Experience the traditional villages of Chania

Greece
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  • Price from
    €275
  • Duration
    7 h
  • Group size
    Private tour
  • Guide languages
    English, Spanish

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    Overview

    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.

    What's included

    • Private transportation
    • Lunch
    • All Fees and Taxes
    • Air-conditioned vehicle
    • Coffee and/or Tea

    Not included

    • Personal expenses

    What you will do

    • White Mountains (Lefka Ori)

      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

    Pickup: We will be more than glad to pick up travelers from their hotel in the region of Chania

    End point: We drop off travelers in their hotel in the region of Chania

    Important information

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Service animals allowed
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.