Knossos Palace, Museum & Rethymno city Private Tour from Chania
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10 giờ
Vé di động
Step back in time on this unforgettable day trip as we explore the roots of European civilization.
Our first destination is the legendary Palace of Knossos, the heart of the ancient Minoan civilization. Walk through the ruins of this grand archaeological site and hear the fascinating myths that surround it — from the Labyrinth and the Minotaur to the tale of Daedalus and Icarus.
Next, we visit the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, one of the most significant museums in Europe. Here, you’ll marvel at over 15,000 artefacts that bring the vibrant Minoan world to life — from frescoes and jewelry to tools and ceremonial items.
To complete our day, we travel to the charming city of Rethymno, where you’ll have free time to wander through the narrow streets of the old town, discover its Venetian and Ottoman architecture, and enjoy the blend of history, culture, and Cretan hospitality that makes this city so unique.
Thông tin khác
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cần Quan Tâm
The Palace of Knossos
Knossos, the heart of the Minoan civilization, lies 5 km southeast of Heraklion, in the valley of the river Kairatos. Crete’s most famous historical attraction, he site is considered to be the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on the island and is referred to as the oldest city in Europe. Knossos was first inhabited by a Neolithic settlement in the seventh century BC. It stayed inhabited for several thousands of years until it was finally abandoned in 1375 BC after its destruction, which marked the end of Minoan civilisation. In 1878, the first large-scale excavation was undertaken by the wealthy art-lover Minos Kalokairinos, while Crete was still under Turkish occupation. This was followed by the long-term excavations (1900-1913 and 1922-1930) of Sir Arthur Evans, who uncovered the whole surrounding area of Knossos.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
The Archaeological Museum of Heraklion is one of the largest and most visited museums in Greece. It is also among the most important museums in Europe. It is home to artefacts from all the periods of Cretan prehistory and history. The exhibitions cover a chronological span of over 5,500 years from the Neolithic period to Roman times. The Minoan collection contains unique examples of Minoan art, many of them true masterpieces. The Archaeological Museum is located in the centre of Heraklion and was built between 1937 and 1940 by the architect Patroklos Karantinos. It was built on a site previously occupied by the Roman Catholic monastery of Saint-Francis which was destroyed by earthquake in 1856. The colors and construction materials used in the building, are similar to certain Minoan wall-paintings.
Tùy chọn
Group 7-15 people (No Guide)
No guided tour in Palace Duration: 10 hours Snacks & Beverages 20 seater Minibus Extra cost for Guided Tour : Extra cost for the Palace 120euro/group (90 minutes) Extra cost for the Palace & Museum 170euro/group (150 minutes) Pickup included
Group 1-6 people (No Guide)
No guided tour in the Palace Duration: 10 hours Snacks & Beverages 9 seater minivan Extra cost for guided tour : Extra cost for the Palace 120euro/group (90 minutes) Extra cost for the Palace & Museum 170euro/group (150 minutes) Pickup included
Group 1-6 people (Guided tour)
Guided tour in the Palace Duration: 10 hours Snacks & Beverages 9 seater minivan Guide in Palace 90 minutes Pickup included
Bao gồm
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Public liability insurance
Sandwiches, Cretan pastries in a snack box
Guided tour in the palace (if option selected)
USB charging ports in van
Air-conditioned vehicle
Cold soft drinks, juice, beer, bottled water
Gratuities
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
The Palace of Knossos
Điểm đón
Chọn điểm đón
Chính sách hủy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Palace of Knossos Private tour
ritasven33,5 thg 5, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Palace of Knossos private tour was fantastic. Our wonderful driver picked us up from the boat port and took us to the site. Our tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable and fantastic. I am so glad I went. The company, Chania Private Tours, makes you feel safe and welcomed. One of the best vacation experiences I have ever had. I highly recommend them.
Thanos and Christine are amazing!!
Hanna H,4 thg 4, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00We had an amazing day with Christine and Thanos. Our day was filled with Greek history and culture, and the tour was thoughtfully crafted with breaks along the way. Christine was a wonderful guide, and provided helpful context of Knossos palace, even though we didn’t book a guided tour. Her and Thanos provide welcomed knowledge of Cretan traditions, food, and culture along the way.
Great experience
S1553LQbrianc,3 thg 4, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic - Christina and driver were ouatanding
5 Stars for SeaByBus Explore Crete!
melissafS5246KX,3 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing experience! Christine worked with us to customize this itinerary based on our needs and interests. She responded promptly and clearly to all communication communications. (email and WhatsApp.). She is unbelievably informative and shared so much history and background with our family. She arranged for an archaeologist tour guide at the Palace of Knosses and arranged for the most unique and delicious lunch experience in Heraklion. They generously provided water and snacks and meal-to-go for our family. The van was very comfortable and had Wi-Fi and a video to visually complement the information she shared. Christine was so wonderful helping to personalize this itinerary, that we worked directly with her on other full day experiences in Crete. We highly recommend Christine and SeaByBus Explore Crete (a family business) for any travel experiences on Crete.
Our New-Found Family in Crete
mat0290,1 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour with Christine and Thanos! It's like having new-found family in Chania and in Crete. Visited the Knossos Palace, the Archeological Museum. Christine was very responsive to all my queries in WhatsApp and even gave us recommendations (and helped us made reservations) for nearby restaurants as it was New Year's Eve and restaurants were mostly packed. I would also like to commend the replacement stop in the olive oil factory in lieu of Rethymnon we requested in order for us to see how they produce Cretan olive oil. The "snacks" were very fulfilling and a pleasant surprise as it was more of a meal rather than just a snack! On the way to the Knossos, Christine aslo provided us with much information about Cretan culture, food, music, and dance. Our guide for the tour in Knossos and the archeological museum, Talia, was amazing, enthusiastic and informative, and is someone who truly enjoys what she does. All-in-all an amazing tour. Hopefully we get to come back and join in another one of their tours. Cheers :)
We had a wonderful...
Bryan H,28 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00We had a wonderful experience on our private tour of Knossos Palace, the Archeological Museum, and Rethymno city with Christine and our friendly driver. Thanks to Crete’s Winter Sundays, we enjoyed free entrance to both the palace and museum, which made the day even more special. Christine’s in-depth knowledge provided us with a fascinating personal history lesson, and the door-to-door service in the comfortable van was much appreciated. Lunch was amazing, and every part of the tour was enjoyable, making it a truly memorable outing.
Wonderful experience!
Barbara N,1 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00The entire experience was wonderful from the communication prior to the trip through droping off back at our accommodations. Our guides were very kind and knowledgeable, telling us all about local customs, traditions and history. The refreshments and lunch were very good and much appreciated! Knossos palace and the museums were fantastic on their own but I am so glad we had a guide to give us inside information we would otherwise have missed. I highly recommend this tour! Thank you for the experience!
Great tour
Angela C,16 thg 10, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00Great comfort, knowledgeable guide, informative and well designed tour . Thank you for amazing historical adventure!
Konossos palace, museum and Rethymo tour
Jim S,22 thg 9, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Christine and Thanos made this a pleasant and informative experience for the group (6 of us). Their timing to the palace and museum was perfect. They could not have been nicer to spend the day exploring the island and learning about Greek life in Crete. I would recommend the trip most highly!!
Knossos in comfort
Linda J,18 thg 9, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00A wonderful trip with door to door service which made for a very relaxing experience. Thanos was a great driver and Christina a lovely and personable guide. The trip is well organised and everything ran like clockwork. The vehicle was very comfortable and spacious and the onboard videos were informative. We loved the packed lunch and drinks. A great trip and would thoroughly recommend it.
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