The valley of Zeus (Olive oil, wine tasting)-Knossos palace tour

Overview

Visit the Mythical Palace of Knossos of King Minos and Labyrinth home to the Minotaur. Small group tour, providing a more personalized experience than the large excursions offered by the cruise lines. Skip the ticket line to enter Knossos Palace.

Explore secrets of Crete, get to know the real Crete off the touristic path. Discover through a wonderful route the imaginary line that connects centuries, myths, human achievements, sacred monuments and amazing creations of nature. Lovers of authentic, unexplored and genuine tourism may enjoy here all that nature generously offers. Driven by the five senses and through food tasting, they discover textures, flavors, images, sounds and smells. Tasting olive oil, wine, raki and local products from the garden of Zeus.

IMPORTANT NOTE : Starting times are strictly kept. There is no exceptions policy.

Itinerary

1. The Palace of Knossos

   Having the luxury of Knossos all to your self and enjoying a guided tour of this Magnificent Monument of Minoan civilization home to legends such as the Minotaur and Labyrinth.
   Skip the ticket line to enter Knossos Palace and take a tour with a licensed guide
   Explore the ancient palace, step into the royal residence and see the Minoan king's throne
   Be amazed by the House of the Frescoes and its colorful wall paintings
   Learn about the history of the Minoan Civilization, probably the oldest one on the European continent
   Join our small group (up to 12 pax) Walking tour at Knossos palace with a Licensed Tourist Guide.

   1 hour 30 minutes · Admission included
2. Archanes

   Be a Local for a day. Visit Vasilies village - Cretan Metoxi. Olive oil tasting, wine tasting, raki and local products. Discover through a wonderful route the imaginary line that connects centuries, myths, human achievements, sacred monuments and amazing creations of nature. Lovers of authentic, unexplored and genuine tourism may enjoy here all that nature generously offers. Driven by the five senses and through food tasting, they discover textures, flavors, images, sounds and smells. Learn how the people of Crete eat, and how Crete's enviable food culture was born.

   2 hours 10 minutes

Meeting and pickup

Please clarify your pickup point. Private Transfer to the palace of Knossos from Heraklion city. Include's also, the Entry ticket (Skip-The-Line) of Knossos palace and Olive oil tasting, wine tasting, snack tasting, raki and local products.

Good to know

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Dress code is formal
• IMPORTANT NOTE : Starting times are strictly kept. There is no exceptions policy.

Cancellation policy

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