Private Old Town of Chania guided walk, Chania

4.8 (4 reviews)
Stroll through the charming and historic Old Town of Chania with an expert local guide on this 2.

Overview

Stroll through the charming and historic Old Town of Chania with an expert local guide on this 2.5-hour private walking tour. On this tour, you'll meander picturesque alleys and discover the city's famed Venetian Harbor. Along the way, learn about Cretan history, mythology, and traditions while chatting with locals.

After getting acquainted with your certified guide, you'll explore some of the city's historic neighborhoods, including Topanas, Splantzia, Colombo, and Kasteli. Enjoy narrow cobbled streets adorned with flowers and hillside panoramic views of the harbor. Peek into traditional Cretan taverns and shops, and admire the Old Town's varied architecture from the Cretans, Venetians, and Ottomans.

Dive into the past and visit the ruins of Kydonia, the great Minoan city. Enjoy the impressively high stone walls of former Byzantine-Venetian moats and learn all about the city's five old civilizations, including their culture, history, and mythology. If you work up an appetite, take a break at the Municipal Market of Chania for an optional coffee and meal.

This is a family-friendly tour, suitable for children of all ages.

This tour starts in the afternoon to minimize the effect of heat and finishes at around dinner time.
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Know before you go

Duration
2.5 hours
Recommended for
All ages
Group
Private

Start times

  • Daily
    5:00 pm

What's included

2,5-hours walking tour with Licensed-professional local guide, a bottle of water

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Traveler reviews

4 total ratings, 4 with reviews
4.8
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4.8
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4.8
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Naomi W.
East Norwalk, CT | Reviewed on Oct 24, 2023
The Private Old Town of Chania guided walk was a nice experience. By this point in the trip, we were a bit tired, but the tour guide was good and it was nice to explore the town. Read more

The Private Old Town of Chania guided walk was a nice experience. By this point in the trip, we were a bit tired, but the tour guide was good and it was nice to explore the town.

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Eric
Eric L.
Cortlandt Manor, NY | Reviewed on Aug 20, 2023
Great knowledgeable friendly.
Could have taken us to the excavations just a block or two away.
But we made it back there on our own.
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Great knowledgeable friendly.
Could have taken us to the excavations just a block or two away.
But we made it back there on our own.

Tips for future travelers

The archeological museum is outstanding. And really helps understand Kydonia. We certainly should have been directed there.

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Sharon
Sharon J.
Berkeley, CA | Reviewed on Jul 02, 2023
Tips for future travelers See above Read more
Tips for future travelers

See above

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Debby V.
Rockville, MD | Reviewed on Jun 24, 2023
We found out things we never would have known otherwise. The pace was perfect, and the young woman who was our guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Read more

We found out things we never would have known otherwise. The pace was perfect, and the young woman who was our guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

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