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Knossos - Zeus Cave - Old Traditional Villages-Olive Oil Factory
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Heraklion Half-Day Tour | Knossos & Top Sights | Cruise-Friendly
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Heraklion Half-Day Tour | Knossos & Top Sights | Cruise-Friendly is a 6-hour history and culture tour in Iraklion, booked through Viator. From $70. Starts 7:00 am, 7:30 am, 8:00 am, 8:30 am, 9:00 am, 9:30 am, 10:00 am, 10:30 am, 11:00 am, 11:30 am, 12:00 pm, 12:30 pm, 1:00 pm, 1:30 pm, 2:00 pm, 2:30 pm, 3:00 pm and 11:30 pm. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
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About this excursion
Private & Personalized: Choose Your 6- or 4-Hour Itinerary
Perfect for Cruise Stops & Island Stays
Guaranteed on-time return to your ship
More than just stops — a Hosted Cultural Journey!
6-Hour Option: Choose Three (3) Authentic Experiences from the list below.
4-Hour Option: Choose Two (2) Authentic Experiences
Knossos Palace | Olive Mill Tour & Tasting | Winery Tour & Tasting | Pottery Workshop & Monastery | Traditional Village | Archaeological Museum & City Stroll | Or a place on your wish list.
Message us your picks in advance or choose on the day.
Enjoy narrated drives through Heraklion, charming villages, and scenic landscapes between experiences. Discover authentic Cretan traditions, from pottery, wine, and olive oil to history and local culture — traditions that continue to shape life on the island today.
Exclusively for cruise guests arriving at Heraklion Port (there are 3 cruise ports on Crete)
Private Tour · Shore Excursion · Day Trip · Afternoon
What’s included in this excursion
Included
- Harbor, Hotel, or Meeting Point Pickup & Drop-Off
- Bottled water
- Knowledgeable Local Driver-Host Fluent in English
- Planning & Organization of your Personalized Tour
- Fuel, Tolls, Taxes, and Fees
- Liability Insurance
- Hygiene Amenities and First Aid Kit
- Private Transportation in a Comfortable Van
Not included
- Winery Tour & Indigenous Wines Tasting from
- Knossos Palace(Free: EU65)
- Archaeological Museum Heraklion(Free: EU65)
- Licensed Guide (multi-language, optional, extra charge)
- Personal Expenses, Tips & Gratuities
Know before you go
Accessibility
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
Is it suitable for children?
- Specialized infant seats are available
Health & fitness
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What to bring
- Travelers should wear suitable shoes & clothes
Other
- Knossos is optional; guests may select another experience instead
- There are 3 cruise ports on Crete, but this tour operates exclusively from Heraklion Port.Guests are solely responsible for verifying their cruise ship’s assigned port of call and for monitoring any itinerary changes made by their cruise line, as schedules and ports may occasionally be adjusted by the cruise operator.
- Your Driver-Host provides historical background, local context, and logistics throughout the day outside archaeological sites.
- Greek law requires a Licensed Guide for tours inside sites and museums; these can be arranged upon request for an in-depth visit.
- Travelers from cruise ships should take the earliest possible option
- The 4-Hour tour cannot include both Knossos Palace and the Archaeological Museum
- Please note: During the winter season, operating times and the availability of certain options may differ
- For groups of 9 people or more, please contact us directly
- All ages are welcome, but only guests 18+ can participate in the wine tasting
Where this excursion starts
The meeting point is on your booking confirmation from Viator.
When it runs
Runs every day. Starts 7:00 am, 7:30 am, 8:00 am, 8:30 am, 9:00 am, 9:30 am, 10:00 am, 10:30 am, 11:00 am, 11:30 am, 12:00 pm, 12:30 pm, 1:00 pm, 1:30 pm, 2:00 pm, 2:30 pm, 3:00 pm and 11:30 pm.
Schedule checked Nov 15
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