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Legendary Knossos and Heraklion tour from Chania
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Duration - 12 hours
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Guide optionsEnglish
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Cancellation PolicyStandard
Overview
Legendary Knossos and Heraklion tour from Chania will make you explore the oldest city & civilization of Europe. Get ready to learn more about the Cretan Mythology and History while also enjoying some free time to discover Heraklion town or makings a visit to Archaeological Museum
Highlights
- Excelent for couples or families
- Learn and experience history by yourself
Description
Legendary Knossos and Heraklion tour from Chania
Knossos is the site of the most important and better-known palace of Minoan civilization. According to tradition, it was the seat of the legendary king Minos. The Palace is also connected with thrilling legends, such as the myth of the Labyrinth with the Minotaur and the story of Daedalus and Icarus. The site was continuously inhabited from the Neolithic period (7000- 3000 B.C.) until Roman times.
On the other hand, history is very much alive in the old town of Heraklion, just like in most Greek cities.From the old Venetian Harbour, the August 25th Str.,leads to the old town's centre. The central square while surrounded by cafes, stores and restaurants, is dominated by the fountain of the Lions, built by Morozini the venetian governor in 1628. The Town Hall, is today housed in the Venetian Loggia, a building from the same era and next to it, the plateau and the cathedral of Agios Titos an exceptional monument from the Byzantine era. The archaeological museum is considered to be one of the most famous museums all over Europre and definately worths a visit.
What's included
- Inclusions:
- Pick-up/Drop-Off
- Official Guide
- Air-Conditioned Luxury Bus
- Whispers
- Full Liability Insurance
- Exclusions:
- Entrance Fees are not included and are paid on the spot in cash 15euro
Itinerary
- Visited Places:
- Knossos Palace
- Heraklion
Indicative Time-Table
06.40‐07.50 Pick up
09.00 Coffee break for 20’
10.30 Arrival at Knossos Palace – Guiding
12.00 Departure from Knossos to Heraklion
12.30‐15.30 Free time at Heraklion City
If you wish you may visit by yourselves the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion
15.30 Departure from Heraklion
IMPORTANT!: Dep. time must be confirmed with local guide
17.00 Coffee break for 20’
18.00‐18.30 Arrival at your Hotel
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Legendary Knossos and Heraklion tour from Chania duration is 12 hours.
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