Top 10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Magnesia Region, Thessaly

September 26, 2021 Etsuko Causey

Discover the best top things to do in Magnesia Region, Greece including Private Tour: Exploring Chania and its Villages, Chania Old Town Half Day Tour + Mountain Restaurant Full Day Tour, Chania Old Town Private Tour, Chania Old Town and Countryside Private Tour, Private Full-Day West Crete from Heraklion, 3-Day Private tour to Meteora and the unspoiled Pelion Peninsula, Battle of Crete Tour WW2 Half Day Tour, BMW Motorcycle Tour - Volos – Pelion , 10 Days Private Tour: North Greece, 5 Days Private Tour: Delphi – Meteora – Thessaloniki & Pelio .
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1. Private Tour: Exploring Chania and its Villages

Santorini Wine Tour
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Sightsee around the scenic villages of Crete in the company of a local guide in a private luxury vehicle Choose an itinerary tailored to your interests and specifications Zero hassle! Your personal guide will arrange everything Visit the top wineries of the region to discover unique and hard-to-find wines Relax on some of the most beautiful beaches of Greece Visit archaeological sites that give an insight to a civilization lost since the remote antiquity. Sample Itinerary : The tour will start at the seaside traditional village of Armeni, and continue to the region of Alikambos, where we’ll walk in olive & citrus groves of unparalleled beauty, where the rows of fruit-bearing trees point toward the sea. Last, we’ll visit Limni Kourna, a gorgeous, untouched lake of great geological and ecological significance. After a walk by the the azure waters of the lake, you can visit the village of Kournas, the seat of the Cretan Revolution of 1866.

Inclusions: Pick up & return luxury transfer, Half day private tour with an experienced, local english speaking guide, Private Chauffeured luxury service

Exclusions: Admission fees and guided tours to museums or archaeological sites, Wine tasting fees, Personal expenses, Food and drink expenses, unless specified, All Gratuities

Reviewed By Francis M

Our guide was great as we scheduled easy pick up and drop off locations. Each winery had a different feel as they were located in different parts of southern Santorini. Tour was finished off with Venetsanos winery which was located in the cliffs overlooking the caldera. We would recommend.

2. Chania Old Town Half Day Tour + Mountain Restaurant Full Day Tour

Niriis Tours
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Chania since the ancient times was a melting pot of civilizations and cultures, each invader and new town resident leaving its mark on history, architecture and culture. Chania is the oldest continuously inhabited city in Europe dating back to Minoan civilization around 5.000BC! In this tour we will try to trace the remains of civilizations, in the buildings and monuments. By doing so we will go through the waterfront, alleyways, fortifications, viewpoints and marks of the past. We will see how Chania has changed over time, the buildings added and destroyed! The city was divided in the Christian, Muslim and Jewish quarters. We will go through them where we will show you historic points of interest not so obvious to the average visitor. Although the tour focuses on history, we will explore the culture and traditions of Chania and how they have merged to form the modern day city of Chania! There is an option for lunch on a traditional Mountain Restaurant!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Guiding Services

Exclusions: Snacks, Optional lunch for 20 euro in Chania town or at an exceptional mountain restaurant (45 minute drive), Optional wine tasting for 12 euro for 30 minutes

Reviewed By arnaudb163

We had a fantastic day with Georges, our guide. He knows everything about his country and its history (that he studied). His french was surprisingly good ! Great experience.

3. Chania Old Town Private Tour

Niriis Tours
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Chania’s Old Town is being inhabited since the ancient ages of the Minoan Civilization from 5000BC. Since then it has always been a vivid place of prosperity and growth, influenced through the ages by the various cultures, Romans, Arabs, Jews, due to its geopolitical place in the Mediterranean Sea and those who invaded it particularly in the late years, such us the Venetians and the Ottoman Turks. We will stroll through the historic alleys and pinpoint the Byzantine and the Venetian/Ottoman Walls and Fortifications, then walk through the main streets and see the emergence of history from the Ancient Ages from the archeological excavations inside the Old Town to the Medieval and Recent Ages through the old buildings, the churches, the synagogues and the mosques. Also we will visit the Orthodox, the Muslim and the Jewish Quarter and how people lived together through times with peace or turbulence.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Guiding Services

Exclusions: 20 euro for lunch per person in a local restaurant (optional) , Shopping around Chania Old Town (optional)

Reviewed By KyrMov

What can i say about this amazing tour? There are few words to describe my unique experience and the great time, me and my family had with such a great person like our guide that really took great care of us! The lunch is the highlight on this trip! I can not wait to visit again soon and take another trip with this fantastic company! I would recommend this tour without second thoughts!!

