Chania old town, mountains, restaurant Private Tour (group of 6)

5.0 (27 reviews) 6–7 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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Chania Old Town - Gorge of Theriso and Countryside — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

The Old Port and the Venetian Lighthouse — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

This is a private tour with a 7-seater van for a maximum 6 guests.

Chania since the ancient times was a melting pot of civilizations and cultures, each invader and new town resident leaving its mark on history, architecture and culture. Our guides are fluent in English, locals, know this place intimately and love sharing the knowledge.

We will drive around the city and visit various sites for 2 hours, and for 1 hour more you could wander around the picturesque alleys of Chania old town. Will explain the culture and traditions and how they formed the modern day city of Chania. We are not allowed to walk or guide in the old town with travellers, because our license is for a driving tour.

Then we will drive through a scenic gorge to an amazing restaurant and have lunch for 3 hours total. Everything is farm to table, cooked on fire and eating is an experience. Lunch is not included in tour price. We will drive through a road with panoramic view of Chania and Souda bay.

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At a glance

Duration: 6–7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Niriis Tours

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Guiding Services

Not included

Not included: Lunch in the mountain restaurant
Not included: Entrance fees: Etz Hayyim Synagogue
Not included: Entrance fees: Archaeological museum of Chania

Itinerary

Chania Old Town

one hour

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.
Lighthouse of Chania

5 min

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.
Firkas Fortress

5 min

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.
Chania Old Town

10 min

Will visit the archaeological site at Kasteli hill. You can see the foundations of buildings, streets and sewage networks.
Chania Old Town

20 min

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.
Gorges of Theriso

20 min

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.
Malaxa

20 min

On the way back we will enjoy the panoramic view of Chania and Souda port from Malaxa mountain
Souda Bay War Cemetery

20 min

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)
Venizelos Graves

20 min

Venizelos graves is actually a park, boasting panoramic views of Chania and the old port.
Miden Agan

45 min Admission not included

Optionally do a wine tasting for 45 minutes. It can take place only on weekdays, depending availability. Tasting is 25 euro per person.
Byzantine & Post-Byzantine Collection of Chania

5 min

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.
Stop 12

one hour Admission not included

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.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Theo Hotel
Souda Airport
Porto Platanias Beach Luxury Selection
Panorama
Eden Beach Hotel
Stellina Village
Hotel Aegli
Lagon Life Spirit Boutique Hotel - Adults Only
La Maison Ottomane
Samaria Hotel
Elia Panorama
Triton Apartments

and 263 more pickup points

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 information

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

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You must be able to get in and get out of the car. Some places in Chania's Old Town are not wheelchair accessible and we have to follow different route
In case of traveller's serious health problems or other medical concerns please notify us