All Chania Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Exclusive Elafonisi Pink Sand Beach Private Tour

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Ready for a one-of-a-kind hiking challenge? Travel the length of Crete's spectacular, 10-mile (16-kilometer) Samaria Gorge on this full-day, guided tour. Don't worry about navigating transportation options on your own: Round-trip transit from your hotel by vehicle and boat (tickets own expense) makes getting into nature easy. Upon arrival, receive support from your guide as you set off on the hike of a lifetime.

Full Day Tour Samaria Gorge From Rethymno

Knossos is the heart of the Minoan civilization, the first civilization in Europe dating from 3000BC. I will transfer you from Chania to Knossos at Heraklio with 1-2 stops for 2-2,5 hours. Depending on your interest we can visit either an oil factory or Armeni Minoan cemetery near Rethymno. Will visit Knossos for more than an hour, then drive to the archaeological museum and spend another hour inside. We will have lunch for an hour and then drive back to Chania for 2-2,5 hours. This is private transfer only. If you wish a guide inside Knossos it will be 200 euro more. please message us for such request. We will provide the driving and talk about Cretan history, culture, traditions and life. Entrance fee for Knossos archaeological site and the museum are paid separately by guests.

Chania to Heraklio & Knossos Private Tour (price per group of 6)

9 hoursFree Cancellation

If you are looking for a hike combining one of the three options: beach, wine or olive oil tasting, this is the perfect tour for you! Imbros gorge is located south of Lefka Ori mountains and take around 3 hours to cross. The hike starts from Imbros village. We will drop you off at the entrance, then pick you up at the end. Our driver will not hike with you. Its around 2 hours driving each way. Most of the hike is in the shade with a narrow trail that cannot be lost. It's good to have a sufficient supply of water and hat. Imbros gorge is a small version of Samaria gorge. The scenery is breathtaking, ideal for nature lovers and wildlife watchers. We believe its the best hike for children from 10 years old and half the size of demanding Samaria gorge. After Imbros we could visit Frangokastello beach or do a wine or olive oil tour/tasting for an hour. You can choose one option. Tastings and lunch are around 20 euro per person each and paid separately. November to March no tastings.

Hike Imbros Gorge and Beach Private Tour (price per group of 6)

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Travel south through Crete’s scenic mountains on a full-day tour that combines scenic and historical highlights. Stops include St. Anthony Gorge (Gorge of Patsos), Kourtaliotiko Gorge, the Spili botanical garden, and beautiful Plakias Beach, where you’ll have time to swim and relax. Enjoy convenient hotel pickup and travel in a climate-controlled vehicle for comfort while exploring a quieter, less-visited region of Crete.

Discover South Crete – Rethymno

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Transfer from Rethymno to Heraklion airport

1 hourFree Cancellation

Chania City & Lake Kournas Tour

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Private boat trip Chania - Thodorou - Lazaretta (price per group-up to 9 people)

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Explore the enchanting charm of Rethymno on a private tour that showcases Venetian architecture and the stunning natural beauty of Crete. Begin your journey with convenient hotel pickup in a luxury Mercedes Vito minivan, then delve into the narrow streets of Rethymno, where history and culture intertwine. Enjoy free time to visit the impressive Venetian Fortezza, indulge in local cuisine, or relax at the nearby palm beach. The tour also includes a visit to the historic Arkadi Monastery, a UNESCO site known for its pivotal role in the Greek War of Independence, where you can explore its grounds and museum before returning to Rethymno. - Experience the rich history of Rethymno with a private guide - Visit the iconic Arkadi Monastery, a symbol of Cretan resistance - Enjoy free time for dining or swimming at a local beach - Travel in comfort with a professional driver in a luxury minivan

Private Tour From Chania Area to Rethymno and Arkadi Monastery

4 hoursFree Cancellation

The hike down Samaria Gorge—a national park and biosphere reserve—is a challenging 10-mile (16 kilometers) journey to the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, making the return journey difficult. This tour descends the gorge with a guide in roughly five to six hours and makes the return journey to the tour bus on a public ferry. Breakfast and admission to the national park are included, with convenient hotel pickup provided.