4. Chania Old Town and Countryside Private Tour

Niriis Tours
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This unique tour combines exploring the Cretan nature, the most spectacular gorge close to Chania and the villages surrounding it, followed by lunch in perhaps one of the best bio restaurants in Crete! We will drive through spectacular natural scenery, inside the gorge leading to the foot of the White Mountains, where the restaurant is located. All food in the small family restaurant is produced, handmade and cooked in wood oven, from bread to the local Cretan and Greek recipes! If you wish, we could walk around the farm and area, depending on the season and weather. It's not only a nature experience through a gorge but also a cultural one, as we will visit two small Byzantine churches and the lunch at the end is an experience by itself. On the way back we drive by the side of mountain over Chania with panoramic view of the town and Souda port!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Guiding Services

Exclusions: 20 euro for lunch in the mountain restaurant

Reviewed By C3515JWdanielv

I enjoyed my talk very much. My guide was easy to talk to and happy to answer any questions I had about Greece. he even went to the trouble of getting me some grapes from the vine and figs from the trees, and they proved to be delicious!

5. Private Full-Day West Crete from Heraklion

Stagakis Grand Prestige
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Start with a coffee under the, centuries-old, plane trees at the picturesque village of Spili. Then, driving through the Kourtaliotiko gorge you can enjoy the incredible view, get a close look of the waterfall and even dip your feet in the cool water. Next is the Preveli Monastery which dates back to the 10th century. The monastery is associated with the struggles for Crete’s independence and, more recently, the WWII when the allies used it as a gateway to the Middle East. If you are in a mood for a swim, the next stop is definitely the village of Plakias. Next are the cities of Rethimno and Hania which both have an intriguing mixture of Venetian and Ottoman architecture and buildings with well-preserved elements of that.

Inclusions: V.I.P.- class, air-conditioned vehicle, Fridge, Bottled water, Fully equipped First-Aid-Kit, Honey/Raki tasting

Exclusions: Drinks and Meals, Entrance fees, Souvenirs and personal expenses

Reviewed By 324lenap

We took the tour on a hunch and did not regret it. Costas made the tour feel like a day trip with old friends . His knowledge of the local history and culture is amazing all wrapped in a natural sense of humour. The locations selected very carefully to reflect the best this place has to offer and the vehicle was comfortable and spotless The highlight was the homemade raki and honey. we can't recommend the service enough .

6. 3-Day Private tour to Meteora and the unspoiled Pelion Peninsula

Warmpenguin

Our tour combines two of the most stunning locations of the region of Thessalia with the famous Meteora Monasteries and Pelion, mythical home to the Centaurs and unspoiled Greece at its best. Pelion is a designated ‘Natura 2000’ area of outstanding natural beauty with clean mountain air, rich forest, pristine blue waters, and home to over 23 idyllic 'stone villages' set in mountain perches, charming fishing bays, and woodland hamlets ideal for touring. Sit back as your informative driver guides you through the chains of mountain & seaside villages. On your return towards Athens we also stop at the site of Thermopylae to explore and enter the visitor’s center which recreates the ancient battle where King Leonidas led the 300 Spartans in 480BC. An ideal off the beaten path option for families, small groups, and experienced travelers looking for a taste of real Greece.To make things hassle free you can also choose the lunch option to include a delicious 3-Course traditional meal

Inclusions: Tour 100% exclusive to your group, Professional English speaking experienced Tour driver throughout the day, Athens Hotel, Residence or Cruise ship pickup & return, Flexible start time on request, First class transport: Groups of 1 to 3: Mercedes EClass or AudiA6; 4 to 7 Minivan; 8 to 14 Sprinter, All vehicles with WiFi, A/C, Chilled Bottled Water, 4-Star or Boutique style Hotels including breakfast selected by us for quality, service, location convenience & guest satisfaction.

