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Experience the traditional villages of Chania
5.0
(4 reviews)
7 hours
Free cancellation
Private tour
out of 5
4 reviews
About this activity
Discover the authentic heart of Crete on this private tour with a local expert guide. Journey through picturesque villages nestled beneath the majestic Lefka Ori, visit a traditional olive oil mill and cheese maker for tastings and insights into local production, explore historic sites dating back to Venetian times, and enjoy a delicious Cretan lunch in a hidden taverna off the beaten path. A perfect blend of culture, flavor, and stunning scenery.
Private Drivers
Seasonal
Shore Excursions
Port Pickup
Short term availability
Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof
Conditional Booking Questions
At a glance
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Your group only
- People per booking
- 1–7
- Guide
- English, Spanish
- Operated by
- ALMA DE CRETA OE
Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–11 years) · Adults (12–100 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Private transportation
- Included: Lunch
- Included: All Fees and Taxes
- Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
- Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea
Not included
- Not included: Personal expenses
Itinerary
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We will pick you up and shall start our visit to a typical village dating back to the Venetian time, we will have time to explore its old neighborhood.
We shall then visit the monastery of Agios Georgios in Karydi with scenic views to the White mountains.
Our next stop will take us back in time visiting a village with traditional arquitecture where we will have coffee in the ‘’kafenion’’ and visit its trademark, the old olive oil factory.
Going through olive groves, vineyards, shepherd’s huts, old byzantine churches and wonderful panoramic views we will end up in a traditional taverna which is considered the center of gastronomy and slow food where we will taste a variety of traditional Cretan recipes cooked in firewood accompanied by local wine and beer.
On our way back, we will drive through the historical Therissos gorge.
Meeting point and pickup
The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.
End point
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We drop off travelers in their hotel in the region of Chania
Pickup points
- Alcanea Boutique Hotel
- souda bay
- Porto Veneziano Hotel
- Kydon, The Heart City Hotel
- Samaria Hotel
- Arkadi Hotel
We will be more than glad to pick up travelers from their hotel in the region of Chania
Cancellation
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
- The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
Good to know
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Service animals allowed
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveller ratings
5.0
out of 5 · 4 reviews
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