire. The market has almost everything. All local Cretan products are delivering outstanding results in health of the people all over the world. The Cretan cuisine holds one of the secrets of good health and longevity .

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Good to Know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The tour is available for travelers on wheelchair except Knossos Palace where only part of the Palace is accessible to wheelchairs. The vehicles aren't configured for wheelchairs and any disability should be discused before booking the tour.
The Professional Licensed Tourist Guide takes care for the tickets for you and you don't have to wait on the line for Knossos Palace and for the Archaelogical Museum.
The tour can be arranged with an English or German or Italian or French or Greek speaking Professional Licensed Guide. Any other language upon request.
The transportation is with a minivan up to 6 persons but can be arranged with a minibus for up to 11 persons at an extra cost
This is a strictly private tour
Any health problems or any disabilities should be discussed before booking the tour

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Special Instructions

Entrance tickets can be booked in the entrance or from : https://etickets.tap.gr
More information : http://odysseus.culture.gr/h/3/eh355.jsp?obj_id=2369