Knossos Wine & More

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Knossos Wine & More

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 US$673.35  per group
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Earliest available date: June 14, 2027
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
8 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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Accessibility
Stroller Accessible
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Language
English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Russian
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Other
Vegetarian, Wheelchair Accessible, Family-friendly, Private Experience
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

• Private tour with a certified guide is the best way to explore Knossos Archaeological Site - the heart of the Minoan kingdom, one of the most fascinating ancient cities in the world.

• Experience by tasting the local wine varieties of Crete at a winery in the heart of winemaking region.

• Meet the locals in the traditional village of Archanes, named as one of the most picturesque in Crete, and enjoy a delicious lunch.

• Admire in the Archeological museum of Heraklion the greatest collection of the Minoan art.

Sample Menu

STARTER
Ntolmades
Cabbage or vine/ grape leaves, stuffed with a delicious herb-y rice mix
STARTER
Ntakos
A crisp rusk with a juicy tomato, olive oil and cheese topping
STARTER
Tzatziki
Strained yogurt, cucumbers, garlic, olive oil, salt, sometimes lemon juice, dill, mint, or parsley
MAIN
Rooster in Wine
Slowly braised rooster in a rich and fragrant tomato and wine sauce served on top of some pasta.
MAIN
Gemista
Gemista vegetables usually tomatoes, bell peppers, zucchini and eggplant filled with rice and herbs.
MAIN
Mousaka
A rich tomato meat sauce layered with eggplant instead of pasta sheets, and topped with a thick layer of béchamel sauce
DESSERT
Loukoumades
Fluffy sweet honey balls which are deep fried to golden and crispy. Served soaked in hot honey syrup,cinnamon and garnished with sesame.

What You Get

Alcoholic beverages
Tasting of 4 different wines in our winery visit
Private transportation
Lunch
Entrance tickets in Knossos Palace and Museum

Good To Know

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Wheelchair accessible

What You’ll Experience

This day tour comprises the highlight of Minoan civilization, the best wine experience of Crete, delicious food and panoramic view - get your camera ready! The re-built Knossos Archaeological site was at the heart of Minoan civilization while the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion has collected the exquisite finds and selected assortment of Minoan masterpieces from across the island. Crete is home to wonderful wine varieties. Exotic-sounding vilana, kostifali, vidiano are only some of the Cretan indigenous grapes. Wine making in Crete can be traced down to antiquity and Cretan winemakers have managed to produce excellent, award-winning wines.The renowned family-owned winery where we will enjoy the wine tasting. The lunch in a small, traditional, family-owner taverns home-grown and freshly prepared delicacies is a must.Here is the opportunity to get the taste of truly authentic Cretan dishes. Catch a glimpse of a traditional village life in Archanes - wonder its narrow pathways where a life takes place hidden from the public eye; village's main square, where the Cretans gather around the glass of raki (local spirit) are the social centers of the island.

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Cafe Marina, Leoforos Nearchou, Iraklio, Greece, GR, 712 02

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End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

For experiences with opening hours, the cancellation deadline is 24 hours before the earliest opening time on the scheduled date.

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5.0
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Knossos made more memorable by Fivos
June 27, 2022

The way Magda and Michalis organized our trip to Knossos was extraordinary. And their friend Katerina, who was our guide there, was truly in a class of her own. Without them, the trip to Knossos wo...read more

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absolute wonderful experience!
June 03, 2022

The entire day was fabulous. Our guide Katerina was truly extraordinary - so thoughtful, fun, easy going, and very willing to share her extensive knowledge of this historic and beautiful island. W...read more

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Unforgettable experience
October 30, 2021

Just want to say a huge thank you to Michalis for positive emotions and unforgettable experience. We spent amazing week with mum and meeting Michalis and his firm was the icing on the cake. Unfortu...read more

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Excellent Private Tour in Crete
October 31, 2020

Very nice Private Tour With my Family. The Tour Guide Riza spoke perfekt German and Gave us nonstop information about the history, people and actual Situation of Crete! We started at 10h and came b...read more

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