Explore Chania Town, Venetian Harbor, and Ancient Aptera.

6 Reviews 4.17 out of 5 stars Based on 6 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures® and TripAdvisor | Chania, Greece

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4 to 5 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Join us in a unique tour through the ages and explore the other side of the city. We will visit neighbourhoods like Topanas, Splantzia, Kolombo, and Kasteli, high spots to admire the panoramic view of the harbour, traditional Cretan taverns, and magnificent buildings.

Also, we will visit the ancient ruins of the greatest Minoan city, Kydonia, and the high walls of the Venetian moats, called “Tafros”. The most important thing that you will learn from our tour is that in two hours you will tour and learn about five old civilizations, see their architecture, know about their culture, and hear the ancient spirit's history and tales!

• Get around the city with ease: private transport provided for the tour.
• Convenient round-trip transfer from your hotel in Chania region.
• Great for shore excursions: port pick-up is available in Chania.
• Get your photos online fast: Wi-Fi is available onboard your private vehicle.

What's Included

  • Wi-fi on board and Water from the springs of the White Mountains “Samaria”, in bottles.
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Pick up/drop off at your hotel.
  • Personal expenses, drinks, lunch / dinner.
  • Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts.
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Private pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, villa, cruise, or any other point in the region of Chania. Pick-up time is flexible and upon your final confirmation.

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Archaeological Site Of Aptera

Archaeological Site of Aptera. Learn about the ancient city of Aptera. Our first stop after an interesting drive up will be the “Ancient site of Aptera”. Explore the Roman cisterns, the monastery, the picturesque church, and the absolutely beautiful ancient theatre that still remains. At the archaeological site of Aptera, you will be able to admire findings of all periods of inhabitation of this City-State. The walls of the ancient city, which are 3.480 meters long, date back to its acme period of the 4th century BC.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Ottoman Fortress

Fortress of Koules. After exploring Aptera, we head to the impressive fortress of Koules, which overlooks Souda Bay. Built during the Ottoman period, this stronghold once guarded the entrance to one of the most strategic bays of the eastern Mediterranean. Today, its imposing walls and towers invite us to walk around and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Souda Bay and the White Mountains. This is also a perfect spot for memorable photos.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Old Venetian Harbor

Minoan neighborhoods, Ottoman bathhouses, Hellenistic walls, Latin inscriptions, a church with the symbols of two religions, boot-makers shops, imposing Venetian bastions, knife-makers shops, underground cisterns, a Venetian harbour and an African village are just a part of the multicultural mosaic of the town’s past and of its architectural treasures.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Chania Old Town

Immerse yourself in an engaging historical tour at Chania Old Town, where five millennia of history and prehistory will unravel before your eyes.We will visit streets, buildings, high spots, neighborhoods, and monuments that only we, locals, know. We will walk together on the stone paths where the Venetians, the Ottomans, and the old Cretans used to live and work.We will admire the incredible flower-decorated neighbourhoods, learn about Cretan history, Cretan mythology, and traditions, meet the locals, and eat like locals.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Health issues: If any participant suffers from any severe allergy (e.g. to bee stings, food allergies/intolerances) or has medical/health issues we need to be aware of, it is important to let us know in advance. This is clearly a safety measure, personal information is by no means violated, and we exercise all discretion.
  • Private pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, villa, cruise, or any other point in the region of Chania. Pick-up time is flexible and upon your final confirmation .Pick up from Rethymno & Heraklion and other cities on Crete upon request.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Explore Chania Town, Venetian Harbor, and Ancient Aptera.?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Wi-fi on board and Water from the springs of the White Mountains “Samaria”, in bottles.
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Pick up/drop off at your hotel.
  • Comfortable Vehicle with a professional driver.
  • Entrance tickets Archaeological Site of Ancient Aptera.
  • Accompaniment by a professional guide.
  • Personal expenses, drinks, lunch / dinner.
  • Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Health issues: If any participant suffers from any severe allergy (e.g. to bee stings, food allergies/intolerances) or has medical/health issues we need to be aware of, it is important to let us know in advance. This is clearly a safety measure, personal information is by no means violated, and we exercise all discretion.
  • Health Insurance: Moysidis Travel is covered by Professional Liability Insurance. Each participant is advised to take out health/travel insurance before travelling to Crete.
  • Private pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, villa, cruise, or any other point in the region of Chania. Pick-up time is flexible and upon your final confirmation .Pick up from Rethymno & Heraklion and other cities on Crete upon request.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Important to have: Comfortable shoes, Comfortable clothes, Sunglasses, and Hat Money for souvenirs, drinks, lunch/dinner.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (EEST).
  • This adventure requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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