KNIGHT TRAVEL – Licence Number: 9429

Heraklio City Tour Break

  • Greece Tours | Package Tours | Small Group Tour
  • 3 Days / 2 Nights
  • Language: English

Overview

Enjoy a short yet enriching escape to Crete, where ancient history meets vibrant local culture. This 3-day itinerary is designed to give you a perfect introduction to the island, combining iconic archaeological sites with authentic cultural experiences.

Discover the legendary Palace of Knossos, home of the famous Minotaur myth, and explore the spiritual atmosphere of traditional monasteries. In the evening, immerse yourself in a lively Cretan night filled with music, dance, and delicious local cuisine.

With comfortable hotel accommodation, guided tours, and seamless transfers included, this tour offers a hassle-free and memorable Crete experience.

What To Expect

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Day 1: ARRIVAL IN HERAKLION & CRETAN NIGHT

Upon arrival at Heraklion Airport, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel.

In the evening, get ready for a memorable cultural experience:

  • Transfer to a traditional mountain village above Hersonissos
  • Enjoy a Cretan night with live music (bouzouki & lyra)
  • Watch authentic Greek folk dance performances
  • Join the fun and learn traditional dance steps
  • Savor a buffet-style Cretan dinner with unlimited house wine

A lively and immersive introduction to local culture.

Overnight in Heraklion

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Day 2: KNOSSOS PALACE & HERAKLION EXPLORATION

After breakfast, begin your journey into Crete’s ancient past.

  • Visit the legendary Palace of Knossos, the island’s most iconic site
  • Guided tour of the vast complex with over 1,000 rooms
  • Discover the myth of the Minotaur and the Labyrinth
  • Continue to the Kera Kardiotissa Monastery, a peaceful pilgrimage site dedicated to the Virgin Mary
  • Scenic drive through central Crete landscapes

Return to Heraklion in the afternoon.
Free time at leisure and overnight stay

Overnight in Heraklion

Breakfast at the Hotel

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Day 3: DEPARTURE FROM HERAKLION

After breakfast:

  • Check-out from your hotel
  • Transfer to Heraklion Airport for your departure flight

End of services

Breakfast at the Hotel

What’s Included

  • 2 nights accommodation in Heraklion (bed & breakfast)
  • Traditional Cretan night experience with dinner and unlimited house wine
  • Guided visit to Knossos Palace
  • Visit to Kera Kardiotissa Monastery
  • Professional licensed English-speaking guide
  • All transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
  • Airport meet & greet service
  • Entrance fees as per itinerary
  • Local assistance throughout the tour

What’s Excluded

  • International flights
  • Personal expenses (drinks, souvenirs, etc.)
  • Optional tours or activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Tips & gratuities (optional but recommended)
  • Travel insurance
  • Lunches and dinners not specified in the program

Additional Information

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