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Knossos Palace and Heraklion City
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Knossos palace is Crete’s most visited archaeological site.Discover the most well know myths about the Minotaur and the Labyrinth while walking through the history of the Minoan civilization. The first excavation of the site was conducted in 1878 by Minos Kalokerinos of Heraklion. This was followed by the long-term excavations 1900-1913 and 1922-1930) of the Englishman Sir Arthur Evans, who uncovered virtually the entire palace.While walking through the palace one can admire the Frescoes,pottery and the Throne room. This great civilization was destroyed at the explosion of the volcano of Santorini island. Come with us and our professional guide-archaelogist to learn about the history and the myths that surround this great palace.
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Knossos Palace and Heraklion City
Itinerary
Morning Departure:
Pickup: We will pick you up from your hotel at our designated stops. Our guide will inform you about the tour program. First Stage:
Breakfast: We will stop for 30 minutes on the national road outside Rethymno for breakfast. Second Stage:
Visit to the Palace of Knossos: Arrival at the Palace of Knossos and a 2-hour guided tour by a professional archaeologist. The tour is conducted in English. Ticket Price: Palace of Knossos and Archaeological Museum: €15 + €5 (EU citizens up to 25 years old free, non-EU citizens up to 6 years old free, seniors over 65 half price). Payment is made upon arrival. Third Stage:
Free Time in Hersonissos: After the tour, transfer to the center of Heraklion. You will have approximately 2 hours of free time to visit the Heraklion Archaeological Museum or to have lunch and explore the capital of Crete. Fourth Stage:
Return: On the return trip, we will make a 20-minute stop for refreshments. Arrival in Chania around 18:30. Approximate arrival time: 18:30.
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