Heraklion: Explore Knossos Palace, Archaeological Museum, and Crete Wine Tasting
Heraklion
Uncover the mysteries of the Minoans in Heraklion. Explore Knossos Palace, visit the Archaeological Museum, and indulge in a wine tasting experience in Crete.
Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum - The day begins with a visit to the legendary Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, featuring the most extensive Minoan collection worldwide. Ten halls showcase rare exhibits such as golden jewelry, exquisite ceramics, unique vessels and containers, and, of course, the Minoan frescoes, those unique creations that express a pandemonium of color, movement and symbolize a tribute to life itself, are only of the few elements that make up for the oldest frescoes ever found in Europe.
What's Included
  • Comfortable transportation with a professional driver.
  • Convenient pick-up and drop-off at your Heraklion area hotel.
  • Fresh bottled water from the White Mountains’ “Samaria” springs.
  • Guided tour with a professional guide.
  • All fees and taxes included.
What's Not Included
  • Personal expenses, drinks, lunch / dinner.
  • Entrance tickets 20€ pp or 14€ for guests over 65 years old. Children till 20 years free from EU
  • Wine Tasting of 5 Cretan and Greek Wines, 14€ per person.
  • Customary tips for your drivers, guides, and escorts.
Additional Information

Join us in exploring the earliest culture of Europe!

Could it be that the ability to construct aqueducts, write in two as yet undeciphered scripts, adorn their abodes with murals, build multi-tiered palaces, and sail the oceans was in existence 5,000 years ago? Is the Minotaur a creature of reality and does the extensive maze still subsist? To unravel these mysteries and many more, you need to delve into the world of the Minoans and their enthralling legends.

Embark on a journey to the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, among Greece’s oldest and most significant museums. Uncover the renowned palace of King Minos. Wrap up your expedition by savoring the famous wines of Crete at one of the premium wineries in Crete and all over Greece.

  • Important to have: Comfortable shoes, Comfortable clothes, Sunglasses, and Hat Money for souvenirs, drinks, lunch/dinner.
  • Health issues: If any participant suffers from any severe allergy (e.g. to bee stings, food allergies/intolerances) or has medical/health issues we need to be aware of, it is important to let us know in advance. This is clearly a safety measure, personal information is by no means violated and we exercise all discretion.
  • Health Insurance: Moysidis Travel is covered by Professional Liability Insurance. Each participant is advised to take out health/travel insurance before travelling to Crete.
Location
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Xanthoudidou & Hatzidaki Sts
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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