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Elounda to Knossos: A Journey Through History & Cretan Flavors

Duration: 7 hours

TICKET PRICES STARTING FROM

$227

Taxes and fees will be calculated at checkout

Overview

Uncover the soul of Crete in just four hours with a private half-day tour that begins where myth was born—Knossos Palace. Wander through the ancient ruins of King Minos' fabled labyrinth, where vivid frescoes, storied chambers, and millennia-old legends come to life before your eyes. This is no dry history lesson—it’s a step into the echoes of Europe's oldest civilization. After Knossos, the choice is yours. To complete your experience, you can select one out of five carefully curated stops that highlight the flavors, crafts, or traditions of the island. Whether you’re drawn to a local winery, an olive mill, a raki distillery, a cooking demo, or a scenic village for a coffee and stroll, we tailor the tour to your interests. With private transport, a flexible schedule, and a deep respect for Crete’s timeless rhythm, this isn’t just a tour—it’s your own chapter in Crete’s long, layered story.

Duration: 7 hours

TICKET PRICES STARTING FROM

$227

Taxes and fees will be calculated at checkout

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Ticket Options (6) Options Available

Option(s)

6-Hours Knoosos + Pottery

Pick-up Areas:: Elounda, Plaka, Agios Nikolaos, Amoudi, IstroPottery Workshop: No Admission FeePrivate TourDuration: 7 hoursMeals are NOT IncludedSUV or Minivan: Maximum 4 people per vehiclePickup included

6-Hours Knossos + Lyrarakis

Pick-up Areas:: Elounda, Plaka, Agios Nikolaos, Amoudi, IstroWinery Visit: Lyrarakis Winery. Wine Tasting Cost, 20 Euros per personPrivate TourDuration: 7 hoursMeals are NOT IncludedSUV or MinivanPickup included

6-Hours Knossos + Museum

Pick-up Areas:: Elounda, Plaka, Agios Nikolaos, Amoudi, IstroArcheological Museum: Extra Cost, Admission Fee of 12 Euros per person Private TourDuration: 7 hoursMeals are NOT IncludedSUV or MinivanPickup included

6-Hours Knossos+Soap Workshop

Pick-up Areas: Elounda, Plaka, Agios Nikolaos, Amoudi, IstroSoap Work Shop: Free Admission Private TourDuration: 7 hoursMeals Not IncludedSUV or MinivanPickup included

6-Hours Knossos+Cooking Class

Pick-up Areas: Elounda, Plaka, Agios Nikolaos, Amoudi, IstroCooking Class: Cooking demonstration and traditional lunch. Additional activity cost per person: 20 EurosPrivate TourDuration: 7 hoursCooking Demo + Lunch: Extra Cost of 20 Euros per person, payable at the venueSUV or MinivanPickup included

6-Hours Knossos + Olive Mill

Pick-up Areas:: Elounda, Plaka, Agios Nikolaos, Amoudi, IstroOlive Mill Visit: Free AdmissionPrivate TourDuration: 7 hoursMeals are NOT IncludedSUV or MinivanPickup included

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$71.78

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