Small group
Palace of Knossos - Early Morning Ticket and avoid crowds
5.0(19)1 hour 30 minutes
Viator
From$100per guest
History & culture
Knossos palace & the Archaeological museum of Heraklion (with Transfer)
4.9 from 10 Viator reviews5 hoursViator
- Small group
Knossos palace & the Archaeological museum of Heraklion (with Transfer) is a 5-hour history and culture tour in Iraklion, booked through Viator. From $309 per guest. Starts 10:30 am. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
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About this excursion
Indulge in an exclusive, small-group journey (up to 15 guests), thoughtfully curated for travelers who seek depth, comfort, and refined storytelling.
Led by a Licensed Expert Guide, you will explore the legendary Palace of Knossos, unveiling the world of King Minos, the Labyrinth, and Europe’s first great civilization, through a narrative that blends history with mythology in an elegant, immersive way.
Your experience continues at the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, where a carefully curated selection of Minoan masterpieces, gold, frescoes, and rare artifacts, offers a deeper, more meaningful connection to Crete’s Bronze Age legacy.
With priority access at Knossos, your time is spent where it matters most: within the site, not waiting in line.
A seamless, culturally rich experience designed for discerning travelers.
What’s included in this excursion
Included
- Skip-the-ticket-line service, to avoid the queue at the ticket counter
- Tour with transfer from/to hotel of Heraklion city or Heraklion port.
- Headset to hear the guide better, if the group size is over 6 participants (7-12 pax)
- Entry ticket for the Knossos Palace, general admission fee (20 EUR)
- Entry ticket for the Archaeological Museum, general admission fee (20 EUR)
- Licensed tour guide for a guided tour in a small group
- Original reseller of service - authorized travel agent
- All fees and taxes (VAT 24% etc.)
Not included
- Gratuities
Know before you go
Is it suitable for children?
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Health & fitness
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- IMPORTANT NOTE : Starting times are strictly kept. There is no exceptions policy.
- Enjoy a hassle-free experience with our tour, including round-trip transfers from your hotel in Heraklion city or the Heraklion port.
- We’ll take care of all transportation—Hotel/Port → Knossos Palace → Archaeological Museum → Hotel/Port—so you can relax and fully enjoy the journey through history.
Where this excursion starts
The meeting point is on your booking confirmation from Viator.
When it runs
Runs Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Starts 10:30 am.
Schedule checked Nov 15
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