12 to 15 hoursFree Cancellation

Samaria Gorge Hike

Elafonisi Beach and Falassarna Beach are two of Crete’s most beautiful bays, but the tight, winding coastal roads are time-consuming and challenging to drive. Pair the flexibility of independent travel with the ease of a private chauffeur on this fully customizable tour that’s perfect for photographers and sun worshippers alike. For ease, your driver collects you directly from your Chania hotel (or the nearest vehicle meeting point).

All Day Elafonisi and Falassarna Family Tour

8 hoursFree Cancellation

I will show you how the locals easily keep up with the times, but at the same time do not forget about their roots. I invite you to get acquainted with the city of Chania, so sincere and fragrant! I promise to pleasantly tickle not only your taste buds, but also to please your sense of smell, please your eyes with gentle looks and give a portion of pleasant sensations. Explore modern day Chania with a private guide and learn about the daily life of the local people. Discover the traditional and fresh flavors of the city. Explore the Central Market and captivate your senses with a variety of flavors and aromas. Stop for a bite of kouluri and treats from your favorite local bakery.

Chania: Old Town, Public and Farmers Market-Laiki.

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the thrill of breathing underwater for the first time. Try Scuba experience—perfectly designed for beginners, Enjoy personalized attention from highly experienced SSI-certified instructors led by Giannoulakis Nikolaos, a diving expert with decades of underwater exploration. Explore crystal-clear waters and, weather permitting, dive into the breathtaking Blue Cave—an unforgettable underwater cavern glowing with natural light. Plus, receive professional underwater photos to capture your first dive and an official SSI recognition card to celebrate your achievement. Safe, fun, and truly memorable—this is the perfect way to start your scuba journey in the beautiful waters of Crete!

Chania–2 Different Dives for Beginners with Free Photos & Pickup

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Watercity provides people of all ages with the chance to enjoy their holidays, explore the beautiful park, relax by the pools, spend hours and hours on our exciting and thrilling games and rides, enjoy the sunshine, have a snack or a drink in our many restaurants and bars and shop for souvenirs for their loved ones. Our main aim is to make your day as pleasurable as possible! This is the best amusement park on the island, don’t miss it!

Watercity Waterpark Excursion Heraklion

1 dayFree Cancellation

Relax on the paradise-like island of Elafonisi on this family-friendly day trip. Admire western Crete’s hills and traditional villages on a drive to the southwest coast, and stop for coffee at the Cave of Agia Sofia. Then, spend the afternoon on the idyllic protected islet of Elafonisi, enjoying its pink sands and clear seas. Includes round-trip transport plus select hotel pickup and drop-off.

Elafonisi Beach Trip from Rethymno

11 hoursFree Cancellation

Make your transfer between Chania and Heraklion more than just a ride with a private journey that includes a 2-hour sightseeing stop in the charming town of Rethymno. Whether you're headed east or west, enjoy a relaxed, scenic trip with your English-speaking driver, who will pick you up directly from your hotel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle equipped with Wi-Fi and bottled water. Halfway through the ride, explore Rethymno’s Old Town, a picturesque mix of Venetian, Ottoman, and Greek architecture, stroll along the Venetian Harbor, and take in views of the Fortezza Castle. After soaking in the culture, continue your smooth journey to Heraklion or Chania, arriving refreshed and with a few extra memories of Crete.

