Explore WWII’s Battle of Crete with a local historian. Walk through trenches, visit battlefields, and revive history on this half-day shore excursion.
Explore WWII’s Battle of Crete with a local historian. Walk through trenches, visit battlefields, and revive history on this half-day shore excursion.
- Maleme German Military Cemetery - we’ll visit a small info-point and walk through the cemetery, discussing the events that took place in this part of Crete
- Tavronitis Bridge - we’ll explore the bridge and some nearby trenches, talking about the battles that occurred in the area
- War Shelter of Platanias - we’ll tour this shelter,…
- Maleme German Military Cemetery - we’ll visit a small info-point and walk through the cemetery, discussing the events that took place in this part of Crete
- Tavronitis Bridge - we’ll explore the bridge and some nearby trenches, talking about the battles that occurred in the area
- War Shelter of Platanias - we’ll tour this shelter, constructed with forced labor during the German occupation, and view some of the war memorabilia displayed here
- Souda Bay War Cemetery - we’ll stroll through the Allied Cemetery and discuss the commemoration ceremonies held in Crete after the war and annually in May
- Chania Town - Pick-up, traveling to all of these locations and back
- Private transportation
- All entrance fees (where applicable)
- Bottled water
- English-speaking local guide/driver
- Private transportation
- All entrance fees (where applicable)
- Bottled water
- English-speaking local guide/driver
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Discover the key locations and landmarks of the Battle of Crete, a crucial operation in the Mediterranean during WWII. Experiencing this with a local guide and historian offers a unique perspective, allowing you to explore hidden trenches and uncover details that bring the events to life. Join me on this exciting tour of the primary battlefields and memorial sites of WWII in western Crete!
Discover the key locations and landmarks of the Battle of Crete, a crucial operation in the Mediterranean during WWII. Experiencing this with a local guide and historian offers a unique perspective, allowing you to explore hidden trenches and uncover details that bring the events to life. Join me on this exciting tour of the primary battlefields and memorial sites of WWII in western Crete!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
