Knossos, Wine Tasting & Archanes Village

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$119.99 / Adult (ages 13 and over)

$109.99 / Child (ages 12 and under)

Heraklion, Crete, Greece

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No Minimum Age

Meal Included

6.0 hours

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Enjoy a visit to Knossos, the legendary home of the labyrinth and the Minotaur followed by wine tasting and a traditional Cretan lunch in beautiful Archanes village. Arrive in Knossos for a guided tour around this large and imposing ruin of the Minoan civilization, proved to be an exceedingly beautiful and complex building leading to the theory that it is at the origin of the myth of the Labyrinth and the Minotaur.

It is also thought to have been the seat of the legendary King Minos as well as a major religious center. Most famous of all are the stunning frescoes, reproductions of which adorn some of the walls. Continue on to the small inland village of Peza, an important agricultural and economic center due to the extended agricultural products, mainly wine and olive oil. Visit its museum where traditional equipment for wine making is exhibited. Finally reach Archanes, a small village lovingly restored to its original beauty. This village is one of the most picturesque on Crete and has been voted by the EU as Best Village Restoration Effort .

The village is nestled at the foot of Yiouchta Mountain, the mountain where it is said that Zeus was buried. Experience some famous Cretan hospitality and enjoy a traditional lunch in the village tavern.

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Professional photo or video equipment, food or beverage except water are not permitted at locations.
Comfortable shoes recommended due to uneven terrain.
May operate in reverse

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