Knossos Palace Guided Walking Tour
Overview
Step inside history with our 90-minute Guided Walking Tour of the Palace of Knossos, now a proud UNESCO World Heritage Site. Led by a professional, licensed guide, this immersive experience brings to life the myths of King Minos, the Labyrinth, and the Minotaur, while revealing the extraordinary achievements of Europe’s first civilization.
Admire original Minoan frescoes, hear fascinating archaeological insights, and explore the palace where legend and history intertwine. We make it effortless with skip-the-line ticket assistance at check-in so you can spend more time discovering and less time waiting.
In summer, choose our 5:00 PM tour for cooler temperatures and fewer crowds, the perfect way to experience Crete’s most celebrated ancient site at its best.
What's Included
- UNESCO-listed site for unmatched historical significance
- Skip-the-line service lets you avoid ticket counter queues purchase by your check in operator
- Original reseller of service - authorized travel agent
- Licensed tour guide for a guided tour in a small group at the Knossos Palace
- Headset to hear the guide better, if the group size is over 6 participants (7-16 pax)
- Gratuities
- Entry ticket for the Knossos Palace, general admission fee for Adults 18+
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to/from attractions
Meeting Location
Knossos 714 09
Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- 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
- Meet our check-in operator near the archaeological site's entrance, by the ticket booth. Your guide will hold a sign with the “Meeting Point - WeGuide.gr” logo
- Arrival Time: Please arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled tour. Tours start promptly, with no exceptions for late arrivals.
- Please check your location before booking! Knossos Palace is just 5 km (20 min) from Heraklion port/airport — very convenient. It’s not convenient from Chania (Souda port or CHQ airport) — it's 140 km away (2.5 hrs by car). We are based in Heraklion
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Knossos Palace Guided Walking Tour?
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- UNESCO-listed site for unmatched historical significance.
- Skip-the-line service lets you avoid ticket counter queues purchase by your check in operator.
- Original reseller of service - authorized travel agent.
- Licensed tour guide for a guided tour in a small group at the Knossos Palace.
- Headset to hear the guide better, if the group size is over 6 participants (7-16 pax).
- Gratuities.
- Entry ticket for the Knossos Palace, general admission fee for Adults 18+.
- Food and drinks.
- Transportation to/from attractions.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Knossos Palace Guided Walking Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- 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
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Knossos Palace Guided Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- UNESCO-listed site for unmatched historical significance
- Skip-the-line service lets you avoid ticket counter queues purchase by your check in operator
- Original reseller of service - authorized travel agent
- Licensed tour guide for a guided tour in a small group at the Knossos Palace
- Headset to hear the guide better, if the group size is over 6 participants (7-16 pax)
- Gratuities
- Entry ticket for the Knossos Palace, general admission fee for Adults 18+
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- 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
- Meet our check-in operator near the archaeological site's entrance, by the ticket booth. Your guide will hold a sign with the “Meeting Point - WeGuide.gr” logo
- Arrival Time: Please arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled tour. Tours start promptly, with no exceptions for late arrivals.
- Please check your location before booking! Knossos Palace is just 5 km (20 min) from Heraklion port/airport — very convenient. It’s not convenient from Chania (Souda port or CHQ airport) — it's 140 km away (2.5 hrs by car). We are based in Heraklion
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
