Battle of Crete WW2 Private Tour (price per group of 6)

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Chania, Greece

6 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

The Battle of Crete in 1941 was the first mainly airborne invasion in military history and Crete’s landscape still bears its scars. Retrace it with an expert guide on this private door-to-door tour, which can be adapted to focus on specific units, individual nationalities, or other interests. A typical day includes the German and Commonwealth war cemeteries, the battlefields at Maleme and Galatas, Tavronitis Bridge, and the Alikanios Memorial.

Retrace the Battle of Crete in depth with a passionate private guide
Customize the tour to your own areas of interest, including individual units
Bring a USB stick to take home reports, books, diaries, maps, and photos
Private 2-way transfers from the address of your choice in greater Chania

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Private transportation
Guiding Services for the WW2 Memorials in Chania

Snacks

10 euro - For snacks and drinks
Lunch

25 euro per person for lunch (optional)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pick up and drop off at Souda port, your accommodation or any other convenient location 10km or 6 miles around Chania old town, or near the national road up to Maleme airport. Please contact us regarding your pick up place for further information

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

08/06/2019 - 06/12/2027
Monday - Sunday : 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Itinerary

Souda Bay War Cemetery

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

German Military Cemetery

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Tavronitis Bridge

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Galatas

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate
In case of traveller's serious health problems or other medical concerns please notify us
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 17 reviews

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JR_G, Aug 2023

Excellent tour one-on-one with a very knowledgable, friendly guide with a deep understanding of the subject matter from both his Cretan and my NZ perspectives. Both the logistics of the tour and his well-informed engagement with places, events and people involved made it a very successful day.

Response from Host, Aug 2023

We are glad you enjoyed the tour! The Battle of Crete has a special connections for the local people of west Crete as many got involved in the fighting and later in resistance and hiding allied soldiers. We cannot forget the sacrifices of those who came from the other side of the earth to protect our values and freedom. Likewise, hiding soldiers could not understand why locals took extreme risks to themselves and their families protecting, sheltering and feeding the soldiers in the mountains. This legacy still is visible today as the sacrifices of the soldiers and locals alike must not be forgotten.

Loved it!!

Holly_P, Mar 2022

This was such an amazing tour! I’m so glad we went. I’ll be honest, we went because my dad is a WW2 buff and it was mainly for him. But even for myself and the rest of my family, this was deeply engaging and profoundly moving. We learned a lot about the history of Crete, and got to see so many small villages (and a bakery!) we would never have been able to see without our amazing tour guide, who was knowledgeable and friendly! We also saw a massive private collection of artifacts that was a once in a lifetime experience. Thanks again!

Response from Host, Mar 2022

I am glad you enjoyed the Battle of Crete tour! I try to squeeze as much information as possible, without making the tour tiring or boring. Our grandfathers went through a lot of hardship and many paid the ultimate price, locals are indebted and never forget these sacrifices. My interest in modern history, combined with the feeling of gratitude for the sacrifices of locals and allies alike make me strive to present the best insight and overview of the battle.