Private Transfer Between Chania and Heraklion with Rethymno Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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Private Exclusive Manousakis Winery and Vineyard Tour

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Immerse yourself in authentic Crete on a guided tour from Rethymno. Discover Melidoni Cave, Margarites Village, and the Arkadi Monastery, and discover how traditional handmade pottery is made. Explore the northeastern part of Crete on a guided half-day trip from Rethymno. Encounter sights like the Fragma Potamon Dam as you soak up the local atmosphere. Climb onboard the bus and start your trip by heading east to your first stop at iconic Melidoni Cave. Visit the fascinating site and perhaps enjoy a coffee (own expense) while admiring a magnificent view of the valley of Melidoni village. Then, move south to Margarites village and make a stop at a pottery workshop. Have the opportunity to observe how traditional handmade pottery is made. Next, move on to the famous Arkadi Monastery, where you have time for coffee or lunch (own expense). Finally, stop at a vantage point with a magnificent view of the well-known Fragma Potamon Dam for photos. Return to your hotel in the early afternoon.

From Rethymno:Arkadi Monaster Margarite village and Melidoni Cave

6 hoursFree Cancellation

This private half-day experience blends Crete’s most beautiful beach with an authentic taste of local life. Travel door-to-door from Chania in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle with your dedicated English-speaking driver and an easy, flexible schedule. Unwind at award-winning Falassarna—turquoise waters, wide golden-pink sands, plenty of space for a relaxing swim—while we provide beach gear so you travel light. Then visit a family-run farm for a guided tasting of extra-virgin olive oils and pure Cretan honey with local bites, learning how these treasures are made. Admissions for the tasting are included, there are no forced shopping stops, and timing works perfectly for families and cruise passengers alike. Optional seaside lunch and extra photo stops can be added on request—enjoy a smooth, comfortable day that feels truly personal.

Falassarna Beach Olive and Honey Tasting Private Tour

Falassarna Beach Olive and Honey Tasting Private Tour

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

The bus will pick you up promptly from your assigned location and take you to Sfakia which is located in southern Chania. From there you will enter the boat that will take you to Glyka Nera. Glyka Nera it's one the most beautiful beaches in Crete. Its name stems from the fresh water spring that bubbles up amongst the pebbles. It is a spectacular beach with crystal clear turquoise water and rugger cliffs. Here you will have 2 hours free time. You then board the boat which will take you to Loutro. Loutro is amphitheatrically built above the bay where you can soak up the beautiful surroundings. Here you will have 3 hours of free time to eat in one of the many exceptional restaurants or take a swim and relax along the beachside. Our bus will be waiting to take you back to Rethymno.

Loutro and Sweet Water Beach from Rethymno

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Skip the self-drive hassles and spend a relaxing day at one of Crete’s most beautiful beaches, Elafonisi Beach, on this convenient day tour. Enjoy pickup and drop-off from hotels in Panormo, Scaleta, Adele, Platanias, Missiria, Rethymno town, Atsipopoulo, Kavros, and Georgioupoli, plus guide assistance throughout. Food and drink are available on the beach, while your driver will break the journey for breakfast (own expense).

Day Trip Elafonisi Island From Rethymno English French German Gui

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Imbros Gorge Tour From Rethymno

9 hoursFree Cancellation

See the best of Santorini on this hassle-free group sightseeing tour, where your guide and boat captain arrange all the details and take care of logistics. You start and finish in Rethymnon, and transport is provided so you don’t need to organize this elsewhere. Hop on the boat to Santorina, then visit Oia for the views, then visit Fira to walk on the village roads and have some free time to explore on your own.

Santorini Island Full-Day Sightseeing Tour from Rethymnon

14 hoursFree Cancellation

Only One Day to Explore? Make It Imbros Gorge! If you have just one day to experience the natural beauty of southern Crete during your stay in Chania, this guided tour to Imbros Gorge is the perfect choice. Part of the E4 European Long-Distance Trail, Imbros Gorge offers an accessible and scenic hiking experience through one of the island’s most captivating landscapes. As you walk the trail, take in the breathtaking views, admire the rare local flora, and immerse yourself in the unique natural surroundings. Your licensed guide will be with you every step of the way, sharing fascinating stories and insights about the gorge’s history, geology, and ecosystem—making the experience both educational and unforgettable.