Exclusions: Lunch and Dinner (unless specified), Gratuities, Licensed guide for guiding in archeological sites. Available on request, Entrance fees

Reviewed By Naseneis

It was a great tour to the classical hotsots of Greece. Due to Corona on all visited sites were only a few tourists what I never had before. The hotels were at nice places in walking distance to the city center, so that we could enjoy Greece evening life easily. Our driver did a great job and had always interesting stories about ancient history and modern Greece to tell during our journey - thank you for this experience Yanis!

7. Battle of Crete Tour WW2 Half Day Tour

Niriis Tours

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, defense and attack positions, the course of battle and various stories! We can focus on specific units, nationalities or any interest you might have if we know in advance. We will visit the main battle locations in western Crete at Maleme and Galatas, two Cemeteries and a couple of Memorials.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Guiding Services for the WW2 Memorials in Chania

Exclusions: 10 euro - For snacks and drinks

Reviewed By arnaudb163

We had a fantastic day with Georges, our guide. He knows everything about his country and its history (that he studied). His french was surprisingly good ! Great experience.

8. BMW Motorcycle Tour - Volos – Pelion

Par. Leof. Vouliagmenis 339, Ilioupoli 163 46, Greece GS Traveler Moto Rentals

Three day unguided motorcycle tour that will lead you to some of the most famous sites in Greece. We will meet and greet you in our head offices were you will get acquainted with your BMW rental motorbike. We will do a short briefing on the tour, the itinerary and then you will take off for the moto tour. All destinations and points of interest will be uploaded to the GPS that comes with the motorcycle.

Inclusions: The use of a BMW motorcycle , Breakfast, Breakfast, Use of Helmet for the duration of the tour and a GPS with POIs, 2 night accomodation on a bed and breakfast basis in a respected, centrally located hotel in Pelion, Planning and organization of the tour, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Admission to points of interest, Tolls if applicable, Fuel, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks and Beverages, Tour guide

Reviewed By rensb89

I can’t recommend these guys enough. Right away we felt welcome and in good hands. The bikes are top quality all round. All new models and well taken care of, something you really want to feel when you’re about to make a 2000+ kilometer trip through Greece. I will definitely come back and rent here again. Thanks for making our holiday so awesome!!

9. 10 Days Private Tour: North Greece

Olive Sea Travel

This 10 day tour of northern Greece was set up for our guests who wish to see the treasures of the north (and those on the way) without the hustle and bustle of working out routes and what sights are well worth the visit.

Inclusions: Professional Drivers with Deep knowledge of history. [Not licensed to accompany you in any site.], Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Accommodation (We work with some of the best hotels. We have to know the number of the rooms), Entrance Fees, Airport Pick Up and drop-off (Additional cost), Licensed Tour guide on request (Additional cost)

Reviewed By Akulasthraxus

My guide Vasile met me at the Acropolis metro stop, we headed to the Acropolis, and I was the only person that had signed up for a tour that day so it was a solo tour. We stopped at the Acropolis, Temple of Hephaestus, Greek Agora, Lycabettus Hill, the glass running man, and the Olympic Stadium in my half day tour. 100% worth it, got some great photos and better memories, and would happily suggest them again.

10. 5 Days Private Tour: Delphi – Meteora – Thessaloniki & Pelio

Olive Sea Travel

This tour is offered to our guests who wish to explore some of the most famous sites but would also like to visit parts of Northern Greece such as Thessaloniki (our second largest city) and regions that have remained untouched by tourism like Pelion. It is a way to see two main sites representing different parts of Greek history.

Inclusions: Professional Drivers with Deep knowledge of history. [Not licensed to accompany you in any site.], Private transportation, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water

Exclusions: Entrance Fees, Licensed Tour guide on request (Additional cost), Accommodation (We work with some of the best hotels. We have to know the number of the rooms), Airport Pick Up and drop-off (Additional cost)

Reviewed By Akulasthraxus

My guide Vasile met me at the Acropolis metro stop, we headed to the Acropolis, and I was the only person that had signed up for a tour that day so it was a solo tour. We stopped at the Acropolis, Temple of Hephaestus, Greek Agora, Lycabettus Hill, the glass running man, and the Olympic Stadium in my half day tour. 100% worth it, got some great photos and better memories, and would happily suggest them again.

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