Crete
The Knossos bookings: skip-the-line e-tickets and guided tours through the corridors where the labyrinth myth started. Europe’s oldest city ran plumbing and frescoes while the mainland herded goats; the queue matters from May onward.
Explore Crete’s ancient Palace of Knossos with a pre-booked ticket and optional audio guide. Skip the lines, wander at your pace, and uncover Minoan mysteries.
Most Popular“With AC Vacations, a fully guided tour pickup and entry The guide is an outstanding man And did an EXCELLENT job.”
Discover Crete's ancient palace with a convenient e-ticket and audio guide, offering flexibility, detailed insights, and excellent value for history lovers.
“We have visited the Archaeological Museum and Knossos today. Our guide was Calypso-Ioanna! Calypso comments and explanations was really remarkable! We would like to thank her for her excellent and lively guidance! We are grateful for this excellent day thanks to herDimitra Sofia”
Discover the ancient Minoan palace of Knossos with a skip-the-line guided tour in Crete. Enjoy expert insights, small groups, and authentic history for $101.
“Catherine was a great guide, creating a great impression of the Minoan culture. She was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about her subject matter. She managed the group really well, made sure we were in shade when she wanted to explain something at length, and checked…”
Discover Crete’s ancient past with a guided tour of Knossos Palace and Heraklion. Enjoy knowledgeable guides, historic sights, and authentic local experiences.
“A very good day trip. The tour guide's enthusiasm for Crete's history was infectious”
Explore Crete's top archaeological sites with a flexible, self-guided tour of Knossos Palace and Heraklion Museum, complete with audio guides and skip-the-line tickets.
“The audio guide (in Italian) was extremely well done. Clear, engaging, simple to use. A real value. I used it to go around the palace of Cnosso a second time by myself (after a guided tour). It provided attritional and satisfying information. I was surprised…”
Discover Crete’s authentic side on this full-day tour from Heraklion. Visit traditional villages, an olive oil factory, windmills, and more for a genuine experience.
“Stavros, was the most personable and fun guide we've ever had. He kept us entertained the whole trip. He is a native, and this tour takes you to the mountains, small villages and farms away from the most of the tourist. We enjoyed olive oil,…”
Discover the ancient Minoan palace with a private guide, skip the lines, and enjoy an intimate, insightful tour of Knossos in Crete.
“We visited Knossos on August 24 with our family and had an excellent experience. Our German-speaking guide explained everything in a very clear and engaging way and even took the time to involve our children (ages 7 and 12), which made the tour especially enjoyable…”
Discover Crete's highlights on this full-day tour visiting Knossos, Lasithi Plateau, a monastery, and an olive farm, with expert guides and stunning views.
“Great experience! My first trip to Crete so no expectations. I wouldn’t change anything”
Discover Heraklion's highlights with a guided tour visiting Knossos Palace, city walks, and local markets, blending history, culture, and authentic Crete life.
“The tour around Knossos was excellent The walking tour around the old town was very short - hardly worth while”
Explore Crete with this full-day tour visiting Knossos Palace, Lassithi Plateau, and villages, guided by passionate locals with authentic experiences.
“This was an outstanding tour. Marinos was knowledgeable and knew all the local people having been born on Crete. He got fresh bananas and stopped to pick fresh strawberries. We met his family and toured an olive oil factory. Coffee in a quaint taverna and…”
Discover the ancient Palace of Knossos with a small-group guided tour, skip-the-line access, and in-depth storytelling—perfect for history lovers.
“I was the only one there today, so, unexpected private tour! Yay! Akrivi (hope I got that right!) was very informative and helpful, she knew a lot about the ruins and answered all my questions. Great place to see with a knowledgeable guide.”
Discover Crete’s highlights with this all-in-one day trip from Rethymno, visiting Knossos Palace and exploring Heraklion at your own pace.
“Our guide (Anastasia) was very nice and very informative. She gave us a lot of information about Crete and its history which was very much appreciated 👏 Our driver (Kostos) got us back and forth safely. The bus was great and the seats were comfortable.…”
Discover Crete’s highlights with this full-day tour from Chania, exploring Knossos Palace, Heraklion Museum, and the vibrant cityscape for $55.
“The trip was great! Our guide Jo was great at explaining Greek facts on the journey to Knossos and explained many aspects of Greek culture on Crete. The driver Kosta’s was also a brilliant driver and got us there without any worry The tour guide…”
Discover the Palace of Knossos with an innovative 3D virtual tour on a rental tablet. Self-guided, informative, and perfect for flexible exploration.
“Really enjoyed using the tablet to see what the palace would have looked like. Easy to use and lots of info.”
Explore Crete’s ancient Minoan palace at Knossos and the vibrant city of Heraklion on this full-day guided tour from Rethymno, offering history, culture, and local flavor.
“Excellent day, trip to mythology! Museum is stunning. Very attentive and interesting guide and good driver! Tour was very well organized. I am happy that I choose it!”
Minoan palaces, pink sand and gorges worth the boot room.