Explore Chania Town, Venetian Harbor, and Ancient Aptera.
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4–5 hours
- Price from
- $913 / person
- Location
- Chania, Greece
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews
- Languages
- RU, EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- MOYSIDIS TRAVEL
Description
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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 17 times a day, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Group price
- $913 per group of up to 10
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 2:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:37 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Itinerary
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.
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.
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.
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.
What's included
Included
Wi-fi on board and Water from the springs of the White Mountains “Samaria”, in bottles.
All Fees and Taxes
Accompaniment by a professional guide.
Pick up/drop off at your hotel.
Comfortable Vehicle with a professional driver.
Entrance tickets Archaeological Site of Ancient Aptera.
Not included
Personal expenses, drinks, lunch / dinner.
Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts.
Pickup Locations & Times
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.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
5 reviews
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Important to have: Comfortable shoes, Comfortable clothes, Sunglasses, and Hat Money for souvenirs, drinks, lunch/dinner.
- 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.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Explore Chania Town, Venetian Harbor, and Ancient Aptera. take?
Explore Chania Town, Venetian Harbor, and Ancient Aptera. lasts about 4–5 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Explore Chania Town, Venetian Harbor, and Ancient Aptera. cost?
Prices start at $913 per person for this Chania experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Explore Chania Town, Venetian Harbor, and Ancient Aptera. run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with 17 departures a day between 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
Can I cancel Explore Chania Town, Venetian Harbor, and Ancient Aptera. for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. 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. Pickup points include Epos Luxury Beach Hotel, Mare Blue & Suites.
What languages is Explore Chania Town, Venetian Harbor, and Ancient Aptera. offered in?
The experience is available in RU, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Explore Chania Town, Venetian Harbor, and Ancient Aptera. worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 5 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by MOYSIDIS TRAVEL.
Reviews(5)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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