Knossos Palace: Standard Private Tour with Licensed Guide (Skip-the-Line Entry)
Short Description:
Explore the ancient Palace of Knossos at your own pace on a private guided tour led by a licensed expert. Dive into Greek mythology and Minoan history with skip-the-line access and personalized storytelling—perfect for families, couples, or small groups.
Full Description:
Enjoy an exclusive journey into the heart of Europe’s oldest civilization with this private guided walking tour of Knossos Palace. Skip the long entrance lines and discover the mythical Labyrinth of King Minos and the Minotaur with the undivided attention of a licensed guide.
Your expert guide will walk you through the royal apartments, Throne Room, ancient shrines, workshops, and more—revealing how the advanced Minoan culture influenced the ancient world. The site covers over 20,000 m² and includes 1,500+ interlocking rooms, once home to the legendary King Minos, Princess Ariadne, and Daedalus.
This private tour is ideal for travelers seeking a tailored and relaxed experience, with flexible pacing, mythological storytelling, and direct interaction with your guide. Enhance your tour by booking the complete Knossos Private Tour Package, which includes entry tickets and optional hotel/port transfer.
Product Highlights:
- Private guided walking tour of Knossos Palace (90 minutes)
- Led by a licensed English-speaking expert guide
- Includes Skip-the-Line service at the main entrance
- Tailored pace and experience for families, couples, or history lovers
- Learn about Greek mythology, Minoan architecture, and Bronze Age culture
- Optional upgrade with entry tickets and private transfer service
- Personalized and engaging—your guide is your private Ariadne!
Inclusions:
- 90-minute private guided tour of Knossos Palace
- Professional licensed tour guide (English-speaking)
- Skip-the-Line assistance (entry ticket not included unless booked as a package)
- Check-in support by our WeGuide.gr – Meeting Point operator
- Fully personalized and flexible experience
Exclusions:
- Entry ticket to Knossos Palace (available as an add-on, €20 per adult 18+; free for citizens under 18, with valid ID)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (available as an add-on)
- Food and drinks
- Tips and gratuities
Meeting Point:
Palace of Knossos – Main Entrance
In front of the official Ticket Office.
Look for the "WeGuide.gr – Meeting Point" sign held by our representative.
Important Info:
- This tour involves moderate walking on uneven surfaces
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Bring sun protection and water, especially in summer
Meeting Point
We are in front of the main gate of Knossos Palace
Our Check-In Team
We are always recognizable!
Our check-in operators are right there, with Green-Yellow bright and colorful shirts, easy for anybody to locate!
They will inform you about anything you need to know for your tour and even skip the long line to get your ticket, if needed.
They will help you find the restroom and refreshments for the hot Cretan days!
WeGuide team
Meeting Point Logo
Our operator will be holding a sign with a “WeGuide.gr – Meeting Point” logo:
✔️ Main Entrance to the Palace of Knossos, in front of the Ticket Office (Skip-the-Line Entry). Meet and greet, our check-in operator, next to the entrance of the archaeological site, by the ticket booth. Your guide will be holding a logo sign with the “Meeting Point - WeGuide.gr " logo.
✔️ Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before the activity starts.
✔️ Tours start at fixed times with a strict no-exceptions policy. Participants must arrive on time to avoid disruptions.
✔️ Please check your location before booking!
✔️ We kindly remind you that the tour you have booked is a shared experience with other travelers. The starting times for all tours are strictly adhered to, and there is a no-exceptions policy. Please ensure timely arrival to avoid any disruptions to your tour.
✔️ Tickets are valid for the selected time slot. Arriving outside this window result in denied entry, necessitating the purchase of a new entry ticket.