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Chania Old Town's Secret Paths: Walking Exploration (3 Hours)

5.03 reviews

  • 3 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Private tour

Highlights

Explore Chania through the eyes of a certified Mountain Guide (Pathfinder) born and raised in the heart of the Old City. This isn't just a history tour; it’s an active, 3 -hours immersion into the 'Bridge of Civilizations.' While others follow the main streets, I use my professional navigation skills to lead you through secret alleys and hidden squares where Venetian, Ottoman, and Byzantine history still breathe. We don't just lecture; we move and experience the city’s authentic character first-hand. As an IFMGA-level guide, I ensure your group moves safely and efficiently, avoiding tourist traps. Join me for a personal, deep look into our local traditions and the true spirit of Chania, delivered with the expertise of a world-class guide. Choose an active exploration over passive listening!

Inclusions

What's included

  • Private guiding
  • I can to organize private transportation if someone needing! Like from the Souda port 50 euro TAXI

What's not

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Snacks
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Bottled water

Itinerary

  1. Our meeting point the beginning of Chalidon street Starting the walk down we will visit the Metropolitan Church of the Entry of the Virgin Mary.

    15 min

  2. After the Metropolitan Cathedral walking I will tell you a few things about my city until we come Turkish minaret. We will stay at the Turkish minaret for some History about the Ottomans

    20 min

  3. After the Turkish minaret walking through the eastern old town I will tell you a few things about the character of the town and its inhabitants until we come Agios Nikolaos church.

    20 min

  4. After the church of Agios Nikolaos we go down to the Venetian harbor walking in the eastern old town, I will tell you about things stories that I heard from my parents until we come Venetian Arsenal. We will visit the Venetian Arsenal (shipyards). To continue the excavation of the Minoan city of Kydonia (3, 000 BC) in the Kastelli area, and with an excellent view of the Old Port. We will visit the Yali Mosque (old mosque). after that we continue our city walk to go to Topanas area

    1 h

  5. We continue to the old Venetian mansions of Topanas and the Firka fortress, on our way back to the square of 1866 we will pass by the Jewish quarter and the synagogue! If you want and desire a place that interests you, I will be happy to show you - let's visit it!

    20 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Meeting point
Europrent office. Outside or inside of the office Chalidon 87 I am always there before the start of the activity
Pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
MountainServices Trekking Plan
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Greece, outside the cities

  • Its from-price is 27% above the median of the 1748 experiences we list in Greece, outside the cities.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 546 of 1748.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

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