Customer Review

" It was a walking tour of old town Chania. It was interesting and opened our eyes to a lot of architecture that we would not have appreciated on our own. We went down charming side streets, discussed local customs, was given information on traditional restaurants (which proved to be excellent) and our guide took care of every member of our groups interests. Great start to our holiday and we really appreciated it." Amrit V. - UK

"Our guide chose to do the tour at 1800 hrs which was really good as it would have been too hot otherwise. Because we were a "slow" group ( one member had a walking aid) she came to our hotel in the morning and explained the tour and we were able to see some of the things that she told us about. The tour was informative (we would not have noticed many things on our own) and fun. We ended in a really nice restaurant (also suggested by our guide) which was the end to a really nice day. Our guide was exceptional." - Dilip, UK [private tour]

WHY WE LOVE IT

This is a fantastic walking tour in Chania that escapes the crowds and tourist traps; a great introduction to this beautiful city with a top guide and definitely one of the best things to do in Chania on your first day, ideal especially for those visiting Chania on a cruise just for a day. 

Activity Description

During this alternative walking tour in Chania old town in west Crete, you will discover the core of the town's multicultural character and its authentic culinary scene! You will explore five millennia of history and prehistory of this multi-faceted city, through Minoan neighbourhoods, Hellenistic walls, bombarded Ottoman bathhouses, Latin inscriptions, a church with the symbols of two religions, imposing Venetian bastions, boot-makers' shops, knife-makers' shops, underground cisterns, a Venetian harbour and an African village; all representing a pebble on the multicultural mosaic of Chania town's historic past. 
Accompanied by your guide (option of local insider OR licensed tour guide) throughout the walking tour of Chania you will stay away from the touristic spots documented as a 'must'; you will explore Chania's cultural identity through story-telling about people and buildings and will experience Chania through strolls inside picture-perfect, colourful alleys covered with mesmerising aromas of food, sounds and music of Chania neighbourhoods. 

This guided walking tour runs with a local insider for small private groups OR with a private licensed tour guide for larger groups. Choose your preferred option under the drop-down menu marked as Tour Options.
Small group tours with a local insider last for 3 hours and include a stop for Greek coffee, local cheese and raki tasting. Tours for larger parties accompanied by a licensed tour guide run for 2 hours and do not include the above mentioned tastings.

Guests visiting Chania on a cruise have the option to book the tour of Chania as a shore excursion from Souda port, including guide and transfers.

Special Features

• Interesting sightseeing and all city’s highlights and must see locations

• Tasting of authentic flavors of the Cretan cuisine (small group tours with local insider guide ONLY)

• Option to book the tour as a shore excursion from Souda port, including transfers

• Flexibility to run the tour for larger groups

• Tour can be fully adapted to the schedule of your cruise ship

Activity Snapshot

Dates | Start Time: Daily upon request [prior notice at least 2 days in advance for higher chances of availability] Morning tour at 10am(Flexible ) and evening tour at 5pm (Flexible)

Duration: Duration of the tour depends on tour type. Small group tour (local insider guide): 3 hours - Larger group tour (licensed tour guide): 2 hours - Shore excursions including transfers to/from Souda port: 3-4 hours, can be fully adapted to the schedule of the cruise ship

Meeting Point: in front of the maritime museum @ the main entrance to the Firkas fortress (Will be confirmed after booking)

Group Size: This is a private tour. Prices quoted per group and vary according to size of group, type of tour (local or shore excursion) and guide option (local insider or licensed tour guide) Minimum 2 people

Pace: Easy

Spoken Language: English, Spanish, French upon request. 

Included: Private guided sightseeing tour. For local insider tours ONLY: Greek coffee + local cheese + raki tasting included.

Excluded: Anything else not mentioned as included.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations min. 48 hours before the tour: full refund. Cancellations less than 48 hours before the tour: 50% refund. No show: No refund.

Additional Info

• Tour requires at least 2 days notice for higher chances of availability

• Confirmation to be received as soon as possible (within 24 hours from booking)

• You can present either a print out or an electronic booking confirmation for this activity

• Complete information on Vendor, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be sent with your Booking Confirmation. The TravelPorter hand-picks the most remarkable, experienced and reliable vetted professionals for a pleasant experience from booking to completion.

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