Private Jeep Tour to Knossos Palace in Heraklion from Chania

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8 hrs
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Explore Crete's ancient Minoan history on this private jeep tour to Knossos Palace in Heraklion from Chania!

This trip departs from Chania, a picturesque coastal town in northwestern Crete. You'll travel to Heraklion, the island's largest and capital city, also situated on the northern side. On this jeep tour to Heraklion, you'll visit Knossos Palace, the largest and most significant archaeological site of the Minoan civilization.

This excursion is for private groups of up to 8 participants. The 8-hour adventure will start with pick-up from your accommodation in Chania (please specify when booking). You'll meet your experienced, personal guide and board the comfortable off-road vehicle. Then, the jeep tour to Knossos begins! The journey leads you on a scenic route along Crete's rugged northern coastline, passing through the bustling cities of Rethymnon and Heraklion.

Knossos is the legendary epicentre of Minoan civilization, often referred to as Europe's oldest city. At the site, you'll have free time to explore the palace (option to pay an additional fee for a certified tour guide). Immerse yourself in Crete's rich history and learn about the cultural significance of this remarkable site. Afterwards, your tour of Knossos continues with a drive to the nearby Archaeological Museum. This museum to home to an extensive collection of Minoan artefacts, detailing over 5500 years of Cretan history.

After exploring the iconic museum, you'll travel to a local Greek tavern in Heraklion or Rethymnon. Here, you can indulge in an optional lunch, savouring traditional delicacies and experiencing the warm Greek hospitality. Afterwards, you'll embark on the scenic return drive along Crete's coastline, before arriving back at your accommodation in Chania.

Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of the Minoan civilization on this personalised private jeep tour to Knossos Palace in Heraklion from Chania!

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Practical information

On this excursion, you'll depart from Chania in Crete and embark on a private jeep tour to Knossos Palace in Heraklion, with a visit to the Archaeological Museum.

Course of events

- Pick up from your accommodation in Chania (please specify your location upon booking)

- Meet the guide

- The adventure begins!

- Drive to Heraklion (approximately 2 hours)

- Arrive at Knossos Palace

- Explore the palace/optional guided tour (approximately 1 hour 10 minutes)

- Drive to the Archaeological Museum (approximately 20 minutes)

- Visit the museum/optional guided tour (approximately 1 hour 10 minutes)

- Optional lunch stop at a local tavern (approximately 1 hour 20 minutes)

- Return drive to pick-up point in Chania (approximately 2 hours)

Activity requirements

The trip is not recommended for people with car sickness, mobility or kinetic issues, back problems, or pregnant people.

The tour is not recommended for individuals over 195 cm (6'4") in height or 130 kg (287 lbs) in weight.

Special terms

Please note that entrance fees and tour guides at Knossos and the Archeological Museum are not included. Entrance fees will cost approximately €20 per person. You have the option of booking a private certified guide at Knossos and the Archeological Museum for approximately €150-€200 total, or using a tablet for €20.

Pick-up will be from your accommodation in Chania. Please specify your location upon booking. Pick-up commences 30 minutes before the departure time.

The price indicated is per vehicle, holding up to 8 participants.

Please note that child car seats are not provided for this tour.

Meeting point:
Pick-up from accommodation in Chania (please specify upon booking)
Spoken languages:English, Greek
Included
  • Driver
  • Transfer
  • Bottled water
Excluded
  • Entrance fee to Knossos and Museum (€20pp)
  • Tour guide in Knossos and Museum (€150-200)
  • Lunch & drinks
Do not forget to bring
  • Comfortable clothing
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunscreen

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