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MINOAN PALACE OF KNOSSOS - ARCHEOLOGICAL MUSEUM TOUR
6 h
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About this activity
Itinerary starts with pick Up From hotel from 8:00am. Arrive at Knossos Palace, tour for appx 1:30 hr. Leave Knossos and arrive at Heraklion City centre. Archeological Museum, tour appx 1:30 hr. Free time in Heraklion city and brief city tour appx 1:30. Return to hotel.
The first excavations were begun in 1878 by the Heraklian Minos Kalokairinos. A bit later (1900-1913 & 1922-1930)the excavations by the British Sir Arthur Evans were to complete the scientific research, bringing to light the Minoan palace in its entirety, which was, according to tradition, the residence of the wise King Minos.
The palace of Knossos spreads around the large Central Court. You will reach the awe inspiring Throne Room, the fresco of the “Prince of the Lilies”, the imposing Grand Staircase, the Queen’s Megaron in the east.
Highlights of visit:
The Palace Of Knossos , the first European Civilization
The Archaeological Museum its architecture and artefacts from the history of Crete.
Additional Info:
Included : Bus, guide
Not included : Entrance to Knossos Palace & Archaeological Museum : Combined ticket : 16
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The first excavations were begun in 1878 by the Heraklian Minos Kalokairinos. A bit later (1900-1913 & 1922-1930)the excavations by the British Sir Arthur Evans were to complete the scientific research, bringing to light the Minoan palace in its entirety, which was, according to tradition, the residence of the wise King Minos.
The palace of Knossos spreads around the large Central Court. You will reach the awe inspiring Throne Room, the fresco of the “Prince of the Lilies”, the imposing Grand Staircase, the Queen’s Megaron in the east.
Highlights of visit:
The Palace Of Knossos , the first European Civilization
The Archaeological Museum its architecture and artefacts from the history of Crete.
Additional Info:
Included : Bus, guide
Not included : Entrance to Knossos Palace & Archaeological Museum : Combined ticket : 16
Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Local taxes
- Driver/guide
- Local guide
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Not included
- Drinks
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Most travelers can participate
- Not wheelchair accessible
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Features
Cultural
95%
Tourism
90%
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