Day Trip to Heraklion & Knossos

Travel back in time with this excursion to Heraklion. You'll learn about the history of the Minoans at the Palace of Knossos & the Archaeological Museum. A must for any visit to Crete!

Heraklion Day Trip + Knossos

At the indicated time, we'll pick you up at your hotel in Rethymno and head to Heraklion, stopping for a quick breakfast en route. Around 10:30 am, we'll arrive in the capital of Crete, known for its ancient civilization.

Upon arrival, we’ll visit the archaeological complex of Knossos for a guided tour. We'll explore the palace, significant to the Minoan civilization and associated with King Minos. As we navigate the ruins, we'll discuss notable legends, including the Labyrinth and the tale of Daedalus and Icarus.

Next, we’ll proceed to the Archaeological Museum. During our guided tour, we will see key artifacts from Minoan culture, such as the sarcophagus of Agia Triada, the fresco of the Minotaur, and the fresco of the Prince of the Lilies.

At approximately 1:30 pm, you'll have two hours of free time to explore more of Heraklion. We will regroup afterward to start our return trip to Rethymno, scheduled for 6:30 pm.