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Gain priority access and join a small group tour to Knossos Palace. Your guide will lead you through the Minoan site for an in-depth exploration.
Highlights
Highlights
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Bypass the queues and explore Crete's Knossos Palace on a small-group guided walking tour to delve into the ancient Minoan kingdom.
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Your guide will help you navigate the labyrinthine palace, decipher frescoes, and spot ancient symbols like the bull horns and double axe.
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Explore the Queen's megaron, adorned with a copy of the famous Dolphin fresco, and the Throne Room, filled with intricate statues of griffins.
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Wander the palace's Central Court, once a bustling marketplace, where subtle dips and hidden channels hint at the Minoans' advanced drainage system.
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Did you know? Knossos's position wasn't random. It aligns with a sanctuary at Mount Juktas to the south, suggesting a religious connection.
Inclusions
Inclusions
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90-minute guided tour of Knossos Palace
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English-speaking guide
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Small group of up to 16 people
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Entry to Knossos Palace
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Headsets for groups of over 5 people
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Reviews
Reviews
Delannoy
Aug, 2024
Giulia
Aug, 2024
Ewald
Jul, 2024
Ellen
Jul, 2024
Ian
Jun, 2024
Your experience
Your experience
Step into ancient Minoan civilization
With priority entry, head straight into Knossos Palace with your guide on a walking tour. This Minoan marvel, Europe's oldest civilization, is a labyrinth waiting to be explored. Built around 1900 BCE, Knossos boasts a throne room, royal quarters, vibrant frescoes, and a central court that once bustled with activity. Keep an eye out for the recurring bull symbol – a Minoan mystery your guide will help decipher. You'll also see the preserved frescoes depicting everyday life and Minoan rituals. Ascend the grand staircase, picturing Minoan dignitaries making their way through the palace.
Learn about the Minotaur
The giant storage jars hint at the palace's one-time wealth. In this intimate setting, your guide can answer your questions and bring the Minoan world to life. Legends whisper of King Minos, who ruled Crete, and the Minotaur he kept hidden within the palace's depths. You'll decipher the stories woven into the frescoes, like the Bull Leaper or the Dolphin adorning the Queen's quarters. Imagine the Minoan royalty holding court in the Throne Room, its alabaster seat contrasting with the mythical griffin frescoes. Ditch the guidebooks and join this small group tour – it's the perfect way to unlock the secrets of Knossos Palace!
Know before you go
Know before you go
What to bring
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Have your ID ready for a seamless experience.
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Bring along your walking shoes, sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and water for comfortable exploration.
What's not allowed
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Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
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Nobody likes a crowd. A single group has a maximum of 16 people.
Accessibility
- This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
My tickets
My tickets
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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Redeem at WeGuide.gr - Meeting point for guided tours.
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Address: Knossos 714 09, Greece.
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Guide Identifier: Your guide will be holding a logo sign with the “WeGuide.gr – Meeting Point” logo.
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