Knossos Palace, Museum & Rethymno city Private Tour from Chania
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Visão geral
Our first destination is the legendary Palace of Knossos, the heart of the ancient Minoan civilization. Walk through the ruins of this grand archaeological site and hear the fascinating myths that surround it — from the Labyrinth and the Minotaur to the tale of Daedalus and Icarus.
Next, we visit the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, one of the most significant museums in Europe. Here, you’ll marvel at over 15,000 artefacts that bring the vibrant Minoan world to life — from frescoes and jewelry to tools and ceremonial items.
To complete our day, we travel to the charming city of Rethymno, where you’ll have free time to wander through the narrow streets of the old town, discover its Venetian and Ottoman architecture, and enjoy the blend of history, culture, and Cretan hospitality that makes this city so unique.
O tour num relance
O que está incluído
- Transporte particular
- Seguro de responsabilidade civil
- Portas de carregamento USB na van
- Wi-Fi a bordo
- Veículo com ar-condicionado
- Visita guiada no palácio (se a opção for selecionada)
- Bebidas frias, suco, cerveja, água em garrafas
- Sanduíches, doces cretenses em lancheira
Não incluído
- Gorjetas
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
Itinerário
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1
The Palace of Knossos
Knossos, o coração da civilização minóica, fica a 5 km a sudeste de Heraklion, no vale do rio Kairatos. A atração histórica mais famosa de Creta, o local é considerado o maior sítio arqueológico da Idade do Bronze na ilha e é referido como a cidade mais antiga da Europa. Knossos foi habitada pela primeira vez por um assentamento neolítico no século VII aC. Permaneceu habitado por vários milhares de anos até que foi finalmente abandonado em 1375 aC após sua destruição, que marcou o fim da civilização minóica. Em 1878, a primeira escavação em grande escala foi realizada pelo rico amante da arte Minos Kalokairinos, enquanto Creta ainda estava sob ocupação turca. Isto foi seguido pelas escavações de longo prazo (1900-1913 e 1922-1930) de Sir Arthur Evans, que descobriu toda a área circundante de Cnossos.
1 h 30 min Entrada não incluída -
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Heraklion Archaeological Museum
O Museu Arqueológico de Heraklion é um dos maiores e mais visitados museus da Grécia. Também está entre os museus mais importantes da Europa. É o lar de artefatos de todos os períodos da pré-história e história cretense. As exposições cobrem um período cronológico de mais de 5.500 anos, desde o período neolítico até a época romana. A coleção minóica contém exemplos únicos de arte minóica, muitos deles verdadeiras obras-primas. O Museu Arqueológico está localizado no centro de Heraklion e foi construído entre 1937 e 1940 pelo arquiteto Patroklos Karantinos. Foi construído em um local anteriormente ocupado pelo mosteiro católico romano de São Francisco, destruído pelo terremoto em 1856. As cores e os materiais de construção utilizados no edifício são semelhantes a certas pinturas murais minoicas.
1 h Entrada não incluída -
3
Rethymnon
Rethymno está situada na costa norte de Creta, mais ou menos no meio entre as duas grandes cidades Chania (58 km a oeste) e Heraklion (79 km a leste). É a única cidade da ilha construída sobre um cabo. Há dois lados de Rethymno que oferecem dois estilos de visita: a grande praia sem fim e a cidade velha com sua mistura de arquitetura e história. O grande castelo veneziano "Fortezza", que domina a cidade, inúmeras igrejas ortodoxas e católicas, mesquitas, o antigo farol, mansões majestosas de arquitetura veneziana, arcos e caminhos de paralelepípedos, que criam uma atmosfera mágica, inspiraram milhares de visitantes a parar e tirar uma foto.
1 h Entrada gratuita
Ponto de encontro e recolha
A recolha no hotel está incluída para todos os viajantes.
Contacte-nos para definir o seu local de recolha!
Horário
Bom saber
- Bebês e crianças pequenas podem andar em um carrinho
- Opções de transporte público disponíveis perto
- Assentos infantis disponíveis
- Adequado para todos os níveis de condicionamento físico
Política de cancelamento
Para receber um reembolso integral, cancele até 24 horas antes do horário de partida.
