10 Day Trips from in Chania Town That You Shouldn't Miss

Get ready for a completely novel experience. Hop on our comfortable, 7 seater 4wd vehicles and let us take you back in time in a small group up to 6 guests/guide through rough roads nor accessible by rentals. It will be an 8 hours tour close to nature in an altitude up to 850m (2800ft). You will be informed about the Cretan History, Culture, Tradition and you will visit the famous Milia Mountain Retreat for your lunch time, an eco-friendly tourist complex, one of the top 50 worldwide choices of National Geographic magazine, concerning eco-tourism and agro-tourism. The first Jeep Safari stop, will be to the unique 3000 years old olive tree which is still productive where you will enjoy your "coffee" time! Your wine & olive oil tastings will be at Anoskeli's olive mill and winery accompanied with Cretan Snacks.There will be frequently briefed stops to admire and take plenty of photos of wild landscape nature.

Inclusions: Lunch, Snacks, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Alcoholic Beverages, Wine and Olive Oil tasting, Air-conditioned vehicle, Liability Insurance

Exclusions: Gratuities

Come with us and discover the West of Crete!This excursion brings us to West Crete and our first stop in Chania, the most ravishing city of Crete. It was an important Minoan city and the “mother of the Cretan cities”, according to ancient writers. The city is divided in the Old City, with the gorgeous harbor and the New City, beyond its Venetian fortifications. The Old City is one of the most beautiful cities in the Mediterranean and is called “Venice of the East”. We can admire samples of all the civilizations that have passed from here: archaeological Minoan sites, Turkish minarets and mosques, Muslim neighborhoods, Venetian fortresses, dockyards, fountains, squares, arches, mansions, Loggia and the Lighthouse. We can enjoy our lunch at the picturesque harbor or visit the famous Agora (Market), which houses traditional little shops and taverns. Here we can buy souvenirs or leather goods in very good prices.

Inclusions: Professional and Multilingual speaking guide., Transfers with air-conditioned luxurious buses., Free pick up service from any place in Crete.

Exclusions: Tips and Individual expenses.

Explore magical sight you know from Greek legends and discover the secrets of Minoan civilization. Visit legendary labyrinth-palace home to Minos, son of Zeus. Knossos palace was built using all the architectural innovations available. It has hundreds of rooms storage areas, specialized workshops and spacious courts hosting ceremonies and feasts. Knossos Palace is considered the 8th world wonder and it’s well deserved. It is one of the most important artefacts of Minoan civilization. It was almost completely destroyed by the earthquake. However, the reconstruction in 20th century allows us to see now how it looked in its best days. *By request we can also stop at the biggest aquarium in Greece- "Cretaquarium". More than 250 kinds of fish and animals live here. And the best part of it is that they are being held under conditions that are extremely close to their natural habitat, hense very comfortable.

Inclusions: Pick-up at your hotel, Luxury Vehicle with a professional driver, Wi-fi on board and Water from the springs of the White Mountains “Samaria”, in bottles, Accompaniment by a professional guide, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Personal expenses, drinks, lunch / dinner, Entrance fees to museums ( 1€ p/p), archaeological sites (Knossos Palace 15€ p/p, Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts

Chania City - Falassarna Beach The City of Chania is the first destination of our trip. You will have 3hrs of free time to explore the city. Chania is famous for its diverse cultural heritage, archeological ruins, classical buildings and fascinating history. The Old Town is the heart of Chania. It is perfectly formed by narrow labyrinth like alleyways and buildings dating back to various ancient periods of time. Don’t hesitate to wander around the streets of the Old Town, you will discover the magnificent beauty that awaits you.Our next and final destination is Falassarna Beach, which is located on the west coast of Crete. Falassarna beach has been awarded for being the best beach in Crete and one of the top 10 beaches in Europe. It has light pick coloured sand and crystal clear waters with long magical waves coming in from the Mediterranean. Here you will have 3 hrs free time to relax and enjoy the sun. After that we return to Rethymno, where you will be taken back to your hotel .

Inclusions: Hotel pickup

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The first references of wine and olive oil in Crete date back to 5000BC during the Minoan civilization. 7000 years later, Cretans produce wine, beer and olive oil on the same land, with the only changes the enhancement of production through technology and the optimization of crops! In this tour we will visit a winery, a beer and an olive oil factory. All three have high standards of production, marrying the old traditions with modern technology and processing. In each location we will spend around one hour touring the facilities and tasting! We can be flexible and eat in a local restaurant, visit a 5.000 year old olive tree, nearby monastery, Maleme airfield and the WW2 military cemetery! Tour times in each location can be modified depending on the travelers' starting time and the date. Before confirming each tour, we have to double check that the tours will be available. Each location has 3-4 time slots available.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Guiding Services

Exclusions: 20 euro for lunch per person in a local restaurant (optional), 10 euro for each Tour and Tour Tasting per person. 30 euro total. , Snacks

The Mountain Village Food Tour is a unique way to see life in the mountain village of Crete. Your guide, Vasili moved from the United States to Crete in 2013 to revitalize his grandfather's land. Taste his home made wine, honey, and tsikoudia. It is with great pride he shares this experience with you. Hightlights *History and cultural significance of the mountain villages *Visit a farmstand to pick up local produce and cheese to be enjoyed later *Have coffee in a village kafenio *Visit honey bees, vineyards and olive trees *Sample wines directly from the barrels. Choose your favorite and bottle your own wine *Lunch at Ntounias- a unique and authentic farm to table meal *Drive through Therisso Gorge and stop for some traditional tsikoudia ​

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Lunch, Snacks

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Hiking in the most beautiful and dry canyon of Crete! And swimming at the blue sea weter. And the beautiful next of the sea weter small village of Loutro!

Inclusions: Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch

Explore the endless blue! The perfect combination tour for beach lovers including a visit to the Balos lagoon viewpoint and the Falassarna beach while your local guide shares with you his vast knowledge about the island.

Inclusions: Private transportation

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The first references of wine and olive oil in Crete date back to 5.000BC during the Minoan civilization. 7.000 years later, Cretans produce wine, beer and olive oil on the same land, with the only changes the enhancement of production through technology and the optimization of crops! In this tour we will visit a Winery, a Beer and an Olive Oil Factory. All three have high standards of production, marrying the old traditions with modern technology. In each location we will spend around one hour touring the facilities and doing Tasting Tour! Another option could be to have lunch at a local restaurant, visit a 13th century Monastery, Maleme Airfield and its WW2 Military Cemetery. Before each tour, we have to confirm that the tours at the family industries will be available. Each location has 3-4 time slots available.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Guiding Services

Exclusions: Snacks, Lunch, 10 euro for Wine Tasting Tour per person, 10 euro for Beer Tasting Tour per person, 10 euro for Olive Tasting Tour per person

Join us for a day that will introduce you to authentic Crete… Join us for an unforgettable trip that will offer you unique experiences, views and tastes! Feel the magic of kournas lake, enjoy the springs of Argiroupolis, have a Coffee stop with us, discover narrow paths, become one with the White Mountains, get the experience of Miriokefala monastery, visit with us the Castle of Frangokastello, taste the local cuisine and of course have a taste of Cretan wines at a Winery !

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea, Lunch, All Fees and Taxes, Alcoholic Beverages, Wine tasting, Liability insurance, Hotel Pick up and drop off

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