3 Shore Excursions in Crete Worth Booking

1.Chania Shore Excursion to the White Mountains

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $114Our pick

Leave Souda or Chania by 4x4 for mountain villages, orange groves, and high viewpoints. Visit an original shepherd’s hut at 1,350 meters, stop for coffee or juice, and eat traditional Cretan dishes in Therisso. Guides such as Jacob, Adam, Olga, and Chris lead the route.

“We had a wonderful tour with Olga. She took us on a fantastic tour to the White Mountains, which included a stop for coffee or fresh squeezed orange juice, as well as a delicious lunch, featuring a local cheese we learned about. The was great from start to finish and I highly recommend it.”

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2.Tailor-Made Private Shore Excursion: Discover Chania Your Way

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 1 to 7 hours (approx.) Top rated

Maria of IMable Travel creates a private Chania shore day around your interests. Ride in an air-conditioned vehicle, sample Cretan snacks, visit villages, wineries, olive oil makers, monasteries, beaches, or the Old Town, then return to your cruise ship.

“What a fantastic day with Maria. We were a group of 8 and Maria treated us exceptionally well. She deserves more than 5 stars. We had a day that will last in our memory for a long time. Very highly recommended with no hesitation. Thanks Maria !!!”

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3.Chania Shore Excursion Off Road Vineyard and Winery Tour Half Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $107Best value

From Souda or Chania, you’ll ride a 4x4 into Vatolakos Hills, stop at Valsamiotis Cofferdam, visit Manousakis vineyards, and taste five wines with cheese. Guides such as John, Giannis, and Roy are praised for their care, humor, and local insight.

“We spent our day with experienced and lovely tour guide Roy. Quite simply the best tour guide we've ever had. He provided a ton of knowledge on local fauna, inner workings of the vineyards and witty humor. Book him and you simply not only get the best, but also funniest vineyard experience known to a man.”

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