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Knossos Palace and Cretan Cuisine: Exploring History and Gastronomy

Crete

Heraklion City

Duration

8 h
30 m

Availability

Up to 4 persons

Guided Tour

Up to 4 persons

Overnight Stay

Not provided

Active Months

Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec

Description

In Crete, this 8.5-hour experience combines two of the island’s greatest wonders — the awe-inspiring ancient ruins of the Palace of Knossos and an immersive introduction to Cretan cuisine. History and gastronomy woven together in one extraordinary day.

Knossos & Cretan Cuisine Day Experience

  • Knossos Palace: Explore the extraordinary ruins of the Minoan Palace of Knossos — the 3,500-year-old labyrinthine complex at the heart of Europe’s oldest civilisation
  • Cretan Cooking Introduction: Learn the fundamentals of Cretan cuisine and the principles of the legendary Cretan diet from expert local cooks
  • Traditional Meal: Enjoy a traditional Cretan meal that connects the ancient Minoan culture’s agricultural heritage with the living culinary traditions of modern Crete

A unique combination of ancient history and authentic Cretan food culture. Book through Gastronomy Tours.

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Highlights

  • Visiting Knossos Palace Archaeological Site

  • Cooking Class & Lunch

  • Difficulty: Easy

  • Included

  • Coffee and/or Tea

  • Alcoholic beverages is strictly for 18 years old and above only

  • Lunch with numerous plates with local delicacies.

  • Bottled water

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Private tour with private Transfer

  • Pickup Service

  • Not Included

  • Personal Expenses

  • Admission Ticket to Knossos Palace (15.00 euros / Person)

  • Tour Guide

  • Important Notice

    1. Not wheelchair accessible
    2. Not stroller accessible
    3. Not suitable for pets
    4. No public transportation nearby
    5. Infants must not sit on laps
    6. Infant seats unavailable
    7. Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.

    Timeline

    Departure

    Elounda

    08:30

    Arrival at Knossos Palace

    Knossos Palace

    09:30

    Cooking Class

    Knossos

    11:30

    Lunch

    13:30

    Return to the hotel

    Elounda

    14:30

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    Tour Languages

    Greek, English

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