Heraklion: Knossos Palace, Archaeological Museum, Wine Tasting

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What You’ll Experience
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4 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 10 guests
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English, Russian
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Uncover Europe's ancient secrets at Knossos Palace. Explore the Archaeological Museum, delve into Minoan myths, and savor exquisite Cretan wines on this captivating Heraklion tour.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Come and discover the first civilization of Europe!


Could people build aqueducts, write in two scripts that still remain a mystery, decorate their homes with frescoes, construct five-story palaces, and navigate the seas 5,000 years ago? Was the Minotaur a real creature and does the labyrinth still exist? If you want to find out the answer to the above questions and even more, then you have to acquaint yourself with the Minoans and their fascinating myths.


Visit the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, one of the oldest and most remarkable museums in Greece. Discover the famous palace of King Minos. Conclude your tour with the renowned Cretan wines at one of the finest wineries in Crete and Greece.


*Travel time from the Chania region is 2 hours, from the Rethymno region 1 hour.

What You Get

Comfortable vehicle with a professional driver.
Water from the springs of the White Mountains “Samaria”, in bottles.
All Fees and Taxes
Personal expenses, drinks, lunch / dinner.
Entrance tickets
Wine Tasting of 5 Cretan and Greek Wines.

Good To Know

  • Health issues: If any participant suffers from any severe allergy (e.g. to bee stings, food allergies/intolerances) or has medical/health issues we need to be aware of, it is important to let us know in advance. This is clearly a safety measure, personal information is by no means violated and we exercise all discretion.
  • Health Insurance: Moysidis Travel is covered by Professional Liability Insurance. Each participant is advised to take out health/travel insurance before travelling to Crete.
  • Important to have: Comfortable shoes, Comfortable clothes, Sunglasses, and Hat Money for souvenirs, drinks, lunch/dinner.
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

What You’ll Experience

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Heraklion Archaeological Museum

The day begins with a visit to the legendary Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, featuring the most extensive Minoan collection worldwide. Ten halls showcase rare exhibits such as golden jewelry, exquisite ceramics, unique vessels and containers, and, of course, the Minoan frescoes, those unique creations that express a pandemonium of color, movement and symbolize a tribute to life itself, are only of the few elements that make up for the oldest frescoes ever found in Europe.
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included
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The Palace of Knossos

Next, you will visit the mythical palace of King Minos, the legendary son of Zeus and Europa, who ruled in the prehistoric era on his magical island.
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included
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Scalarea Estate (Boutari Winery Crete)

Finally, we conclude the tour by visiting the winery, as Cretan wines are a top product which has been increasingly exported from Crete in recent years. The indigenous grape varieties have been producing their unique flavor and aroma for the past 4,000 years, and are sometimes blended with some of the most famous grape varieties in the world. Includes A great introduction in Cretan and Greek wines catered to you by Hosts as you follow a path through the vineyards, the Production Area and the Cellar of the winery. Following the tour you will enjoy a Wine Tasting of 5 different labels by Boutari Winery, from vineyards all over Greece, thus discovering several Indigenous grapes of Greece, accompanied with a complimentary amuse bouche. Highlights • Winery Tour • Visit Vineyard and Cellar of the Winery • Wine Tasting of 5 Cretan and Greek Wines
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

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Private pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, villa, cruise, or any other point in the Chania, Rethymno, Heraklion area. Pick-up time is flexible and upon your final confirmation.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Earliest available date: July 31, 2025
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
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