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Crete’s best days out.
The 15 most popular chania tours on Crete — what each day actually involves, what it costs, and the operator running it.
Trek Europe’s longest gorge from Chania, guided and well-paced, then unwind in Agia Roumeli with ferry views back to Sougia.
Most Popular“Everything was great. The transport was on time and Sara is a great guide taking care of everyone’s wellbeing. I do recommend the trip.”
Guided day trip from Chania to Elafonisi pink sand beach, with air-conditioned coach, gorge views, and protected-water swimming time.
“The tour was really great. Our driver and guide were amazing.”
Guided Crete day trip from your hotel to Rethimno, Chania and Kournas Lake, with air-conditioned transport and expert guide.
“Our Guide Michael was superb, ensuring everyone knew where to go at each stop, when to return and his knowledge of Crete was amazing. The fact he spoke 4 different languages during the trip was so helpful to everyone.”
Guided full-day hike through Samariá Gorge from Chania or Rethymno, ending with a swim in Agia Roumeli and a ferry ride.
“Great trip and the Gorge was well worth a visit. The path can be a little challenging but it is very easy to navigate.”
Bus and boat day trip to Gramvousa and Balos from Chania/Kalyves, with a Fortress option, swimming time, and lots of sea views.
“Balos and Gramvousa are the most amazing place on earth! The sea is full of color and fish and the water was really clear and perfect! The day was well organized but I would have liked to stay one more hour on Gramvousa Island. The boat was really big and there was a seat for…”
Chania to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa: boat cruise with transfers. Swim in turquoise water and hike to the Venetian castle.
“Ver well.Only thr pickup it was very early. At 7.20, we louse our breakfast in the hotel”
Elafonissi pink-sand beach day trip from Chania with guided pickup and a stop in Elos Village for optional Cretan lunch.
“Fantastic! Beautiful! The transportation was great and the stop for lunch was also great!”
Guided Samaria Gorge hike from Chania with hotel-area pickup, expert guide, then swim at Agia Roumeli and return by boat to Sougia.
“Really great experience from start to finish. Firstly the company were super helpful when I needed to change my booking, when I did go on my hike the transport was efficient and very safely driven. Our guide Nikos was super helpful and informative and made sure we understood all the information he had given. After…”
Cruise from Chania to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa, with air-conditioned transport, ferry tickets, swims, and a climb to a Venetian fortress.
“Happy with everything. The guide, Irene was simply amazing, a very good sense of humour and you can tell she loves hwr job!”
Chania White Mountains cooking class: small-group farm visit, Cretan recipes, wine and cheese tastings, and dinner in 6 hours for $129.
“Absolutely Amazing! Cannot say enough good things! Would 100% recommend!!”
Cruise to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa, then visit Chania’s Venetian harbor. Full day from Heraklion with swimming time and old-town strolls.
“The trip is well organized, however the interim stop for the breakfast is awful, spoils all the fun. The food was not fresh and very poor, the only cash was allowed. Would strongly recommend to find another place for stop, it spoils all the trip.”
Ride from Chania to Elafonisi by air-conditioned bus, explore pink-sand shores with free time, then stop in Elos for a meal.
“Great trip. Driver and guide were nice and helpfull. Greetings 😁”
Chania food tour with the ancient Olive Tree of Vouves, honey and olive oil demos, award-winning cheese, and a 20-wine tasting.
“The guide was excellent, loved all the details she provided. Enjoyed the tastings and the pies from the bakery”
Cruise from Kolymbari to Menies Beach and Chironisia Bay for 4 hours of swimming, snorkeling, and WWII underwater sights.
“Really enjoyable trip - plenty of time to explore the stops, the water is so clear and we saw a lot of fish! It was difficult to hear the guide when outside but it didn’t affect our experience at all. The beach is rocky but the stones are smooth so it’s not an issue.”
See Chania’s old harbor, swim at Lake Kournas, and wander Rethymno’s alleys on a long-value Crete west coast day trip.
“trip went smoothly, pick up was on time and guide was friendly and informative. I wish we had more time in Chania(2hrs) and less time in the lake(1,5hrs) . day was long but worth it, was an easy way to see different places.”
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