Crete private tour: Knossos Palace, Archaeological museum, and Heraklion Town
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Crete private tour: Knossos Palace, Archaeological museum, and Heraklion Town
By Kivotos of Aegean Travel
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Ages 1-99
Duration: 5h
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Live guide: English
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- Private tour
- Transport by private vehicle
- Professional guide
- Heraklion Port pickup and drop-off
- Hotels pickup and drop-off (Heraklion town only)
- There is a supplement charge for pick up and drop off from other locations.
What's not included- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees to the Knossos Palace and the Archaeological museum
- Entry/Admission - Heraklion Archaeological Museum
- Entry/Admission - The Palace of Knossos
- Start:Traveller pickup offered.Pickup details
- Free pick up from centrally located hotels in Heraklion town
Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.- Heraklion cruise port
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 16227P4- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 16227P4
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- Discover392252984600 contributionsOutstanding travel companyOur experiences with Kivotos of Aegean Travel, specifically with our tour contact, Despina was nothing short of amazing. Initially we booked in January then a health set back was possibly going to interfere with our trip. That being said we had wonderful support and communication with Despina, who made us feel completely comfortable in what we were all experiencing and what the future of the trip held. We eventually got past the health concern and were able to go. In a world so intent on money, and at times can be uncaring this company exceeded our expectations.Written 12 November 2024
- Sightsee141271444970 contributionsA Trip of a lifetimeFrom the beginning to the end our trip was fantastic.Panos & his team managed to make our holiday a dream come true.From meeting us at airports,arranging transportation to hotels,ferries everything went smoothly.The location & quality of our hotels ,the private guided tours all contributed to an amazing experience.Written 7 November 2024
- NancyN86750 contributionsAmazing Experience, perfectly tailored trip!!Hands down, working with Panos was the best decision I made. I normally plan every aspect of my global vacations. A few friends recommend working with him. The entire experience was seamless. He was so quick to respond, worked to create a 11 day itinerary that met our every wish. The hotels were located perfectly and each excursion was fantastic. Having someone with expertise of island hoping was a big plus. All our transfers, flights and tour pick ups were so easy it made for the ultimate relaxing vacation. Panos even met us in Athens and personally walked us around for an hour. I could not have been happier. He even checked in on us during the trip to make sure everything was going great. I have already shared his contact information with a friend. It was a really positive experience working with such a professional that was happy to help answer any question. He completely customized our trip and we loved every aspect. I can't wait to return to Greece. I can't recommend him enough. Do yourself a favor and let him take care of the details so you can live your best Greek Life for a few days!!!Written 28 October 2024
- brnidgrl9120 contributionsExcellent TourWe had an amazing time on this tour! Our driver, Marios, was knowledgeable and friendly. He was a local who grew up on the island and gave us so much history from the early days of Mykonos to the island after WW II to the 60s-70s when it became a destination spot to the present. He took us to common tourist sites and to other spots that were not where the tour bus groups go. We drove the island and then walked through the city, all while receiving an excellent education! Highly recommend Marios and this tour!!Written 22 October 2024
- terryo1630 contributionsAwesome experienceOur tour organizer Panos did a fabulous job of giving us just what we wanted and even more. We saw and learned so much through the tours he arranged and got time to explore the islands on our own.Written 21 October 2024
