• Chania Town - Explore Forty Second Street in Chania, where a knowledgeable licensed historian tour guide will share its importance during World War II, the Battle of Crete, and particularly the evacuation of British and ANZAC troops to the southern port of “Chora Sfakion” en route to Alexandria.
• Chania Town - Discover an abandoned shelter/hideout used by locals and Allies during enemy bombardments.
• Platanias - Enjoy a lunch or coffee break in one of the most picturesque and traditional villages in the Chania mainland.
  Our expert historian tour guide, specializing in the Battle of Crete, will delve into the details of the battle, explaining why the Germans targeted Crete, the timing, and uncovering hidden aspects using rare military documents and photos that bridge the past with the present.
• Souda Bay War Cemetery - Visit the Souda Bay Commonwealth War Cemetery, where 1,527 British Commonwealth and ANZAC soldiers are laid to rest. Pay tribute to the World War II casualties.
• Chania Town - Explore a makeshift World War II Museum featuring historic war relics from the German Occupation and the British/Greek defense of the island. Situated on the ANZAC evacuation route towards the south and near the Imbros Gorge, this area is rich with war relics to observe. Our military expert historian tour guide will reveal the hidden significance and use of these WW2 memorabilia during the Battle of Crete.
• Chania Town - Visit the main evacuation port for British and ANZAC troops during the Battle of Crete in South Crete. Enjoy free time at Sfakia Harbor and the nearby WW2 monument. Listen to our licensed historian tour guide, Apostolis Panigirakis, recount the evacuation challenges during WW2, detailing how it occurred, who was involved, and the unequal treatment during Operation Mercury and the evacuation of British and ANZAC troops during the Battle of Crete to Alexandria, Egypt.

• On-board WiFi
• Visit WW2 Battlefields that played a vital role in the Battle of Crete
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• See the main Evacuation port of British & ANZAC troops. Learn the real history using rare archives.
• All fees and/or taxes
• Professional Licensed Historian Tour Guide - Licensed by the Greek Ministry of Tourism & Culture
• Learn about the evacuation of Crete from the ANZAC’s. Visit historical places of the retreat.
• Private Transportation

• Battle of Crete Museum Entry (5 Euro per Person)

Apostolis Panigirakis, a certified historian with expertise in contemporary history, guides visitors along the evacuation route taken by ANZAC troops in late May 1941, following their retreat:

The journey follows the troops to their primary evacuation port in Sfakia. During the Battle of Crete, the Allies successfully evacuated thousands of ANZACs to Alexandria.

The challenges of the World War II evacuation are acknowledged and understood. Shortly, the tour arrives at a unique private war museum, showcasing rare historical artifacts from the Battle of Crete era.

The knowledgeable historian provides insights into World War II history in Greece and Crete, and Operation Mercury, as the group prepares to navigate the challenging terrain and mountains leading to the beaches and ports of South Crete.

Ultimately, the tour reaches the port of Sfakia, the main evacuation port, where respects are paid at the ANZAC war memorial.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.