Trish M.United States
This was a private tour and our guide was extremely knowledgeable. Two of our party could not walk long distances for long periods and he was quite good about giving us time to rest
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Private tour in Chania Apostolos P
Chania City Private Walking Tour: History, Sounds, Food & Senses
4.9
(7) reviews
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4 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-6 people
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4 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-6 people
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Apostolos P.
4.9
Guide rating
17
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Hi and welcome to Crete! Professional and licensed historian tour guide, accredited by the Greek Ministry of Tourism. With studies in History & Archaeology, and being a Master's degree (MSc) holder, i can guide you through the beauties of my homeland: Crete and Greece! Being a local Cretan i joined Tours By Locals to share my knowledge and my passion about Greece to the guests of my country. I speak English, German, and obviously beeing a local, Greek! Being a tour guide was my passion from day one. It is one of the three hobbies that i had an aspiration turning into a profession*. After finishing my studies in modern history and Archaeology, and finishing my masters i am now fully working as a professional licensed tourist guide in Crete and all over Greece. Having many years of robust tour guiding expertise, i am always striving to provide guest of my country an original, authentic and off the beaten path experience while on holidays. The tours that i offer on Tours By Locals are fully customizable, and i can cover all your interest upon request: You see, being a licensed tourist guide gives me the privilege, because of my studies, to guide you through all the Archaeological Sites, Museums, and places of Historical significance all over Greece. So not only we will cover your interests on our private tour, but we will go the extra mile, providing you with crucial intelligence of Greece's rich history, culture, past and present. My interest as a tourist guide on the tours that i offer are: History & Archaeology tours, walking tours, cultural and village tours, ecotourism tours and especially modern history WW2 tours in Greece - such as the Battle of Crete/ Operation Mercury tours that i offer. Join my tours or contact me to make your own tour and lets make your holidays in Crete an awesome endeavor, allowing me to show you Crete, the Proper Way! *(the other two are becoming a Vet, and a Pilot!).
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Immerce yourself to Chania's Venetian & Ottoman Past with a licensed guide!
Overview of your Chania tour
As a historian and licensed guide, let me show you my passion for my hometown: History, smells, lovely sights, archaeology, and hospitable people are all combined in this walking tour of the five senses! Get a glimpse of the Venetian harbor, where i welcome you and briefly explain Chania's rich history, culture, and attractions. Venetian Rule, Egyptian Era, Roman Rule, Ottoman Period, & World War 2 history all come together right in front of your eyes on this Chania scenic walking tour. Let me show you the back alleys where you can explore the Venetian fortifications, the houses of the Ottoman Period, and the distinctive flair of antiquity. Historical Photos will help you better understand the past and present before I disclose the culinary wonders and traditional Cretan food! Great Photos, a knowledgeable guide, a laid-back pace, and tranquillity come standard!
Recent Reviews
Christiane D.United States
We had an amazing tour with Apostolos! He knows everything about Chania. We learned all the stories, how to differentiate building from different eras, little secrets about the town and much more. At the end, he dropped us off at the entrance of our ship. It was amazing! Thank you, Apostolos, for this wonderful experience!
Sheryl K.United States
Apostolos was an awesome guide! He shared so much important history of Chania, and we really enjoyed his conversational and fun way of explaining historical events and answering our questions. He has a great personality and sense of humor, and he is also a very kind person to spend the day with. He was always happy to take family photos and even recommended a couple different places for good pictures. He even surprised us with some olive oil from his own family's olive orchard! We would 100% choose Apostolos as a guide again!
Michele G.United States
amazing tour with a great guide! Communication ahead of time was perfect. He showed us Chania highlights . We went to an excellent beach and had a great meal at a local restaurant. He shared many facts with us along the way. We would not have enjoyed the Island as much without this awesome tour.
Beth S.United States
We had a great tour with Apostolos! His wealth of knowledge was truly impressive! We learned so much about the fascinating history of Crete. Thank you!
Robert T.
We all really enjoyed this tour. Out guide was really informative and enjoyable to be with.
Your Chania tour itinerary
• Private Guided Half-Day Tour - You will be alone with your friends/ family • Excellent Knowledge of Chania City, With a professional licensed tourist guide • Laid Back, Adjusted to your pace • Then and Now pictures of Chania Town, using rare historical archives • Traditional Food Tastings and genuine Cretan delicacies • Awesome Photo Opportunities • Learn about Chania City's rich past, which dates back thousands of years • Possible museum/ archaeological site entrances - Adjusted to your needs (Suspect to availability) • Off-the-beaten-path areas & rare historical photo documents of Chania town's past • Possible diversions - alterations to the private tour, according to your needs • Fully customizable itinerary - Based on your interests. Don't hesitate to contact me for details, alterations and a price quote.
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Transport details
Type: Walking
• I can offer you also private transportation to the city centre of Chania/ Beginning of our private walking tour with a spacious, new and fully air conditioned 7 seater car.
What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Perks: Greek Local Snacks
What's not included
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
Chania, Greece
• I cover all essential Areas of Chania, including Souda Cruiseport and Chania's old town Cruiseport. • I offer Free pickup and drop off for all areas of Chania Center and within a radius of 10km. * This is a private walking tour in Chania's old town. Alternatively, we can meet each other at the starting point of our private tour, which is "Agora" - Market Square. *
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
City Highlights
Photography
Food And Drink
Tour reference number
1400176
Languages
English
Greek
GermanActivity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Kid Friendly
Traveller reviews
4.9
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Who is this private tour in Chania best suited for?
This private tour in Chania is perfect for travellers who want to immerse themselves in the rich history and culture of the city. It's ideal for those interested in exploring Chania's Venetian and Ottoman past, as well as anyone looking to enjoy traditional Cretan food and off-the-beaten-path areas. The tour is also suitable for families, seniors, and individuals with mobility concerns, as it is wheelchair accessible and kid-friendly.
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4 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-6 people
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4 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-6 people
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