- AngelaA4420 contributionsWonderfully Organised Trip = Great Experience!Right from getting in touch through the Kivotos website, we received a quick reply and a great itinerary compiled by Panos. We basically told him what we wanted to see and he came back with an itinerary with hotel options and travel options. Panos always replied quickly to any queries we had and was really helpful. We went to four different Greek Islands - Milos, Santorini, Paros and Mykonos. We also had a few nights in Athens. We went with mostly five star hotels and one four star. They were all great hotels with great views and facilities. Panos had organised all our transfers and ferries. We just had to turn up! It was stress free and so nice to know if we needed any help Panos was just a call away. He also organised a half day tour for us in Athens which was really worth doing. We got taken up to the Acropolis and the guide explained everything so we weren't just walking around looking at a bunch of old ruins! Panos also took the time to meet us in person on our arrival in Athens which we thought was a really nice thing to do and it set our mind at ease that our trip was going to be a great one! We would highly recommend using Kivotos for all your travel needs in Greece and beyond. They offer a great service and create a wonderful holiday for you.Written 19 October 2024
- A2601IEbriank0 contributionsAnother Great Experience with Kivotos of Aegean TravelSo happy that three years I discovered Kivotos of Aegean Travel and especially Panos! This is the second Mediterranean cruise Panos helped planned. He arranged all the ground transportation, hotel (before and after the cruise) and the cruise itself. The car service was always prompt and had the same driver, Kostos, for all transfers, who was friendly and professional. Again, Panos made this trip seamless, enjoyable and carefree. I have already enlisted his service to plan next years cruise. Panos is the extreme professional who listens, offers suggestions and pays attention to details. His communication to any question is returned in a timely manner. After using the agency for three consecutive years the service always exceeds expectations. I highly recommend Kivotos of Aegean Travel. you will not be disappointed!!!!Written 28 September 2024
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- Qwinette0 contributionsAthens, Santorini, Rome Tour by Kivotos of Aegean TravelI am very lucky to have found Kivotos of Aegan Travel and have my recent tour to Greece and Italy arranged by Despina. The tour arrangement and the itineraries were very detailed and organized. I also have enough leisure time to explore and enjoy the places. They have assigned very professional tour guides who speak English like a native. The transfers were smooth and drivers were professional and very punctual. All bookings, flights, ferry ride were scrupulously arranged. I did not face any single concern or difficulty in terms of mobility. They arranged representatives in every area or destination to meet with me to answer any questions I may have, Ms. Aphrodite was so kind and have even spent her precious time, showing me around the center of Athens and give her recommendations (restaurant, food, etc.). The 24/7 support is something I also appreciate especially since it's my first time in Greece and Italy, and was travelling solo. Despina would check me from time to time if my day and tour went well and if there is anything I need. She's such an amazing person! And best part is when Despina upgraded my hotel in Santorini, the view was ethereal! The best in Santorini. Something that I may not be able to find by booking the hotel myself. So grateful of her kindness. It was a pity I was alone and couldn't share the joy and excitement I felt. I just so love everything they arranged for me. It is definitely the kind of experience you'd never wanna miss! I am very sure Despina would cater to the kind of tour and experience any client would prefer. It is always best to go to local agency to arrange the best experience for you. I am very happy and highly recommend Kivotos of Agean Travel. Thank you very much for making my tour experience in Europe enjoyable and one of the most memorable!Written 27 June 2024
- L7502INbrendas0 contributionsFirst time in Greece! Panos@kivotostravel.com created the perfect itinerary and met all our expectations!This was our first trip to Greece! Panos Zafiriou, with Kivotos of Agean Travel, created the perfect itinerary for our group! He made this an unforgettable trip! First, we flew into Athens and spent the day touring Athens, which was amazing and stayed at a beautiful and perfectly located hotel, Herodion Hotel with fantastic staff. The next day we flew to Santorini and spent 5 breathtaking days there! We did the semi private catamaran cruise, visited Santos Winery, toured the entire island and stayed in the most incredibly beautiful hotel, Volcano View Hotel, with the most gracious staff!! Then, we took the ferry, Worldchampion Jet, to Naxos where we spent 6 unforgettable days! We had a fabulous time and so much fun on the Naxos Cruise, went on a private tour of the island, went to beautiful white sand beaches, ate at many delicious restaurants with the most gracious owners and servers, had fun partying in downtown Naxos and took a cooking class at a private home and learned even more about the culture and lifestyle of the people of Naxos! Finally, we flew back to Athens and indulged in the incredible food, explored more of the city and stayed at the Acropolian Spirit Hotel, which topped the trip off, especially because of the very friendly bartender and the super talented and gracious chef in the restaurant! Thank you Panos for creating a trip of a lifetime for us!Written 21 June 2024
