Knossos day trips run from across Crete, easiest from Heraklion and as longer coach excursions from Chania, Rethymno and the resorts. Plan day trips and tickets through My Greece Tours. A day trip is how most travellers see the Palace of Knossos. The sections below cover whether you can visit in a day, trips from … Read more
A Knossos and Heraklion tour pairs the Minoan palace with the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, where its original frescoes are kept. Plan combined tours and tickets through My Greece Tours. Combining the two is the fullest way to experience the Palace of Knossos. The sections below cover what the tour is, why the palace and museum … Read more
The best time to visit Knossos is spring or autumn, early in the day, when the weather is mild and the crowds and heat are lower. Plan tickets and tours through My Greece Tours. Timing makes a real difference to a visit to the Palace of Knossos. The sections below cover the best season, the … Read more
Knossos opens daily year-round, with longer hours in summer and shorter ones in winter, and an early start beats the crowds and heat. Plan tickets and tours through My Greece Tours. Opening hours shape any visit to the Palace of Knossos. The sections below cover the hours, whether it opens all year, the best time … Read more
Knossos lies just southeast of Heraklion on Crete, reached easily by local bus, taxi, car or organized tour. Plan transport and tours through My Greece Tours. Getting there is the first practical step for visiting the Palace of Knossos. The sections below cover where Knossos is, the bus, driving and taxis, reaching it from the … Read more
Knossos guided tours bring the Minoan palace to life with an expert guide, and almost always include the entry ticket. Plan guided tours and tickets through My Greece Tours. A guided tour is one of the most rewarding ways to see the Palace of Knossos. The sections below cover whether tours are worth it, what … Read more
Knossos Palace tickets can be bought at the gate or online in advance, with a discounted combined ticket covering the Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Plan tickets and guided tours through My Greece Tours. Tickets are the practical first step for any visit to the Palace of Knossos. The sections below cover how to get tickets, the … Read more
Mykonos vs Crete weighs a small, glamorous party island against Greece’s vast, varied largest island. Mykonos is for beach clubs, nightlife and a short, iconic trip, while Crete offers ancient sites, diverse stunning beaches, mountains, world-class food and far better value over a longer stay. This guide compares them on beaches, history, food, cost, time … Read more
Getting from Mykonos to Crete is done by a seasonal ferry of around 5 to 6 hours to Heraklion, run by SeaJets and Fast Ferries, or by flying via Athens. This guide covers the ferry times, the prices, the ports, the operators, flights, booking and how to reach Greece’s largest island from Mykonos. Plan the … Read more
Santorini vs Crete is a choice between a small, romantic, view-driven island and a vast one with better beaches, deeper history and lower prices. Santorini suits a short, scenic break; Crete suits a longer, varied holiday. This guide compares them on size, beaches, scenery, cost and who each suits. Plan the whole trip with Greece … Read more
The Santorini to Crete ferry runs to Heraklion in 1.5 to 3 hours, with daily year-round sailings from around 15 euros, linking the volcanic Cyclades with Greece’s largest island. This guide covers the journey time, the prices, the operators, the ports and tips for the crossing. Crete is an easy onward hop from the wider … Read more