Imbros Gorge - Guided Hike & Swim – Day Tour from Chania

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Walking “Food tasting tour” in the town of Chania

Kimberly_L, Oct 2026

Delightful Food Tour Around Chania

Our guide, Maria, took us to seven stops at Chania restaurants, bakeries, and specialty food shops. She was delightful company as we shared savory bites, sweet treats, and several local beverages. We also enjoyed visiting the shops selling items like herbs and oils - the shopkeepers explained their products and offered samples. Walking route was well organized and not tiring. Highly recommend. You will not leave hungry!

Crete Wine and Olive Oil Tour

Madison_S, Oct 2026

Wonderful wine tour

We had great time on this tour! The tour guide was wonderful ♥️, and very knowledgeable about the wine in the region, the history of Crete and introducing us to the culture of this beautiful island! We highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to taste delicious wine and olive oil from Crete. Communication with the tour company was easy and efficient for those of us commuting from a cruise ship. I cannot wait to visit this island again!

Elafonissi Beach Trip from Chania

Sue_O, Oct 2026

Elafonisi Beach and more

This is a long day with lots of bus time, however if you are interested in seeing more than coastline then this is a great way to combine the two. We had a lovely guide in Jo and a great driver, Nico. For me, 4 hours at Elafonisi was a little long and I would have liked more time at our late lunch location, Elos. We really only had time for lunch and not enough time to explore the village. However the day itself was great and we covered a lot of miles. Jo’s instructions were very clear, particularly as she was dealing with two different tour groups and she had good information regarding the places we were driving through and visiting.

Gastronomy tour and wine tasting in traditional villages

Gregory_B, Oct 2026

What a time!

We had a wonderful time on our tour with our group. The different stops on the trip allow you to experience authentic parts of the island while also trying local cuisine. The food was fresh, the locals were friendly, and our tour guide, Giannis, was pleasant and knowledgeable. We couldn't recommend this more. Come hungry!

Elafonisi & Milia Mountain - Jeep Tour with Loungers and Lunch

Dan_P, Oct 2026

Engaging guide and memorable lunch

Our guide, Dimitrios, was absolutely amazing. He was extremely, friendly, engaging and knowledgeable, providing us with lots of history and interesting facts about the area. There were 6 tourists on this tour - a nice sized group. The highlight of this tour for me was lunch at Milia mountain retreat - it was such a beautiful and unique location with an impressive history and the food was absolutely delicious. I was a little disappointed that Elafonisi beach was so crowded in October but this was out of the control of the tour guide - he got us there early and ensured we had good sun beds, but it didn’t take long for the beach to become very crowded. However, it’s a lovely beach with crystal clear water and some cool rock formations- if you don’t mind crowds you will love it.

Balos & Gramvousa: Cruise with Meals, Drinks & Transfer

Eileen_B, Oct 2026

Book it!!!

The best crew we’ve ever had! Book it! Everyone was kind and very knowledgeable. It was a wonderful experience from start to end. We felt super safe and the communication was amazing. They reached out ahead of time and kept us informed of weather leading up to it. I will return to Balos but only if it’s with this crew!!

Authentic Cretan Cooking Class & Farm Experience in Chania, Crete

Nick_G, Oct 2026

Delightful rustic evening

The hosts Sophia and Maneleo were kind, accommodating and fun. We had a transport mixup - arrived an hour late in the rain., but they carried on. We set right to cooking - chopping, dicing, mixing and into clay pots for the fire. we milked goats and experienced real sustainability. They grow everything they eat including making their own wine and Raki. It is raining so we forego the tour of the olive groves in favor of a visit with their YiaYia who lives just up the road. The food is freah amd tasty, the mandolin playing a nice touch and the conversation delightful. Would recommend. Its a rustic evening in the mountains .

