Halepa and Tabakaria Private Walking Tour

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Highlights

  • Charming old neighborhoods

  • Unique historical buildings

  • Fantastic views and landscapes

  • Historical and cultural details

Summary

Walk around the neighborhood of the noblemen & kings & discover the historical facts of 19th and 20th century, beside the sea in the Tabakaria area. 

Tour info

Duration
2 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
English

Why take this tour?

Discover the charm and history of Chania’s Halepa and Tabakaria districts on this immersive walking tour. Stroll through Halepa, the aristocratic neighborhood known for its neoclassical mansions, diplomatic history, and ties to Eleftherios Venizelos, one of Greece’s most influential statesmen. Hear captivating stories about the area's role in Crete’s modern history as you admire its elegant architecture and scenic coastal views.

Then, step into the atmospheric district of Tabakaria, a hidden gem where 19th-century leather tanneries line the rocky seafront. Learn about the traditional art of leather production and how this industrial heritage shaped the local economy. The area’s raw beauty, with its aged stone buildings and tranquil sea backdrop, makes it a haven for photographers and history enthusiasts alike.

 

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What’s included?

  • Lobby pick up/drop off (only for central hotels)

  • Licensed-professional local guide

  • Mineral water per person

  • Analytic information of Crete’s history

  • Gratuities

  • Additional food and drinks

  • Personal expenses

  • Hotel pick up/drop off from non-central hotels

Things to know

Before you book

  • This tour starts from Chania

  • We pick you up from your hotel's lobby

  • Pick up from other regions of Crete will have extra costs

Before you go

  • Children must always be accompanied by an adult

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Alcohol tasting is not allowed for children under 18 years old

Cancellation Policy

    Up to 7 days before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 7 days before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Redemption information

    Pick up - drop off is only for Chania region, Not Rethimnon, Heraklion and Lasithi. If someone stays in the other regions of Crete and wants to participate in this tour has to drive with his own car or bus to meet us in Chania city center and start the tour or we arrange the transportation to Chania at an extra cost.


    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption
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