The second largest city of Crete is famous for its Old Town, and is beloved for it's typically Greek cuisine and sunny weather. Allow a local guide to walk you through the rich history of Chania, from the Byzantine and Arab era, the Venetian era, all the way through to the Ottoman and modern times. Your private Chania tour will uncover layers upon layers of history, in one of Crete's most charming settings.

The surrounding area of Chania has lots to offer, especially for the traveler who chooses to get off the beaten path. Take a leisurely walk through some of the most famous gorges in Greece - including the Samaria Gorge. This area is world renowned for its bird watching, so make sure to bring your camera!

Whether it's the architecture of the Old Town that is of interest, or the many museums or galleries found in Chania, your guide will show you the highlights and offer experiences that only the locals know!

Chania

A Dream Where Time Doesn't Exist. Your Tailored Elafonisi Escape from Chania

This is a tailor-made Elafonisi private day tour just for you!

The Old Port, the Firka Fort and the Venetian/Jewish Quarter

The Old Port, the Mosque of Kioutsouk Hasan and the central place of the Old Port Sintrivani (The Fountain)

Chania's Orthodox Metropolitan Church in the Old Town

The Old Town's panoramic view with the Old Market

Chania, a town on the crossroads of civilizations

Half Day Tour on Chania's Old Town

Full Day Tour on Chania's Old Town and lunch on a mountain restaurant

Combine exploring Chania, a magnificent gorge, the mountains and an amazing restaurant!

Best of Crete Sightseeing: Rethymno - Argiroupolis - Kournas Lake - Chania from Chania

The Art of Exploration. Western Crete’s Finest.

Western Crete Discovery: Chania, Rethymno, and Authentic Flavors from Chania

Overview of Apokoronas - Full Day Shore Excursion from Chania

The Ottoman fort Subashi (next to Aptera), built in the mid-19th century

View from the fort towards the bay of Kalives and Apokoronas

Fort Izzeddin and Fort Souda (island) as seen from Subashi tower (north of Aptera)

The Byzantine monastery built within ancient Aptera in the 11th century

The village of Macheri as seen from accross the valley (from Nio Chorio)

The ancient theater of Aptera, still in use today

view of the church of Panagia Zerviotissa (10th century)

partial view of Vamos with the White Mountains in the background

A quick dive into Cretan history & culture

Olive gardens, on the road to Elafonisi Beach

Elos Village, on the road to Elafonisi Beach

Potamida Village, on the road to Elafonisi Beach

Plokamiana Village, on the road to Elafonisi Beach

Monastery of Chrisoskalitisa, on the road to Elafonisi Beach

Explore Elafonisi island and its beach, one of the most beautiful in the world

Full Day Tour at Elafonisi Beach

Vamos and Gavalochori - Half Day Shore Excursion from Chania

The city hall of Vamos and the monument to the Cretan revolutions of the 19th century

Coffee and raki, a common order or offer in most traditional cafes of Crete

Children and old men at the main square of Gavalohori

One of the cafes at the main square of Vamos

A view of Vamos with the Lefka Ori (White Mountains) on the background

View of the lower part of the "kalderimi" in the old quarter of Vamos

Inside the Folklore Museum of Gavalochori

Panorama of Gavalochori. You can see Akrotiri on the background and a slice of the Bay of Souda in between.

A rare insight into everyday life in rural Crete

Join me on this private day trip & discover! Enjoy a panoramic view of the Samaria Gorge!

Samaria Gorge view - Half Day Light Hiking Tour

Therisso gorge and lunch at a unique restaurant half day tour

Drive through a gorge and see the mountain life of the heart of Crete

Half Day Tour at Historic Akrotiri Peninsula

Cretan Monasteries, stunning beach and an amazing view!

South Apokoronas Tour - Full Day Shore Excursion from Chania

the entrance to the tower of Alidakis in Embrosneros

view of the main building of Alidakis' tower

shadows of green and blue in Kournas Lake

the center of Vafes as seen from the old school

The church of St George at Karydi Monastery

the island church of St Nicholas in Georgioupoli

the olive factory of Karydi, built in 1863

A journey through the nature and history of south Apokoronas

Portrait of West Crete: Six Senses Mosaic & Venetian Rethymnon from Chania

Discover the wonders of the genuine West Crete & Rethymno town on this multi-stop private day tour

Halepa & Akrotiri - Half Day Shore Excursion from Chania

The main church of the Agia Triada Monastery

Another view of the main church of Agia Triada

A view of the inner courtyard of Agia Triada and its bell tower

The small beach of Seitan Limania on the east side of Akrotiri

A view of the alleyways of Agia Triada Monastery

A side corridor of the Agia Triada courtyard

Detail from one of Agia Triada's porticos

A view of the beach of Marathi, with the White Mountains in the background

A quick dive into the island's rich heritage on a half day trip from Chania

Falassarna - Half Day Shore Excursion from Chania

Main church and bell tower of Gonia Monastery

Οld fountain with inscription outside Gonia Monastery

One of the valleys in the hinterland of Kissamos

A look into the west coast of Crete and the countryside of Kissamos

Chania Old Town, Gorge and Cretan Landscape Full Day Tour

Chania lighthouse, the landmark of Chania

Therisso gorge, view from the road. Climbers, random 'automatic' goat wandering around.

Serving food from the wood oven, cooking in clay pots.

A taste of Chania, mountain and lunch in a local restaurant

Lefka Ori Mountains - Private Daily Hiking Tour

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