Full description
Discover the cultural and historical highlights of western Crete on a private tour from Heraklion to Chania. Meet your guide at the Cretan Spiti Travel terminal and enjoy a scenic drive along the northern coastline, passing Rethymno on the way to Souda, the port of Chania. Your first stop is at the Venizelos Graves, located in Profitis Ilias, where Eleftherios Venizelos—one of Greece’s most significant prime ministers—rests in a site rich in history and panoramic views.
Continue to Chania, known as Crete’s most picturesque city. Explore the Old Town, its historic quarters, churches, museums and iconic landmarks, including the Rimondi Fountain, the Neradze Mosque with its tall minaret and the stunning Venetian Harbor with the famous lighthouse. Enjoy free time for optional lunch and shopping in the traditional alleys.
On the return journey, stop in Georgioupolis, a charming seaside resort known for its long sandy beaches, perfect for a relaxing coffee break. Arrive back in Heraklion at 18:00, completing a private tour designed to showcase western Crete’s authentic beauty and heritage
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Additional information
● Please be at the meeting point 20 minutes before the tour departure time
● Please note that tickets, meals and other services that are not mentioned in the inclusions can be contracted as optional supplements or can be paid directly at the destination. Remember to bring extra money
● Importante: all the archaeological sites have free admission for Children and young people up to the age of 25, from EU member-states, upon presentation of their ID card or passport for verification and Children up to the age of 5, from non-European Union countries, upon presentation of their passport for verification
Inclusions
✔ Air-conditioned Motorcoach
✔ Professional Guide
✔ VAT and all legal taxes
Exclusions
✖ Hotel pick-up and drop-off
✖ Entrance fees to archaeological sites
✖ Headphones
✖ Tickets, meals and drinks except if expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Other unspecified service
✖ Lunch at Restaurant (optional)
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service.
Cancellation with less time or no-show, no refund will be made.
Meeting Point
Across from the entrance of the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, in front of Hari’s Creperie, Heraklion