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Description
Within this chauffeur-driven private tour, you will visit the world-famous Palace of Knossos. Your private local insider guide will ensure for you skip-the-line accesses in all archaeological areas, key pieces of information, and extra-personalized attention. Then, from the history and cultural experience, you will be immersed into another time wandering the unspoiled Cretan landscape along with authentic layers of flavors, wines, and village life of the island of Crete. You will also enjoy personal pick-up and drop-off with a premium vehicle at your full-day disposal, like a true VIP.
Itinerary
Personal Pick Up
Your day trip will start with a personal pick-up by your private driver with a premium class vehicle on disposal, at any convenient time of the day. Every detail for your maximum comfort and privacy will be assured during the day.
Knossos Palace
The first stop of the itinerary will be at the Palace of Knossos where your archaeology specialized private guide will guide you at the majestic Minoan monument by exploring the depths of the oldest civilization in Europe. You will find inspiration from the legends of King Minos and the Minotaur, the palatial labyrinth, and the iconic artwork.
Skalani Village
Then, you will explore the authentic Cretan village of Skalani which is famously rich for its local olive and vineyard products as well as the off-the-beaten-path eateries and traditional local delicacies.
Boutari Winery
Just outside the village, a short stroll will take you to a quintessentially local award-winning winery of Boutari. At this Cretan winery, which dates back to 1879, your local insider guide will acquaint you with the harmony of nature and human labor which is dedicated to the organic production of high-quality Cretan wines. Not to mention the experience of the full flight of winetasting, perfectly paired with local delicacies such as a handpicked selection of charcuterie and cheese.
Melidoni Ancient Cave
Next, you will experience a journey to the authentic West Crete by visiting the Venetian village of Melidoni. Just not far from the village, together with your local insider guide, you will explore the Melidoni Cave a place of worship of the Minoan worshipers of the mythical bronze giant of Crete, Talos.
Village of Argyroupolis
Your village-hopping will continue for a Cretan lunch in the village of Argyroupolis with its fresh-water springs, breezy waterfalls, old mills, and the ancient lush green landscape. This itinerary stop is dedicated to your authentic gastronomic experience. You will taste delicious Cretan recipes with deep roots and experience the bottomless Cretan hospitality. In addition, you will have the opportunity to explore the ancient city of Lappa, on which the village of Argyroupolis was built, where ancient baths and basilicas with mosaics are still preserved.
Meeting points
- Istro, , Istro, 721 00
- Voulisma beach, , , 721 00
- Agios Nikolaos, , Agios Nikolaos,
- Elounda, , Elounda,
- Sisi, , Sisi, 724 00
- Milatos, , Milatos, 724 00
- Malia, Crete, , Malia, Crete, 700 07
- Hersonissos, , Hersonissos, 700 14
- Anissaras, , Anissaras, 700 14
- Analipsi, , Analipsi, 700 14
- Kokkini Hani, , Kokkini Hani,
- Gouves, , Gouves, 700 14
- Heraklion, , Heraklion,
- Agia Pelagia, , Agia Pelagia, 715 00
- Fodele, , Fodele, 715 00
- Bali, , Bali,
Pick up locations
- Blue Palace, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Crete, Plaka
- Domes of Elounda, Autograph Collection,
- Elounda Garden Suites, Dimokratias Ave
- Elounda Mare Relais & Chateaux hotel, Dimokratias 10,
- Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas,
- Elounda Gulf Villas, Mesa Pigadakia Schisma Elounda,
- Elounda Peninsula All Suite Hotel, Elounda Peninsula via private road,
- Sensimar Elounda Village Resort & Spa by Aquila,
- Elounda Orama Boutique Hotel, Epar.Od. Agiou Nikolaou - Vrouchas
- Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort,
- Royal Marmin Bay Boutique & Art Hotel,
- Candia Park Village,
- Pleiades Luxurious Villas, Aghios Nikolaos,
- Minos Beach Art hotel, Akti Ilia Sotirchou,
- Elounda Bay Palace,
- St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas, Thessi Nissi,
- Daios Cove Luxury Resort & Villas, Vathi Beach
- Istron Bay Hotel, Eo Agiou Nikolaou Sitias 109
- Istron Luxury Villas,
- Istron Collection Villas,
- Milatos Village Cretan Agrotourism Hotel, Unnamed Road
- Grecotel Meli Palace, Agia Varvara,
- Cretan Malia Park,
- Mitsis Laguna Resort & Spa,
- Aldemar Cretan Village, Limenas Hersonissou,
- Aldemar Knossos Royal,
- Aldemar Luxury Knossos Villas, Limenas Hersonissou,
- Lyttos Beach Hotel,
- Creta Maris Beach Resort,
- Hersonissos Village Hotel, 12 Solomou
- Elysium Boutique Hotel, Analipsis Beach Road
- Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa,
- Stella Palace Resort & Spa,
- Nana Beach Hotel,
- Nana Princess,
- Amirandes, Grecotel Exclusive Resort, PO Box 106
- Galaxy Hotel Iraklio, 75 Dimokratias Avenue,
- GDM Megaron Historical Monument Hotel, 9, D. Beaufort
- Lato Boutique Hotel, Epimenidou 15,
- Ibis Styles Heraklion Central, Koroneou 26 Street & Agiou Titou
- AQUILA Atlantis Hotel, 2 Ygias Str,
- Out of the Blue Capsis Elite Resort, 2 Eleftherios Venizelos
- CHC Athina Palace Resort & Spa, Lygaria
- Fodele Beach & Water Park Holiday Resort, PO Box 1354, Heraklion, Crete
- Greco Fodele Villas, Fodele Village,
- Bali Beach Hotel & Village,
- Bali Mare Hotel and Villas,
- Bali Diamond,
- Bali Blue Bay, ,
- Heraklion Port Passenger Station, Leof. Nearchou
- Port Police, 3 Koundourou
- Port Rethymno, 37 Sofokli Venizelou
- N. Kazantzakis Airport,
What's included
A chauffeured premium vehicle
Private guide: We take much pride in having the best local guides of Crete!
Private expert guide in art, history, & archeology
Vehicle amenities: mineral water, Cretan fruits & snacks, Wi-Fi, USB sockets & hygiene amenities
Our assistance with the best restaurant recommendations & reservations
VIP skip-the-line access & assistance with purchasing admission tickets
Exclusive insider-access opportunities & tailored details of your personal interest
Our concierge support before & during your day trip
What's excluded
Admission fees
Wine tasting expenses (if requested)
Important information
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Enjoy personal pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, villa, cruise or any other point of Crete island. NOTE: pick-up time is flexible and upon your final confirmation
Cancellation policy
- Cancellation fee of 100% if cancelled 1 day or less before departure
- Cancellation fee of 0% if cancelled 1000 days or less before departure
Categories
- CULTURAL AND THEME TOURS
- DAY TRIPS AND EXCURSIONS
- LUXURY AND SPECIAL OCCASIONS
- BUS OR MINIVAN TOUR
Guided Language
- English
- Deutsch
- Russian
- Francaise
- Ελληνικά
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