Knossos palace and Heraklion museum, (from Heraklion, Elounda, Agios Nikolaos and near by areas)

<p><strong>Our tour includes hotel pick up and drop off, please see relevant pick up times and simply note your hotel name in the relevant field. </strong></p>

<p>The world-famous Minoan Palace at Knossos, the place where our western civilization has started….home of King Minos who gave his name to Europe’s oldest civilization. Have you heard of monstrous Minotaur – half man, half bull? Here is where he lived , at Knossos.  </p>

<p>Our tour is a fun and solid taste of the most famous monument of Minoan era. The ancient Palace has been excavated and reconstructed by the British archaeologist, Sir Arthur Evans, and today one can get a clear understanding of the function of the Palace and its complicated and mystical Labyrinth.  </p>

<p>You will visit the Throne Room, the Royal Apartments, the Central Courtyard with its shrines and other fascinating areas within the Palace you will learn the history and myths surrounding this wondrous and most interesting site. </p>

<p>After the palace, we will visit Heraklion city,where Archaeological Museum will be a not to miss spot of your stay in Crete.  </p>

<p>Lunch, coffee or shopping is of course in the plan. Heraklion is city of contrasts, where ancient history and cosmopolitan modern life combine to create a charming mix. This tour is not to be missed you’ve been to Crete , Knossos and Museum is a must.</p>