Private Tour Knossos Palace-Archaeological Museum-Heraklion Town
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$699
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Explore magical sight you know from Greek legends and discover the secrets of Minoan civilization with our professional, licensed guide. Visit legendary labyrinth-palace home to Minos, son of Zeus and Europa. Knossos Palace is considered to be the 8th world wonder and it’s well deserved. It is one of the most important artefacts of Minoan civilization. It was almost completely destroyed by the earthquake. However, the reconstruction in 20th century allows us to see now how it looked in its best days. Knossos palace is located quite close to Heraklion, so we can’t miss the opportunity to visit it! You’ll see the “lion square” - the main square of the city with the famous Morosini fountain. We’ll visit the museum of Nikos Kazantzakis - one of the greatest authors of Greece. See Venetian fortress, Nowadays, only walls remain there, however, behind those wall is hidden one of the main sights and the most famous point of the city - Heraklion lighthouse.
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Souda (chania), Crete Information
Souda (Chania), Crete, offers docking at Souda Port. Travelers explore Chania’s Venetian Harbor and Samaria Gorge. Excursions include Elafonisi Beach. Local markets sell dakos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures old town alleys and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance gorge hikes. Souda’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic harbors and scenic beaches, making Souda an engaging destination.
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480 minutes
For Up to 6 persons
For Up to 4 persons
For Up to 10 persons
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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
Important to have: Comfortable shoes, Comfortable clothes, Sunglasses, and Hat Money for souvenirs, drinks, lunch/dinner.
If any participant suffers from any severe allergy (e.g. to bee stings, food allergies/intolerances) or has medical/health issues we need to be aware of, it is important to let us know in advance. This is clearly a safety measure, personal information is by no means violated and we exercise all discretion.
Moysidis Travel is covered by Professional Liability Insurance. Each participant is advised to take out health/travel insurance before travelling to Crete.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.