This is a private tour with a 7-seater van for a maximum 6 guests (price is for 6 persons).
Explore the battlefields and memorials where the first airborne-only attack in history took place. The Battle of Crete is unique because it's the first attack in history prepared and performed exclusively by airborne units! It was a man to man battle where belligerents had little support from their far-flung bases. In this tour we will give a detailed account of the battle of Crete regarding equipment, units, strengths and weaknesses, defence and attack positions, the course of battle and various stories! We can focus on specific units, nationalities or any interest you might have and customize the tour. We will visit the main battle locations in western Crete at Maleme and Galatas, two Cemeteries, an amazing collection of artifacts from the battle and a couple of Memorials. Bring a 10GB USB stick to load some reports, books, diaries, maps and photos of the Battle of Crete!
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Private transportation
✔ Guiding Services for the WW2 Memorials in Chania
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✖ 10 euro - For snacks and drinks
✖ 25 euro per person for lunch (optional)
Pickup Locations
1. Porto Platanias Beach Luxury Selection
2. Hotel Aegli
3. Lagon - Life Spirit Boutique Hotel
4. La Maison Ottomane
5. Samaria Hotel
6. Triton Apartments
7. Domes Zeen Chania, A Luxury Collection Resort, Crete
8. Hotel Christina
9. Hotel Lissos
10. Royal Sun Hotel
11. Hotel Belmondo
12. Tina Hotel
13. Hotel Irene
14. Elektra Beach Hotel
15. Gaia Kreta Hotel
16. Kalimera
17. Nefeli Hotel
18. Airis Boutique & Suites
19. Helios Apartments
20. Odos Oneiron Boutique Hotel
Additional Info: Pick up and drop off at Souda port, your accommodation or any other convenient location in the greater Chania area. Please contact us regarding your pick up place for further information
Itinerary
1
Souda Bay War Cemetery
In the Commonwealth Cemetery lie the allied soldiers who perished in the Battle of Crete. We will walk around the graves and tell you stories. We will also visit the nearby 42nd street memorial, where a bayonet charge took place.
Duration: 60 minutes
2
German Military Cemetery
Will visit the German Cemetery located on the strategic hill 107 overlooking Maleme airfield, and how the battle developed. Will make a quick stop next to Maleme airfield (its still a military area and access is forbidden). We will walk to the allied headquarters on top of hill 107 with nice views of the area.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Tavronitis Bridge
Tavronitis Bridge played a vital role during the Battle of Crete and it was one of the Germans primary targets during their assault on Crete. Close to there we will also pay a visit to the RAF Memorial dedicated to the RAF pilots that fell during the battle.
Duration: 45 minutes
4
Galatas
We will visit the Greek-New Zealand memorial at Galatas village main square, will talk about the battle there and will visit one of the best WW2. We will also visit the Welch memorial.
Duration: 60 minutes
5
Alikianos Memorial
We will visit Agia Prison valley, where the Greek units were stationed. Will see Agia Prison, which used to be a hospital during the battle and a prison during the occupation where hundreds of Greeks were executed.
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• In case of traveller's serious health problems or other medical concerns please notify us
