Heraklion is the largest city and the administrative capital of Crete. It is located east of Chania.
You will have the chance to visit Knossos palace, the largest Bronze Age archaeological site in Crete and Europe’s oldest city. It was the ceremonial and political center of Minoan civilazation and culture.
You will also have the opportunity to visit Heraklion Archaeological Museum for a more fullfilling experience of the Minoan collection.
* Duration: 45 minutes
* Starts: Greece, Greece
* Trip Category: Air, Helicopter & Balloon Tours >> Air Tours
Heraklion is the largest city and the administrative capital of Crete. It is located east of Chania.
You will have the chance to visit Knossos palace, the largest Bronze Age archaeological site in Crete and Europe’s oldest city. It was the ceremonial and political center of Minoan civilazation and culture.
You will also have the opportunity to visit Heraklion Archaeological Museum for a more fullfilling experience of the Minoan collection.
Itinerary
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Pass By: Rethymnon, Rethymnon, Rethymnon Prefecture, Crete
Departing from Chania, within some minutes you will be flying above the beautiful city of Rethymnon.
Pass By: Heraklion, Heraklion, Crete
Before landing you will have the chance for a quick look of the city from the air. Also you will view Dia island, an unihabited island off the northen coast where there are a number of protected wildlife species.
