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Offered languages
- German
- English
Discover the Battle of Crete (Operation Mercury) and the History of World War II with a professional historian Tour Guide. Step on the Battlefields of the battle, see historical landmarks, visit abandoned German and ANZAC bunkers and explore the various aspects of the battle of Crete through rare photos and historical archives on this private full-day tour.
This tour is all about the history of the Battle, and allows you to see villages, battle sites and places of great historical significance: Trust our historian's expertise in modern history and explore Crete, the proper way!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please wait at your hotel's lobby for our guide. Our professional historian tour guide will be there shortly to start your private full-day tour of the Battle of Crete.
Itinerary
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1
Pay a visit to the airport of Maleme, which was the main objective of the Battle of Crete. Understand the geology of the battlefield, as well as the positions of German team Comet and the defensive positions of the allies.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2
Visit the historic and intact bridge, over the river of Tavronitis. Learn about the first days of the battle, the tragic mistakes of the allies, and the significance of this living monument for the Battle of Crete. Our professional Historian tour guide shows you the real history of the battle of Crete (Operation Mercury) using rare historical archives and research books.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
Pay a visit and our respect to the fallen German soldiers and paratroopers over the German War Cemetery in Hill 107. Time free to discuss and visit the information room of the museum.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4
Visit an abandoned German Bunker of the Battle of Crete in an undisclosed location with impeccable and astonishing views.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Visit a one-of-a-kind series of tunnels dating back to WW2. Learn about the forced labour the Germans forced local people after the occupation of the island, and discover many rare historical finds of the Battle of Crete war era.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
6Chania Town
Half-hour drive to visit a battlefield of great historical significance and the toll the ANZAC's paid during the fierce battles during Operation Mercury.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
7Chania Town
Coffee Break/ Sightseeing Stop in one of the most strategic places of the battle of Crete in the Chania Sector (Team Mars), overlooking Souda Bay area.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
8
Visit and pay our respects to the fallen allies that fought in the Battle of Crete. Pay our respects to the ANZAC's that lost their lives during the Battle of Crete and Occupation and discover the impeccable beauty and the strategic significance of Souda Bay area.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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