Knossos Private Guide - Unlock the Secrets of the Labyrinth

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Crete, Greece

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Group discounts
Offered in: English

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Overview

Enjoy a visit to Europe’s oldest city with a personal touch on this guided tour through the ruins of Knossos. This tour helps visitors to Knossos get the most out of their time in ‘the Labyrinth’; from skip-the-line access to commentary in English, French or Russian from a licensed guide, this tour brings the ruins of the city alive.

See the ancient world in color: unlike many sites, much of Knossos’ pigment remains
Spend more time exploring, and less time queuing for tickets, with skip-the-line access
Don’t strain to hear your guide on this private tour
Get your guide’s help to interpret Knossos’ ancient art and architecture

What's Included

Private Tour with Licensed Tourist Guide
All Fees and Taxes
Entry ticket of Knossos palace. (Entrance exclusively at the time slot of your choice)

Private transportation

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

WeGuide.gr - Meeting point for guided tours
Knossos 714 09, Greece
Meeting point: Main Entrance to the Palace of Knossos, in front of the Ticket Office (Skip-the-Line Entry).

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

The Palace of Knossos

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
IMPORTANT NOTE : Starting times are strictly kept. There is no exceptions policy.
Our check-in operator will be waiting for you by the ticket booth at Knossos, holding a sign with our "Meeting Point" logo. Check-in begins 20 minutes before the tour start time. Please note that this is a shared group tour, so to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone, we kindly ask that you arrive on time, as late arrivals cannot be accommodated. Your entry tickets are valid only for the scheduled time slot. If you arrive late and miss your entry, you may be required to purchase new tickets (approx. €20 per adult) at your own expense. For those arriving by car: Please allow extra time to find parking. We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before the tour start time.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 15 reviews

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Outstanding Tour!

Tammy_M, Jun 2024

Our guide Akrivi was fantastic, couldn’t ask for better. Her knowledge and insights into the history of Knossos made our time there so much greater than what we imagined. Knossos itself is gorgeous and amazing on its own but it’s a 100% more enjoyable with a friendly and knowledgeable guide, like Akrivi to put everything you are seeing into context.

Response from Host, Jun 2024

Thank you!!!

The best way to see Knossos!

Edward_S, May 2024

Fabulous tour! Just the right length and wonderful blending of history, mythology, culture, architecture and archaeology. Highly recommended!

Response from Host, May 2024

Thank you so much !!!!

Having a guide helped us get more out our visit

Mary_C, May 2024

Perfect length for a thorough visit to the site. Our guide helped us understand what was in front of us while making sure we also could put the site in context with the history of Greece overall.

Response from Host, May 2024

Thank you so much!!

Fascinating overview of...

Benjamin_W, Apr 2023

Fascinating overview of the Knossos Palace - and the REAL history behind the labyrinth myth! Akrivi was a wonderful, informed guide.

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Thank you!!!

Knossos guide was great!

Jeff_G, Sep 2022

Knowledgeable, friendly guide. Easy to find at Knossos. Would recommended to all. Had a great experience.

Response from Host, Sep 2022

Thank you so much !!

Highly recommended

Heidi_R, Oct 2020

Arriving was a very wonderful guide. She spoke English very well and explained all many interesting points. She kept my teenage daughters attention the whole time. I loved learning about the Minoan history (herstory 😜). Thank you. Highly recommended!!!

Response from Host, Jul 2021

thank you!!

Bella visita

Paolo_B, Aug 2022

Bellissima visita privata al palazzo di Cnosso accompagnati dalla guida Elena che ci portati indietro di 4.000 anni. Bellissima esperienza che consigliamo.

Response from Host, Aug 2022

Thanks !!

Magnifique expérience!

AnneSylvie_D, Apr 2022

Tout était parfaitement organisé. Notre guide Eleana nous attendait à l'entrée, avait nos billets, et connaissait tous les trucs pour que nous profitions au maximum de la visite. Pleine d'humour, ultra cultivée et adorable avec les enfants, elle nous a fait passer un excellent moment. Merci!!