Knossos from Chania
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- 12 Stunden
- Kostenlos stornierbar bis 24 Std. vorher
- Führung auf Englisch
- Sofortige Bestätigung
Highlights
On this excursion you have the opportunity to visit the excavation sites of the Palace of Knossos, built in 2000 BC. Knossos was the prosperous Minoan Capital and the residence of King Minos. Some believe, that the intricate Palace with its many rooms was the mythical labyrinth. By discovering the site not too long ago, archaeologists found the first of all advanced civilisations in Europe.The tour is followed by a visit to the Museum of Heraklion, where you can see the largest collection of Minoan findings from Crete.
Leistungen
Inbegriffen
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local Guide
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- All taxes
Nicht inbegriffen
- Knossos entrance – 20 euro
- Food and drinks
- Tips
Ablauf
Knossos was the most prominent centre of the Minoan Civilisation, one of the magnificent civilisations of human kind. The renowned ancient city with the palace is the largest and most typical archaeological site ever discovered on Crete. It is located at a distance of 6 km SE of Heraklion amidst olive groves, vineyards and cypress forests. According to tradition, it was the seat of the legendary king Minoa. Apart from being the royal family's residence, it was also the administrative and religious centre for the whole region. The Palace is also connected with thrilling legends, such as the myth of the Labyrinth with the Minotaur, and the story of Daedalus and Icarus.
Heraklion City, the bustling capital of Crete. Here, you’ll have time to explore the charming streets, admire the Venetian architecture, and visit local shops and cafés.
Stornierung
Kostenlose Stornierung bis 24 Stunden vor Beginn, mit voller Rückerstattung.
Bewertungen
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Gut zu wissen
- Abholung
- Die Abholung ist für alle inbegriffen.
- Ticketart
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Gruppengröße
- Bis zu 50 Reisende
- Durchgeführt von
- MTM Experiences
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Due to high volume of visitors in high season, the group may visit at first Knossos Palace and then Heraklion city
How it compares in Chania
- Its from-price is 57% below the median of the 205 tagesausflüge we list in Chania.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 86 of 205.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Chania
Chania, on Crete's north-west coast, is a Venetian harbour town of old mosques and tall houses, with mountain gorges and beaches within reach.
Chania's old harbour is a crescent of tall Venetian houses facing a stone breakwater and a lighthouse rebuilt by the Egyptians in the nineteenth century. The domed Mosque of the Janissaries stands on the quay, left from the Ottoman centuries, and behind it narrow lanes in the Splantzia and Topanas quarters pass Venetian and Ottoman houses, churches and small workshops. The cross-shaped covered market sells cheese, honey and herbs.
Top-ranked sights in Chania: Marathi Beach, Venetian Lighthouse, Venetian Harbor.
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