• Chania Old Town - Enjoy a 3-hour guided tour of Chania’s old town with a licensed guide, including a break. Explore the rich history, culture, and cuisine, visiting key landmarks such as the Archaeological site at Kasteli Hill, the Cathedral of Chania, Splantzia Square, Venetian shipyards, aristocratic buildings, and more. Experience honey and delicacy tastings, view the Firka Fortress, the iconic lighthouse and port, a local knife maker, Byzantine 6th-century walls, fountains, religious sites including a synagogue if desired, and shopping areas.
• Lighthouse of Chania - Take a stroll to admire the lighthouse opposite the port.
• Splantzia - Discover Splantzia Square, once the heart of the Ottoman area in Chania, featuring an old plane tree where revolutionaries were hanged in the 19th century.
• Church of Agios Nikolaos - Visit St. Nicolas Church, which has served three religions: Venetian Catholic, Ottoman mosque, and Greek Orthodox. Outside, a minaret stands beside a bell tower, symbolizing Crete’s diverse rulers and invaders that shaped Chania’s history.
• Venetian Neoria - View the Venetian shipyards, located in front of the old port. Although interior access is not possible, they remain a significant landmark of Chania.
• Chania Old Town - Explore the Arsenal, now a conference center.
• Chania Town - Visit the archaeological excavations of the Minoan town of Chania, dating back to 3000 BC, at Kastelli Hill.
• Byzantine & Post-Byzantine Collection - Walk by and admire the Byzantine wall of Chania, dating from the 6th century. Beneath its foundations lies the ancient city of Chania. Depending on opening times, visitors can explore the Byzantine collection after the tour.
• Chania Old Town - Visit the Grocery Store for complimentary tastings of olive oil, honey, and other delicacies.
• Chania Old Town - Pass through Renier Gate, built by Venetians in the 14th century, commemorating a Venetian aristocratic father and serving as the entrance to the aristocratic Venetian buildings.
• Giali Tzamisi - Pass by the first mosque of Chania, known as ‘the mosque by the sea,’ as translated from Giali Tzamisi.
• Etz Hayyim Synagogue - Visit the Etz Hayyim Synagogue in the old town for those interested. Opening times vary based on holidays and the time of year.
• Presentation of the Virgin Mary Metropolitan Church - Visit the Cathedral of Chania, Trimartiri, and learn about its history.
• Firkas Fortress - Explore this small fortress offering panoramic views of Chania. It houses the Naval Museum, which can be visited after the tour, and provides the best view of the lighthouse and old town.

• Guiding Services

• For 150 euro extra, optional transfer from Souda/cruise ship port or hotel (radius 25km)

This exclusive walking tour is led by a licensed guide and accommodates up to six guests. Chania is a vibrant blend of various civilizations and cultures, with each conqueror leaving a distinct imprint on its history, architecture, and culture. It holds the title of the oldest continuously inhabited city in Europe, with origins tracing back to the Minoan civilization in 3000 BC.

The licensed guides are local experts, fluent in English, who possess an in-depth understanding of the area and are passionate about sharing their insights. The tour includes a stroll through the charming alleys, where the guide will elaborate on the culture, history, and traditions that have shaped the contemporary city of Chania. As this is a private tour, the guides are highly adaptable and can discuss any topics of interest.

If transportation is needed from Souda/cruise ship port or a hotel near Chania town, arrangements can be made for an additional fee, typically around 150 euros.

• For wheelchair users we might change the tour slightly to more accessible routes
• In case of traveller’s serious health problems or other medical concerns please notify us

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.