Avaliações de viajantes
Our family absolutely loved this tour! From start to finish, it was such a fun, memorable, and special experience. We were especially impressed with the tour company and with Thanos and Christine, who were not only incredibly knowledgeable but also so warm, friendly, and genuinely fun to be around. They made us feel welcome right away and truly went above and beyond to make the experience unforgettable. There were so many wonderful touches throughout the tour, and the variety of snacks and beverages was fantastic. You could really tell how much thought and care went into every detail. I honestly can’t say enough about how much we enjoyed this experience. It was one of those experiences our family will be talking about for a long time. We would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone looking for something fun, authentic, and truly special!
If you want see the sights and have the local knowledge this is a great way to do it. Carlos and Christine were wonderful host. They really gave us an appreciation for the sights but also everyday life on Crete.
Thanos and Christine were amazing! They kept us entertained, were very knowledgeable about the local history, and were able to answer all our questions (especially about olive oil!). Thanos was a great driver and Christine showed us around all the good spots in Rethymno.
Fantastic day trip to Knossos, museum and Rethymno. Christine and Thanassis were excellent guides. They were informative, knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. The ride to Knossos was long, but very comfortable and scenic. Boxed lunch was very good and they were always providing us with cold water and drinks. Thanks for a great day. I would highly recommend this tour!
This tour was truly one of the highlights of our trip to Crete. From my very first message to Christine, while I was still planning everything from Mexico, she was incredibly kind and helpful. She provided detailed information, researched other tours for us and shared many thoughtful recommendations. On the day of the tour, Christine and our driver, Thanos, were wonderful. Throughout the journey, they told us fascinating stories about Crete and the region. They also made a special effort to engage my daughter and make the experience enjoyable for her, which was a detail I deeply appreciated. At Knossos, they arranged for us to have a Spanish speaking guide named Maria, who was simply exceptional. She was knowledgeable, engaging and brought the history of Knossos to life in a way that made our visit truly memorable. On the way back, Christine took us through beautiful Rethymno and even spent some time teaching us a little Greek, which was such a fun and personal touch. Everything was perfectly organized and right on time. They also provided snacks and drinks throughout the day. More than just a tour, it felt like spending the day discovering Crete with thoughtful and knowledgeable local friends. An absolutely wonderful experience from beginning to end. 10 out of 10. I could not recommend Christine, Thanos, Maria and SeaByBus Explore Crete more highly!
Christine and Thanos were wonderful hosts! They kept us entertained on the way to Heraklion. We learned about the history and culture of Crete and a little bit of the Greek language. The museum and palace are very impressive and worth visiting!
Tour very well organized. Christine was a great guide, telling us a lot about Crete on the long drive embellished by slides and videos and answering our questions. The van was comfortable; the driver was friendly and professional and kept us stocked with cold waters. Providing good snack boxes was such a good way to maximize our time to see the sights and visit the most attractions on our time limited shore excursion. Would definitely use again.
We had an amazing private tour to Knossos Palace from Chania, and it was one of the best experiences of our trip to Crete. Christine was a fantastic guide! She is very knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the history of Knossos and Crete. We learned so much and never felt rushed, and she was happy to answer all of our questions. Our driver Thanos was incredibly kind, professional, and made the long drive comfortable and stress-free. We felt well taken care of from the moment we were picked up until we returned to Chania. If you're thinking about visiting Knossos from Chania, I highly recommend this private tour. Having Christine and Thanos made all the difference! They were a wonderful team, and they helped make our day truly memorable. We would definitely do it again!
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Perguntas frequentes
Quanto tempo dura esta experiência?
Dura 10 h.
A recolha no hotel está incluída?
A recolha no hotel está incluída para todos os viajantes.
Posso cancelar gratuitamente?
Sim. Cancele até 24 horas antes da hora de início para um reembolso total.
Em que dias se realiza?
Realiza-se Todos os dias. Começa 08:00
Com que rapidez é confirmada a reserva?
Imediatamente. O seu bilhete eletrónico chega por e-mail logo após a reserva.
Este é um tour privado?
Sim, esta é uma experiência privada apenas para o seu grupo.
Onde concluo a reserva?
Em viator.com, uma empresa Tripadvisor, com disponibilidade em tempo real e pagamento seguro. A TourViaGo é Global Partner da Viator.
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