The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Chania Town, Crete

May 15, 2022 Janette Largent

Much of the old town district of Chania was developed around its harbor, which was built by the Venetians during the 14th century. Its lighthouse still proudly overlooks the Mediterranean. Here you’ll find several cinemas and historical attractions like the Archaeological Museum, a collection of Minoan and Roman artifacts that’s housed in the former Monastery of Saint Francis. Word nerds will especially enjoy the Museum of Typography.
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1. Good Morning Chania Bike Tour

Episkopou Chrisanthou 25, Chania 731 33, Greece Chania Segway Tours
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Hop on for a bike ride around Chania, discovering the beauty of the city on a 2-hour tour. The Old city & Harbor is full of monuments, beauty and culture. It’s an active way to discover the old city, as you bike explore, with an informative audio guide and a tour leader.

Inclusions: Helmet, Tour Bike rental, Bottle of water, Souvenir Photos, Historical information through the audio guide system available in, EN, ES, FR, DE, IT, NO, RU, GR.

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By KarenAa33

We really had a great tour with Chris who knew all the secret spots as a true local. He was very friendly and also helped with other local tips. We would never have found all the narrow beautiful streets on our own and it was so fun on the Segway!

2. Chania-Kournas-Rethymnon Tour TR

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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.

Reviewed By sandrahL4515GG

we went in this trip through our tui rep paid €40 each for 12 of us 1 there was no singing dancing from crew ...they played pirate music .... 2 the food was a con ..chop salad ... & melon we stopped at cove for 1 1/2 Swam in sea which was lovely then in too malia well all I can say is we pulled into a harbour ..more like run down docks .... for hour ... 10 min walk to a little bar took about half to be served by time drank it time walk back...very very disappointing .. the crew were all very friendly but I defo wouldn't recommend this trip I've been on a few these trips in portugal ..rhodes zante tenerife ..they would all knock spots of this trip

3. Splantzia & Kum Kapi Tour

Episkopou Chrisanthou 25, Chania 731 33, Greece Chania Segway Tours
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An unexplored part of Chania's Old city, is Splantzia. A beautiful area filled with historical monuments mostly from the Turkish period. You will love the graphical narrow alleys far away from the crowed streets of the harbour. Furthermore, passing the exterior of the venetian walls, you will enjoy the sandy beach of Kum Kapi area, filled with cafe-bars.

Inclusions: Use of Segway, Bottled water, Tour Leader

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Reviewed By KarenAa33

We really had a great tour with Chris who knew all the secret spots as a true local. He was very friendly and also helped with other local tips. We would never have found all the narrow beautiful streets on our own and it was so fun on the Segway!

4. Chania: Old Town, Public Market, Hill of Prophet Elias, Agia Triada

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Chania is the most beautiful city of Crete with rich history and amazing architecture. It's deeply connected with Greek, Venetian and Turkish heritage. We invite you to see it's most famous places as well as a couple hidden gems that will show you real Crete.

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, archaeological sites, Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts

Reviewed By Mashka_Schmooze

We got this tour as we like to travel on our own time schedule. To stop where we want and for how long as we want. Our tour guide Genadius was very thoughtful of bringing as beach mats and umbrellas. We never even though about them. He was very flexible, fun and reliable person. Always attending when you need him but giving you your personal space at the same time. He had great humour and told us many interesting facts about Greece. We spend whole day together and I didn't get tired of him even once.

5. Knossos Palace - Archaeological Museum -Heraklion Town

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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

Reviewed By Mashka_Schmooze

We got this tour as we like to travel on our own time schedule. To stop where we want and for how long as we want. Our tour guide Genadius was very thoughtful of bringing as beach mats and umbrellas. We never even though about them. He was very flexible, fun and reliable person. Always attending when you need him but giving you your personal space at the same time. He had great humour and told us many interesting facts about Greece. We spend whole day together and I didn't get tired of him even once.

6. Chania City - Falassarna Beach (Small Group Tour)

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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 .

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Reviewed By anchi100

One wished all travel agents were like Markidis. I did two trips with them: to Matala and the Real Crete and both were absolutely amazing. -very good communication both by email and in the office; -small groups which allows for more personalized service, flexibility, questions; -excellent crew; both the guide Barbara and the driver Kostas were very professional, fun and went extra mile to make these special days for us; -I can highly recommend both trips. You see a lot, you learn a lot and it’s a lot of fun! -the Real Crete tour is indeed very special; there are many great sites to explore and there is also time for food, music and dance in a local village taverna! Really amazing time. Thank you :)

7. Sightseeing tour services with car and driver to Knossos Palace of Crete

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A unique tour to the ancient Crete!!! The centre of Minoan civilization and capital of Minoan Crete lay 5km south of Heraklion The Minoan palace is the main site of interest at Knossos, an important city in antiquity, which was inhabited continuously from the Neolithic period until the 5th c. AD. The palace was built on the Kephala hill and had easy access to the sea and the Cretan interior. According to tradition, it was the seat of the wise king Minos. The Palace of Knossos is connected with thrilling legends, such as the myth of the Labyrinth, with the Minotaur, and the story of Daidalos and Ikaros.Knossos flourished for approximately two thousand years. It had large palace buildings, extensive workshop installations and luxurious rock-cut cave and tholos tombs. As a major centre of trade and the economy, Knossos maintained ties with the majority of cities in the Eastern Mediterranean. Let us know if you need a guide and we will be more than happy to provide you the best!!!

Inclusions: Professional driver Pick up/Drop off FREE WiFi Fuel & Botled water/refreshments

Exclusions: Lunch, Proffecional Guide

Reviewed By marina_austria83

Absolutely amazing sailing trip experience ???? we’ve enjoyed very very much your hospitality, your wonderful bavaria40, your kind & experienced crew ☺️! A perfect sailing day !!!

8. Chania Old Town Private Tour

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Chania’s Old Town is being inhabited since the ancient ages of the Minoan Civilization from 5000BC. Since then it has always been a vivid place of prosperity and growth, influenced through the ages by the various cultures, Romans, Arabs, Jews, due to its geopolitical place in the Mediterranean Sea and those who invaded it particularly in the late years, such us the Venetians and the Ottoman Turks. We will stroll through the historic alleys and pinpoint the Byzantine and the Venetian/Ottoman Walls and Fortifications, then walk through the main streets and see the emergence of history from the Ancient Ages from the archeological excavations inside the Old Town to the Medieval and Recent Ages through the old buildings, the churches, the synagogues and the mosques. Also we will visit the Orthodox, the Muslim and the Jewish Quarter and how people lived together through times with peace or turbulence.

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

Exclusions: 20 euro for lunch per person in a local restaurant (optional) , Shopping around Chania Old Town (optional)

Reviewed By KyrMov

What can i say about this amazing tour? There are few words to describe my unique experience and the great time, me and my family had with such a great person like our guide that really took great care of us! The lunch is the highlight on this trip! I can not wait to visit again soon and take another trip with this fantastic company! I would recommend this tour without second thoughts!!

9. Wine - Beer - Olive Oil Tasting Full Day Tour

Niriis Tours
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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

Reviewed By arnaudb163

We had a fantastic day with Georges, our guide. He knows everything about his country and its history (that he studied). His french was surprisingly good ! Great experience.

10. Cretan View - The "North-South Tour" 4x4 excursion around western Crete

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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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Reviewed By ThoLiam76

This trip blew my mind! Wine, offroad,lunch,stops,information and amazing service ! I can only recommend this excursion ! Loved the fact that we were not squeezed in a 9 seater but enjoyed a brand new 4x4 vehicle ! Next year for sure again !

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