Itinerary 1 itinerary
Day 1
Pick-up available: Pick-up point: . Beyond specified area: Transfer services are not available beyond the specified pick-up/drop-off area, Pick up and drop off at Souda port, your accommodation or any other convenient location, 10km or 6 miles around Chania old town and 20km along the west coast up to Platanias. Please contact us regarding your pick up place for further informationAttractions and Activities: Chania Old Town (Free entry) Will drop you off at Talos square on the west side of Chania old town, which is more authentic and unspoiled. You will have around an hour available to walk around on your own in the picturesque alleys, explore the town or shop. 1 hr(s)
Attractions and Activities: Lighthouse (Free entry) Chania lighthouse is the oldest working light house in the Mediterranean, built in 1864. The lighthouse is the main landmark of Chania. We cannot enter but can see it from the port. 5 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Firka Venetian Fortress (Free entry) The fortress of Firkas on the northwest side of the port of Chania was constructed between 1610 and 1645 to protect the Venetian harbour entrance from raiders. After the fall of the city of Chania in the hands of the Turks in 1645it was renamed “Firka”, which in Turkish means “barrack”. On the northern side of the Firka fortress were six consecutive domes, that sheltered the large cannons, so that they would face the entrance of the harbor and face any possible attacker. The Firka Fortress was used as a prison since then and up to the Greek civil war of the 20th century. During the Ottoman rule, the Firka Fortress constituted the seat of the military governor of the city. It is the place where the Greek flag was raised, in 1913, the year of the reunion of Crete with Greece. Today, at the entrance of the Fortress is situated the Maritime Museum. 5 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Chania Old Town (Free entry) Will visit the archaeological site at Kasteli hill. You can see the foundations of buildings, streets and sewage networks. 10 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Chania Old Town (Free entry) You could do a tasting of olive oil, honey, pistachio and other delicacies for free at a shop we cooperate. They sell locally produced, organic and premium products. 20 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Gorges of Theriso (Free entry) Theriso gorge is located near the city of Chania. The main gorge is six kilometers long and we will go through it by our minivan. The vertical cliffs are impressive and the lush vegetation along with its wildlife is truly a site to see. 20 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Malaxa (Free entry) On the way back we will enjoy the panoramic view of Chania and Souda port from Malaxa mountain 20 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Allied War Cemetery Souda Bay (Free entry) Will visit the Commonwealth Cemetery where mainly British, New Zealanders and Australians are buried. The Battle of Crete lasted from 20th May to 1st of June 1941 and was the first airborne only operation in history. The cemetery has panoramic views of Souda bay and the White Mountains (Lefka Ori) 20 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Venizelos Graves (Free entry) Venizelos graves is actually a park, boasting panoramic views of Chania and the old port. 20 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Miden Agan (At your own expense) Optionally do a wine tasting for 45 minutes. It can take place only on weekdays, depending availability. Tasting is 25 euro per person. 45 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Byzantine/Post-Byzantine Collection (Free entry) Will stop and see the Byzantine wall in Chania old town, dating from the 6th century AD. If travellers wish, they could visit the small Byzantine collection, during weekdays. 5 min(s)
Dounias restaurant is at Drakona Village on the foot of the White Mountains of Chania. The owner Stelios Trilirakis uses ingredients from his farm and and cooks on wood fire. Its a farm to table, slow food experience. It takes 45-minutes to drive to the restaurant through the scenic Cretan countryside. The restaurant has nice views. Lunch is paid separately by travellers, its around 25 euro per person. Restaurant is closed on Tuesday, in which case we will choose another lunch option. 1 hr(s)
*Itinerary times are in the local time of the place of visit and may be subject to changes due to weather conditions, road conditions, and other factors. We appreciate your understanding.