One of the most popular city tours combines a visit to the main architectural object of the Minoan era, the Palace of Knossos, the Archaeological Museum, and a walk to the town center, including observation of the main sights and your free time in town.
- Plan to spend half a day immersing yourself in the mysteries of ancient Crete. You will have a walk through the territory of the Knossos Palace, which, according to one of the versions, could be the labyrinth of the Minotaur;
- The Archeological Museum prides itself on its unique Minoan collection, which includes masterpieces of Minoan art. It is rightly considered the museum of Minoan culture par excellence.
- Explore the main sights of Heraklion during the 20-minute walking tour.
- Dining, shopping, or walking—spend your free time in Heraklion according to your preferences.
Make this itinerary yours
This is a sample itinerary of Heraklion for inspiration. Your personalized Heraklion tour will be tailored precisely to match your interests, dates, and special requests.
- Comfortable clothing and walking shoes
- Sun hat
- Sunscreens
- Cash and credit card for extra costs and personal expenses
*In case of pregnancy, any health issues, or disability please contact us to reconfirm if this tour is suitable for you.
- 24 hours or less: no refund
- 48 hours or less: 50% cancellation fee
- 96 hours or less: 25% cancellation fee
- 96+ hours: full refund
Our guide will pick you up at the gate of your hotel.
*You must wear comfortable clothes and shoes, a hat, and put on sunscreen (use on all parts of your skin exposed to the sun, including the ears, back, shoulders, and the back of the knees and legs). Among your personal belongings you will have with you on tour, please have cash for paying your expenses (some shops do not accept credit cards).
Our way will first lead to Knossos Palace, which was the ceremonial and political center of the Minoan civilization and culture. The Palace of Knossos is the monumental symbol of the Minoan civilization, due to its construction, use of luxury materials, architectural plan, advanced building techniques, and impressive size. A professional licensed guide will lead the 1-hour visit.
We follow up with the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, one of the oldest and most remarkable museums in Greece, and among the most important museums in Europe. The museum prides itself on the unique Minoan collection, which includes the masterpieces of Minoan art. It is rightly considered the museum of Minoan culture par excellence.A licensed guide will also accompany the tour of the museum.
We finalize the tour with a nice walk in the center of the town showing the main sights of the city, such as the main square with a Venetian fountain, the Loggia, and the market.
Our guide will provide directions according to your interests and needs (shopping, city center dining experience, attractive photo areas, etc.), explain the meeting point, and let you have some free time in town.
Boarding the coach and departing for the hotel.
*There is also an option to make this tour in the afternoon, from 4 PM until 10 PM.