Port
Souda (Chania), Greece
Activity Level
Moderate
Excursion Type
All
Wheelchair Accessible
No
Starting At
$84.95
Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
Duration
Approximately 4½ Hours
Meals Included
Meals not included
Begin your tour with a drive to the British Commonwealth War Cemetery. This poignant landmark lies three miles east of Chania on a small plateau, just above sea level, on the rim of Souda Bay. It is the final resting place of more than 1,500 of the 2,000 known British war fatalities here. The majority lost their lives in the Battle of Crete, fought between the Allied and German forces in May of 1941.
Re-board the coach and head to the Monastery of Agia Triada. It is the largest monastery in Crete and is situated on the Akrotiri Peninsula, north of Chania. The Turks destroyed most of its treasures in 1821. From Agia Triada, you'll drive to the Tomb of Venizelos to take in the incredible views over Chania and the Venetian harbor.
Chania town was built around the Venetian harbor and its 15th-century lighthouse. It is the second largest city on the island of Crete. The town features numerous picturesque, narrow streets and architecture that perfectly showcases the influence of various foreign interlopers. View the famous Market Hall from the outside as your guide explains its history.
Notes: The market hall is closed due to reconstruction it is replaced with the old city market and shops where guests can still find souvenirs and local products. Wear comfortable walking shoes. This tour is not recommended for guests with mobility challenges due to uneven grounds, inclines, prolonged walking/standing, steps or similar.