Akrotiri Peninsula & Monasteries

Private Tour – Chania 8

Our tour begins at the historic site where the tombs of the Venizelos family are located, also well known for the magnificent panoramic view over the whole city of Chania. We leave to touch the roots of Orthodoxy in Crete by visiting the Monastery of the Holy Trinity, a monastery built in the 17th century by the Venetians. The next stop is a literal travel in time as we walk the same paths that the first monks at the Gouverneto Monastery walked 500 years ago. This is a monastery built literally inside a rock! We complete our tour with a dive into the turquoise waters of Loutraki or Marathi beach.

Itinerary

  • Start of your tour!

    Pick up from your Hotel at 09:00.

  • Venizelos’ Graves

    A site where you can enjoy a panoramic view of Chania, the imposing White Mountains, the Cretan Sea and the town of Chania. The tiny church at the park is very popular amongst locals for weddings, baptisms or just to light a candle.

  • Holy Trinity Monastery

    The Agia Triada Monastery, also known as the Monastery of Agia Triada Tzagaroli, is a beautiful monastery located on the Akrotiri Peninsula. It is surrounded by a high wall and has well-preserved buildings, including the main church, a dining hall, and monk cells. It is known for its impressive collection of icons and religious artifacts.

  • Gouverneto Monastery

    Dated to 1537, the monastery of Gouverneto is a Venetian style fortress with towers at each end with Baroque influences added later, being one of the oldest monasteries in Crete!

  • Free time at the beach

    Enjoy a swim in the crystal clear waters of Akrotiri Peninsula at one of the suggested options!

  • Return to your Hotel

    Around 15:30 you will be back at your hotel.