Chania, 6 days - from Thessaloniki
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Chania, Crete, Greece

Chania, 6 days - from Thessaloniki

Holidays package
Created: Wednesday, July 19, 2023
Ref ID: 4343074
price per person From
654 €
Based on 2 adults
Created: Wednesday, July 19, 2023

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About the destination

Chania, on the northwest coast of Crete, combines Venetian elegance, Ottoman traces, and traditional Cretan life in a compact, walkable city. Its heart is the Old Town, a maze of narrow alleyways lined with pastel-colored mansions, flowering balconies, and small artisan shops. The picturesque Venetian Harbor, with its 16th‑century lighthouse and old arsenals, is the perfect place for a leisurely stroll at sunset, followed by dinner at a waterfront taverna. Beyond the harbor, Chania’s neighborhoods each offer a distinct atmosphere. The former Jewish quarter, Evraiki, is full of boutique hotels and quiet cafés, while Splantzia showcases a more local side with shaded squares, traditional kafeneia, and historic churches beside old mosques. Museums such as the Maritime Museum of Crete and the Archaeological Museum provide context for the island’s long and turbulent history, from Minoan times to World War II. Chania is also an excellent base for exploring some of Crete’s most striking landscapes. Day trips can take you to the pink‑tinged sands of Elafonisi, the dramatic gorge of Samaria, or the turquoise waters of Balos Lagoon. Closer to town, you’ll find a series of accessible beaches like Agii Apostoli and Marathi, where calm, shallow waters are ideal for families. Food is another highlight of any visit to Chania. Local tavernas showcase Cretan cuisine at its best: extra‑virgin olive oil, fresh seafood, wild greens, and cheeses like graviera and mizithra. Don’t miss dakos (Cretan barley rusk salad), slow‑cooked lamb, or a glass of raki shared with friendly locals. Whether you’re wandering the backstreets, relaxing by the sea, or setting off into the mountains, Chania offers a rich blend of culture, nature, and authentic island charm.
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25 Aug
Transport from Thessaloniki (City) to Chania, Crete
Departure
Ryanair
Ryanair - FR 5335
Direct
7:15 AM
Thessaloniki Airport "Makedonia" (SKG)
1h 15m
8:30 AM
Souda (CHQ)
Value 1 handbag
25 Aug
Accommodation
5 Nights
Elia Daliani
8.9
Very good
216
Chania - At 0.2 km from the centreROOM ONLYDaliani 57 Old Town, Chania 73100
Two bedroom suite with balcony
With a stay at Elia Daliani in Chania (Chania Town), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Old Venetian Harbor and 9 minutes from Port of Souda. This guesthouse is 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from Agia Marina Beach and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Nea Chora Beach.

Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.

Make yourself at home in one of the 4 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.

Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include luggage storage and a safe deposit box at the front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
30 Aug
Transport from Chania, Crete to Thessaloniki (City)
Return
Olympic Airlines
Olympic Airlines - OA 577
Direct
8:15 AM
Souda (CHQ)
1h 10m
9:25 AM
Thessaloniki Airport "Makedonia" (SKG)
LIGHT 1 handbag
price per person From
654 €
Based on 2 adults
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Trip summary
2 Adults
Nights 5
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