Makrigialos-Ierapetra: Knossos Palace & Heraklion City Tour in Heraklion
Heraklion, Greece

Makrigialos-Ierapetra: Knossos Palace & Heraklion City Tour

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56/100

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Makrigialos-Ierapetra: Knossos Palace & Heraklion City Tour is a 8-hour experience in Heraklion, Greece, from $29 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
56 / 100
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Duration
8 hours
From
$29 per person

In Knossos Minoan palace you will enjoy a tour by a professional licensed guide around the magnificent historical sights of the area. Guide will narrate the great history behind the Minoan civilization, and you will le

What you get

  • Experienced tour guide
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • In-vehicle air conditioning

About this experience

In Knossos Minoan palace you will enjoy a tour by a professional licensed guide around the magnificent historical sights of the area. Guide will narrate the great history behind the Minoan civilization, and you will learn about King Minos, famous in mythology for his wisdom and as a judge of the underworld. You will be amazed at how many artifacts are located there from the Minoan civilization. Be sure, you can take pictures of the Minoan Palace and the sights capturing memorable experiences. After we will take our bus and you will be transferred to the center of Heraklion. A 30 minute tour is offered around the city center by a licensed guide and also provided 2 more free hours. Take advantage to visit the history museum located downtown, but also to go shopping and enjoy your meal in the capital of Crete!

What's included

Included

  • Experienced tour guide
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • In-vehicle air conditioning

Not included

  • Entrance to Knossos: 15€ per person. Free for people under 25 years old.
  • Entrance to Archeological Museum of Heraklion: 12€ per person. Free for people under 25 years old.
  • Guide Headphones: 2€ per person

What you'll see and do

  1. The Palace of Knossos

    Knossos guided tour from a proffessional licenced guide

    90 minutes here · Admission included

  2. Heraklion

    Guided wlking tour by a professional guide and free time for shopping, coffee or lunch.

    120 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Heraklion

Our meeting will be on the main road.

Hotel pickup

Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 50 minutes before departure.

Ends at

Our meeting will be on the main road.

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
de
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Thu
Group size
Up to 11 travelers per booking
Operated by
South Crete Tours

Know before you go

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Transportation from Ierapetra to Heraklion (Knossos) - 1 hour
  • Transportation from Heraklio to Ierapetra - 1 hour
  • Pickups & Dropoffs from Makrigialos hotels adds 1 hrs in the total duration of the tour (total 8 hrs)
  • Pickup & Dropoffs from Ierapetra hotels adds 1 hr in the total duration of the tour (total 7hrs)
  • Pickup & Dropoffs from Agios Nikolaos hotels (total tour duration 6 hrs)

Photos

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Good to know

Duration
8 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Thu
Price range
$29 to $58
Hotel pickup
Available for selected locations
Booked in 30 days
0
Verdict
Worth a Look

Who runs this experience

Operated by South Crete Tours, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 54.7.

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Why this scores 56

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)72
Review evidence (18% weight)0
Booking momentum (14% weight)0
Value for money (12% weight)100
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)50
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Makrigialos-Ierapetra: Knossos Palace & Heraklion City Tour: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Heraklion.

How much does Makrigialos-Ierapetra: Knossos Palace & Heraklion City Tour cost?

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Prices start at $29 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Heraklion usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Makrigialos-Ierapetra: Knossos Palace & Heraklion City Tour take?

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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Heraklion is not rushed.

Is Makrigialos-Ierapetra: Knossos Palace & Heraklion City Tour worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Heraklion, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Makrigialos-Ierapetra: Knossos Palace & Heraklion City Tour?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Makrigialos-Ierapetra: Knossos Palace & Heraklion City Tour suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Makrigialos-Ierapetra: Knossos Palace & Heraklion City Tour?

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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Heraklion can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Heraklion and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Makrigialos-Ierapetra: Knossos Palace & Heraklion City Tour start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Heraklion within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Heraklion?

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On Outty we rank every Heraklion experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Knossos - Zeus Cave - Old Traditional Villages-Olive Oil Factory, Knossos & Lasithi Plateau: Zeus Cave, Villages, Olive Oil Tour, 5Hour Safari Tour in Crete(Heraklion)with Quad,Jeep,Buggy & Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Heraklion?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Heraklion?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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