Balos Shared Small Group Catamaran Cruise, 22ppl

Mary_G, Sept 2026

10/10 day with Michael and Vera

We had a fantastic day with Captain Michael and stew Vera with ideal weather. They provided a day full of excellence service. They timed our stops so we beat crowds or arrived shortly before they departed. The fresh fruit, lunch, and drinks were a cherry on top. We always felt safe and recommend this crew!

Private Van Tour to Elafonissi with SUP Board from Chania

Yuliia_P, Sept 2026

Wonderful guide and...

Wonderful guide and driver, Giorgos! I booked the tour literally the same morning at around 9 a.m., and by 12 p.m. he was already there to pick us up! He even messaged me beforehand and offered an earlier start time, which worked out perfectly and gave us more time to enjoy the day. In addition to the tour itself, he took us to the natural pool near Elafonissi Beach and then to Agia Sofia Cave, which was such a nice extra. There were two paddle boards included in the price, which was awesome for swimming and exploring the beach, plus snorkeling gear, snacks, iced water, soft drinks, and even a beach game. He also brought grapes from his own garden, which was such a lovely personal touch! Giorgos was very kind and made some great pictures of me and my family. He also gave us lots of helpful recommendations for dinner and other activities in Crete. Honestly, I’m confident this is one of the best tours you can take to Elafonissi. Everything was so well organized, and Giorgos really went above and beyond to make the day special. Highly recommend!

Quad/Buggy Safari from Platanias of Chania

Christine_G, Sept 2026

Such a fun way to experience Crete!

We did the quad tour during our honeymoon in Crete and had an absolute blast! It was such a fun change of pace and gave us a completely different way to experience the island. The tour was incredibly well organized, and we felt comfortable and taken care of throughout the entire experience. The scenery was beautiful, the riding was so much fun, and we loved getting away from the typical tourist experience and seeing another side of Crete. We packed a LOT into our honeymoon throughout Greece, and this was definitely one of those experiences that stood out. If you’re looking for something adventurous, memorable, and a little different while visiting Crete, absolutely add a quad tour to your trip. Thank you for such a fun day and another amazing memory from our honeymoon! ❤️🇬🇷

Boat Trip in Crete with Guided Snorkeling and Free Pick up!

Christian_V, Sept 2026

Wonderful Snorkeling Experience

My wife and I booked this snorkeling experience and had an excellent time! Basil, Andrea and team were very knowledgeable and personable. We had so much fun using the DPV scooters and were able to see so much. On our tour, Andrea was very informed about the local marine life and history and was able to teach us so much about the Souda bay and the surrounding Mediterranean Sea. Both my wife and I were coincidentally stung by jellyfish and Basil/Andrea were able to quickly help take care of us, which we appreciated. We could not recommend this experience more!

Private Tour Elafonisi Beach with Honey Olive Oil & Wine Tastings

Valerie_M, July 2026

Cave, beach and food were all amazing!

This tour is full of beautiful sights along the way. The honey & olive oil tasting was delicious while learning how it was made. The stop at the cave was the highlight for me. Note: it is over 200 steps to reach the cave, with very uneven steps. So, if you or someone in your group has difficulty walking, they have the choice to wait in the air conditioned van. The view from the cave is breathtaking. Inside, you will take a path that shows many views. After the cave, we went to a beach which is also a long walk, but beautiful, clear water. The water depth is mostly 2-3 feet but does have areas where it reaches approx. 4 -5 ft. It’s great for children because the water has movement but not strong waves. You can relax and float in the water or lay in the sandy beach. The last stop was the winery, with a variety of tastings, which also included grape syrup and olive oil to dip breads and salted olives. Everything was delicious! You can purchase anything you like to take home! We really enjoyed the entire day! Also, our ship time at the port was not as long as the tour, but our guide was able to shorten our stops yet still fit everything in and get us back on time which we really appreciated!!