- davidgS7275AH0 contributionsTruly amazing vacation to Greece!Recently returned from an amazing Greece vacation all made possible by Kivotos of Aegean Travel and especially Panos! It was the most stress free, relaxing and beautiful vacation we’ve ever been on! Panos presented various accommodations as well tours/activities for us to choose from and all were top notch! Santorini, Paros, Mykonos, and Athens - a fantastic mix of serenity, great food, and everlasting memories. He was there every step of the way and reached out during the trip to ensure everything was perfect. I highly recommend this agency and Panos to anyone looking for a guaranteed beautiful and amazing trip! I’m anxiously awaiting our itinerary for our next Greece trip that Panos will definitely be putting together! Thank you Panos and everyone at the agency that made our dream Greece trip a fantastic experience!Written 15 June 2024
- 544glennaw0 contributionsDespina of Kivotos TravelDespina of Kivotos again planned our trip to Greece. She planned our first trip in 2015 and she did a fabulous job. We spent 10 days in Athens, Paris and Santorini in May 2024. No detail was left unplanned. We would highly recommend her as a travel agent!Written 5 June 2024
- brittanysG9608XC0 contributionsGreat experience with Greece trip planningHighly recommend Kivotos of Aegean Travel and especially Panos! He was very helpful in planning all of the details of our trip to Mykonos and Santorini. We had no issues with transfers, tours, or hotel check-ins. He arranged everything and was always willing to offer other options when asked. He also checked in during the trip to ensure things were going smoothly. I would definitely use his services again and will recommend Kivotos to anyone looking to travel to Greece.Written 1 June 2024
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Michael
Cincinnati, OH15 contributions
Having seen the art, pottery, jewelry, money, arms that were excavated at the palace, and the model recreation of the site at the museum before visiting the palace helped the ruins come to life. As impressive as the model was, physically walking the ruins helped us understand why it took 100 years and 35 different kings to construct this massive compound 1500 years before the birth of Christ. You can still see the remains of the earliest man made water and sewage piping systems, and the first known paved road in Europe. Our guide was exceptional with details for just about any questions we had. Comfortable shoes and a hat are a must for this tour. You can purchase water at the entrance to the site. This tour is worth the full day.
Written 14 September 2018
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Can I be picked up at Ikaros Beach Resort Hotel in Malia?
Written 1 August 2019
Gavin
Westcliff-on-Sea, United Kingdom
Hi. We have a party of 4, of which 2 speak English and 2 Russian. Are there any guides that speak both languages
Written 2 June 2019
Sharmaine T
Singapore, Singapore
Is it possible to do this tour with a pick-up from Chania, but that I have a flight from Chania Airport on the 15 Mar @ 7:15pm?
Written 5 March 2019
I do believe this is possible if you plan on doing only the Knossos Palace Site tour, using private transportation to and from the site. Chania is about a 2.5 hour drive one way, through the Port City of Heraklion, and on to Knossos.
The site opens at 8AM and there is a self paced, audio tour using your own personal (smart)phone that you can do. The full site is about a 2 hour tour. Depending on what time you leave the site and head back to Chania, you may need to add 30-40 minutes additional time to get through rush hour traffic, for a total return trip of about 3 hours.
I would not recommend attempting this with the available bus tours. The travel time increases significantly given they have designated routes and stops along the way to and from the palace site, and their tours are mostly half day tours including additional stops at other locations.
So yes, I believe it's possible. Start early, arrange your own private transportation, and do the self guided tour. You should be able to tour the palace and make it back in time for your flight. Best of luck!
Written 5 March 2019
If we are in the port at 8am and meet our driver at 8:30, is it possible to be finished at the museum by 12:00pm? We assume we will visit Knossos first? We are trying to meet up with someone at noon to travel to a winery and wonder whether this is possible to do within this time frame? Thank you.
Written 31 August 2018
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