Full description
Embark on a captivating journey. Drive just 5 kilometers southeast of the city to explore the iconic Knossos Palace, a testament to advanced architectural techniques and a pivotal structure built between 1700 and 1400 BC. This ancient marvel, standing up to 5 stories high, is surrounded by Neolithic settlements dating back to 7000 BC, showcasing the enduring history of the region.
Uncover the remnants of the Minoan civilization as you traverse the extensive ruins of Knossos Palace, featuring 1,300 rooms connected by corridors, a theater, and expansive storerooms holding a treasure trove of goods such as oil, grains, dried fish, beans, and olives – often concealing gold beneath. Discovered in 1878 by Minos Kalokairinos, the site underwent thorough excavation starting in 1900 by the renowned English archaeologist Sir Arthur Evans and his team, spanning 35 years.
Following the enlightening visit to the historic site, return to the terminal in front of terminal of Cretan Spiti Travel at 11:30, enriched with a deeper understanding of the ancient Minoan civilization and the architectural marvel that is Knossos Palace.
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Additional information
● Please be at the meeting point 20 minutes before the tour departure time
● Please note that tickets, meals and other services that are not mentioned in the inclusions can be contracted as optional supplements or can be paid directly at the destination. Remember to bring extra money
● The following visitor categories are entitled to free admission to archaeological sites: Children and young people up to 25 years old from EU member states; Children and young people up to 18 years old from non-EU countries. In both cases, they must present their ID card or passport in advance to verify their age and country of origin
● This tour has a minimum of two people to operate
Inclusions
✔ Air-conditioned Motorcoach
✔ Professional Guide
✔ VAT and all legal taxes
Exclusions
✖ Hotel pick-up and drop-off
✖ Entrance fees to archaeological sites
✖ Headphones
✖ Tickets, meals and drinks except if expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Other unspecified service
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service.
Cancellation with less time or no-show, no refund will be made.
Meeting point
Opposite the entrance of the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, in front of Hari’s Creperie.
On the left side of the road, you will see the entrance to the museum, and on the other side, behind the statue, the creperie with the benches