full day
Daily Tour
6 people
English, German, Greek
This private tour unfolds the history behind the battle of Crete in Chania: A certified Historian/ Archaeologist specializing in Contemporary History and the battle of Crete is ready to guide you through the line of events that led to the Battle of Crete and the mysteries of the Archaeological remains of the battlefields.
We start our Battle of Crete Chania Full Day tour at the Airport of Maleme, a site nearby a village of Chania, that was of vital importance for the Axis forces, and played a crucial role during World War Two. A tour of hill 107 is being carried out, as well as a visit to the German War Cemetery. We stand in grief, due to the sheer size of human losses and afterwards we visit two different abandoned German lockouts in an undisclosed location.
A visit to a private war museum enhances this excursion to the battle of Crete in Chania and lets us understand how the battle was being carried out, and we learn about unknown facts about the battle of Crete due to our Historian Guide’s expertise and rare archive photos that were found after tedious research.
The British Commonwealth Nations (Such as Australia, New Zealand and Great Britain) played a vital role in the Battle of Crete, and we pay great respect to our allies, by visiting the British Commonwealth Allied Cemetery. We learn about the history of the allied cemetery in Souda Bay as we overlook the spectacular views of the bay on which “Lest We Forget”* is a common phrase.
A small coffee/ lunch break at a beautiful landscape with overgrown vegetation will help us to talk about questions and inquiries regarding the operation Mercury/ Battle of Crete. Afterwards, we continue our tour to an undisclosed location to inspect battlefield Archeology and the untouched history of the Battle of Crete to an abandoned German Bunker. We learn about the daily war routine, as well as the military equipment, regimes and ammunition used by both the Axis Forces and the Allies during the Second World War.
*Lest We Forget*
‘God of our fathers, known of old,
Lord of our far-flung battle line,
Beneath whose awful hand we hold
Dominion over palm and pine—
Lord God of Hosts, be with us yet,
Lest we forget—lest we forget!’
| PAX | Full Day Price | Half Day Price |
| 1 | 225 | 150 |
| 2 | 260 | 180 |
| 3 | 310 | 200 |
| 4 | 330 | 225 |
| 5 | 360 | 260 |
| 6 | 380 | 280 |
| 6 ++ ? | Contact Us for a price offer! |
Book now your private excursion to Chania Battle of Crete World War 2 History Tour!
Visit to the Bridge of Tavronitis, which had a great significance to the Battle of Crete.
Visit to the Maleme Airfield - If possible, approach to the airstrip and the Static Aircraft exhibition.
Visit the German War Cemetery - Pay respect to the war cassualties
Visit to abandoned German Bunkers in the area of west Chania.
Visit to a private war museum and a rare lookout with astonishing views of the Aegean Sea.
Visit the allied, British Commonwealth War Cemetery - Pay respect to the soldiers of War.
Lunch / Coffe break to relax and talk about unkown information about the Battle of Crete
Visit to an abandoned German camp / German Bunker with amazing Views and History.
These were establishments of war, that due to the years passing by got into obscurity. We contacted locals, and state archives in order to find them and present them to you. Undisclosed information and photo archives will be given to you on the tour.
Absolutely not! This private guided tour is designed with many stops and relaxation opportunities! Being a private tour, we can add or subtract part of the excursion according to your needs!
No problem! Our prices are per person, so you can book your private tour by using our secure booking system!
Yes, this can be done upon request. Please contact us for more information!
Because you will learn one of the most fascinating stories of World War Two by a certified Historian specialised in Contemporary History. You will also uncover the many aspects of the Battle of Crete in Chania, step on original battlefields and explore original military establishments and fortifications. Needless to say, this tour is not only for those avid in History, but for everyone who wants to explore the past and present of Crete!
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