Best of Crete

Enjoy the best of Crete - visit the Knossos Palace, the picturesque town of Agios Nikolaos to taste the famous Cretan cuisine and spend some time at the cosmopolitan Elounda village. Drive to  Knossos, the ancient capital of the great king Minos. Be guided through the fantastic ruins of the ancient palace complex, which served as the administrative and religious centers for the whole region. The restoration undertaken by Sir Arthur Evans helps you to both visualize the palace as it was and understand its labyrinthine complexity. 

The living quarters of the king and queen and members of the royal court, rooms for state occasions, theater area, store rooms and potters' workshops are all within the palace complex. Continue on an hour's drive through the charming countryside and arrive in Agios Nikolaos. The town is known for the picturesque bottomless lake. Explore this beautiful village on your own and also enjoy the famous Cretan hospitality with a traditional lunch.

Continue on to the small town of Elounda on the seafront of Mirabello Bay where you will have some free time to enjoy the sights of the old harbor, catching a glimpse of the Island of Spinalonga before your return to the ship.