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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 1351 reviewsThe Local Chania Experience
Discover Chania through the eyes of a local. Walk through hidden Old Town streets, hear the stories behind the city, visit a private 400-year-old residence, and leave with trusted recommendations.
5 out of 5 average rating, 315 reviewsChania cooking class - The Authentic
Prepare and enjoy authentic Cretan cuisine with a local grandma.
5 out of 5 average rating, 44 reviewsChania: Tandem Paragliding Experience in Crete
Tandem paragliding in Crete, based in Chania. Fly safely with a certified pilot and enjoy breathtaking coastal and mountain views. Hosted by Yiannis, founder of Explore Paragliding.
5 out of 5 average rating, 133 reviewsCreate your unique mosaic souvenir
Enjoy a unique mosaic-making session with a breathtaking sea view at the Marinella Mosaic Workshop. With a mosaic tour for inspo and various materials and colours to create your own unique souvenir.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviewsChania Bike Tour: Landmarks & Hidden Gems
The perfect first-day intro! See all of the Old City, safely pedal hidden alleys, see knife-makers & hear local stories. Discover the real Chania on this easy 2.5-hour, small-group bike adventure.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 153 reviewsGastronomy tour and wine tasting in villages
Forget the tourist menus of the harbor. The star of our journey is the legendary Antikristo. Crete’s most ancient and spectacular way of roasting lamb across an open fire for hours. Eat like a local.
5 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviewsHidden Chania: Sunset Bike Ride & Local Secrets
Escape the crowds! Ride through hidden gems, explore the aristocratic Halepa district, and witness a magical sunset at the Tabakaria tanneries with local drinks and snacks. The perfect local intro!
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviewsFood Odyssey:Explore Chania with a food historian
Taste the unique culinary history of Chania in Crete and discover how the locals eat.
5 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviewsMorning gastronomic tour in the city of Chania
Experience Chania like a local. Tour the old town, try kalitsounia, cheese, honey, oil and Cretan appetizers. Learn the stories behind each flavor with a local guide. Come hungry.
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 145 reviewsTaste and learn about wines
Join me for an hour of tasting and learning about Greek wines from diverse regions.
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New place to stayAmazing Sunset Walk Over Chania - private tour
A hidden sunset trail above Chania. Enjoy spectacular panoramic views over Chania, Souda Bay and the sea beyond, far from mass tourism. Just nature, silence, goats and unforgettable scenery.
New place to stayZen Calligraphy & Artwork Making with a Master
Discover Shodo in Crete with a licensed Japanese Master (Shihan) trusted by brands like Disney+. Enjoy green tea, learn mindful brush strokes, and create your own artwork with a traditional red seal.
New place to stayPrivate Cooking Class at Your Villa in Chania
Turn your villa into a Cretan kitchen. Hands-on cooking class with a local.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsHiking Tour - Best Alternative to Samaria Gorge
A circular hike (25 km from Chania) through two hidden gorges in western Crete, far from mass tourism. Around 10 km through quiet landscapes with centuries-old trees and untouched nature
New place to staySuncatcher Experience – Chania
Create a unique holiday souvenir inspired by sun and sea using glass beads. Make jewelry, sun catchers, little bonsai, decorations, or embellish driftwood and shells.
New place to stayCook Cretan dishes in a private garden
Authentic Cretan family life in our garden kitchen. Harvest fresh vegetables, cook traditional dishes, and enjoy a communal meal with homemade wine, raki, and desserts while learning local customs.
New place to stayFrom garden to table: Cretan flavors
Experience farm life, prepare traditional Cretan dishes together and enjoy a shared meal with local flavors
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsExperience the Cretan land with all your senses
A gentle walk in nature, where guests discover traditional Cretan farm life, local practices and everyday rural culture
New place to stayA shared table in the Cretan countryside
A relaxed farm-to-table gathering where guests enjoy traditional Cretan flavors and local wine in a social setting, that takes part in an old but preserved olive mill
New place to stayHerbal Garden & Natural Soapmaking experience
Explore a Cretan herbal garden, learning about local healing plants and create your own natural olive oil soap using traditional techniques
