Palace of Knossos - Early Morning Ticket and avoid crowds
Overview
Explore Crete and Visit the Legendary Palace of Knossos
Step into the heart of Minoan civilization by visiting the Palace of Knossos, the ancient capital of Minoan Crete. Uncover the mysteries of one of the world’s earliest and most fascinating civilizations. Though Knossos and other Minoan sites were excavated in the late 19th century, this Bronze Age culture still keeps many secrets hidden—like a real-life labyrinth of myth and history.
Reserve your skip-the-line ticket and enjoy a 90-minute guided walking tour of Knossos Palace with a licensed expert guide. Avoid the crowds and head straight to the entrance—no waiting in line.
Please arrive 20 minutes before the scheduled start time.
This is a shared group tour. The tour will begin promptly at the designated time and cannot be delayed for any reason.
Important: Starting times are strictly observed. No exceptions can be made.
What's Included
- Skip-the-ticket-line service, to avoid the queue at the ticket counter
- Entry ticket for the Knossos Palace, general admission fee (20 EUR)
- Original reseller of service - authorized travel agent
- All fees and taxes (VAT 24% etc.)
- Licensed tour guide for a guided tour in a small group at the Knossos Palace
- Headset to hear the guide better, if the group size is over 6 participants (7-16 pax)
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
The Palace of Knossos
Knosos 71409, Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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The Palace of Knossos
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Guided Walking Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry, you join a small group for a guided walking tour through the palace of Knossos.
- Our check-in operator will be waiting for you by the ticket booth at Knossos, holding a sign with our "Meeting Point" logo. Check-in begins 20 minutes before the tour start time. Please note that this is a shared group tour, and to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone, we kindly wish to inform you that entry tickets are reserved for specific time slots. If you arrive after your scheduled time, the tickets unfortunately expire. In that case, we will do our best to assist you with purchasing a new ticket, subject to availability. For those arriving by car: Please allow extra time to find parking. We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before the tour start time.
- Please check your location before booking! Knossos Palace is just 5 km (20 min) from Heraklion port/airport — very convenient. It’s not convenient from Chania (Souda port or CHQ airport) — it's 140 km away (2.5 hrs by car). We are based in Heraklion city center
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Skip-the-ticket-line service, to avoid the queue at the ticket counter.
- Entry ticket for the Knossos Palace, general admission fee (20 EUR).
- Original reseller of service - authorized travel agent.
- All fees and taxes (VAT 24% etc.).
- Licensed tour guide for a guided tour in a small group at the Knossos Palace.
- Headset to hear the guide better, if the group size is over 6 participants (7-16 pax).
- Food and drinks.
- Lunch.
- Transportation to/from attractions.
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Palace of Knossos - Early Morning Ticket and avoid crowds is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Palace of Knossos – Early Morning Ticket and avoid crowds will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Skip-the-ticket-line service, to avoid the queue at the ticket counter
- Entry ticket for the Knossos Palace, general admission fee (20 EUR)
- Original reseller of service - authorized travel agent
- All fees and taxes (VAT 24% etc.)
- Licensed tour guide for a guided tour in a small group at the Knossos Palace
- Headset to hear the guide better, if the group size is over 6 participants (7-16 pax)
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Guided Walking Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry, you join a small group for a guided walking tour through the palace of Knossos.
- Our check-in operator will be waiting for you by the ticket booth at Knossos, holding a sign with our "Meeting Point" logo. Check-in begins 20 minutes before the tour start time. Please note that this is a shared group tour, and to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone, we kindly wish to inform you that entry tickets are reserved for specific time slots. If you arrive after your scheduled time, the tickets unfortunately expire. In that case, we will do our best to assist you with purchasing a new ticket, subject to availability. For those arriving by car: Please allow extra time to find parking. We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before the tour start time.
- Please check your location before booking! Knossos Palace is just 5 km (20 min) from Heraklion port/airport — very convenient. It’s not convenient from Chania (Souda port or CHQ airport) — it's 140 km away (2.5 hrs by car). We are based in Heraklion city center
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
