{"id":175,"date":"2024-03-04T15:50:31","date_gmt":"2024-03-04T15:50:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/adventure-tours.themedelight.com\/?post_type=product&#038;p=112"},"modified":"2025-12-03T09:32:32","modified_gmt":"2025-12-03T09:32:32","slug":"week-end-crete-la-canee-venitienne","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/en\/tours\/week-end-crete-la-canee-venitienne\/","title":{"rendered":"CRETE VENITIAN CHANIA WEEK-END &#8211; 4 DAYS (from 4) B&#038;B"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Historical and Cultural Getaway to Chania<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1309 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/image12-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/image12-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/image12-180x120.jpeg 180w, https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/image12-360x240.jpeg 360w, https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/image12.jpeg 469w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>4 days\/3 nights exploring Chania, a city of exceptional cultural and historical interest, which remains vibrant year-round (bars, tavernas, exhibitions, etc.).<\/p>\n<p>A getaway to discover the historical and cultural heritage of Chania&#8217;s Old Town and its surroundings: beautiful monuments steeped in history and the unspoiled natural surroundings (sea, beaches, hills, mountains) encircling the city.<\/p>\n<p>Chania, or &#8216;Hania&#8217; in Greek, is the most picturesque city in Crete, with a remarkably well-preserved historic center. Its foundation dates back to the Minoan era, and traces of the successive Byzantine, Venetian, and Ottoman periods are visible throughout the city.<\/p>\n<p>Chania, a charming city with diverse architecture that blends East and West: ancient ramparts, an old port lined with Venetian-style houses, churches and basilicas, monasteries, a few minarets, and an impressive market all contribute to its uniquely Eastern atmosphere. A city perfect for strolling through its narrow streets bursting with flowers and vibrant colors!<\/p>\n<p><strong>ACCOMMODATION<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Accommodation in a charming, quiet 3-star hotel with sea views overlooking Chania (10 minutes by car or bus from the city center) or in a luxurious suite within the city walls, in the heart of the old town.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2735\" src=\"http:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1_9.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"292\" height=\"137\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1_9.jpg 710w, https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1_9-300x141.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1_9-600x281.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>ITINERARY<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>DAY 1<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Arrival in Chania<\/p>\n<p>Rental car at the airport<\/p>\n<p>Check-in at the hotel<\/p>\n<p>Evening and stroll around the old Venetian port;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2073\" src=\"http:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/LaCaneeport3OC.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"286\" height=\"161\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>DAY 2<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Free time: Explore the old city of Chania on foot, including its port, Venetian arsenals, and imposing lighthouse. Stroll through its picturesque alleyways. Visit the archaeological, Byzantine, and maritime museums.<\/p>\n<p>Guided tours (optional): A guide is available for your visit to Chania and to discover the city&#8217;s contemporary art galleries. The guide can also offer you an evening of gourmet food in a taverna with singers and traditional Cretan music (see options and prices in the Activities section of the website).<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1343\" src=\"http:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/image46.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"294\" height=\"165\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>DAY 3<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Free time: Excursion to the Akrotiri peninsula, east of Chania, panoramic view of Chania from the Tomb of Venizelos, and a swim in the Stavros lagoon, where the film Zorba the Greek with Anthony Quinn was filmed. You can then visit the monasteries of Agia Triada and Gouverneto.<\/p>\n<p>Guided tours (optional): A guide is available for visiting the ancient site of Aptera and the two remarkable 16th and 17th-century Orthodox monasteries of Agia Triada and Gouverneto (see options and prices in the Activities section of the website).<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1323\" src=\"http:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/image26-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"280\" height=\"186\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/image26-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/image26-768x513.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/image26-531x354.jpeg 531w, https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/image26-600x401.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/image26-180x120.jpeg 180w, https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/image26.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 280px) 100vw, 280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>DAY 4<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Departure Day<\/p>\n<p>Rental car drop-off at the airport.<\/p>\n<p><strong>THIS PRICE INCLUDES:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A Category A car at your arrival airport in Chania or Heraklion (full insurance optional).<\/p>\n<p>Accommodation with breakfast in a charming 3-star hotel with a terrace and sea view, 10 minutes from Chania (optional 4-star Boutique Suite in the city center + \u20ac280 per person).<\/p>\n<p>A road book highlighting the most important sites to visit and the best tavernas.<\/p>\n<p>IMPORTANT: This price is for a minimum of 4 adults (over 12 years old). Add 25% if only 2 adults. For peak season (July, August, September), a 20% surcharge applies. Book your stay as far in advance as possible.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2083\" src=\"http:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/33420838741_42980a33e4_b-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"275\" height=\"183\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/33420838741_42980a33e4_b-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/33420838741_42980a33e4_b-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/33420838741_42980a33e4_b.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/33420838741_42980a33e4_b-531x354.jpg 531w, https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/33420838741_42980a33e4_b-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/33420838741_42980a33e4_b-180x120.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 275px) 100vw, 275px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>THIS PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Round-trip flight France &#8211; Chania<\/p>\n<p>Entrance fees to museums, sites, and monasteries, and optional guides.<\/p>\n<p>Meals and drinks during your stay.<\/p>\n<p>Tourist tax payable at the hotel (\u20ac3 per day per room).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Contact : + 33 (0) 9 83 20 00 15<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":2160,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_cat":[31],"product_tag":[],"translation":{"provider":"WPGlobus","version":"2.8.1","language":"en","enabled_languages":["fr","en"],"languages":{"fr":{"title":true,"content":true,"excerpt":true},"en":{"title":true,"content":true,"excerpt":false}}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/175"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=175"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2160"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=175"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=175"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.soleil-de-crete.fr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=175"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}