Step into the timeless spirit of Crete on a private cultural and historical tour led by Apostolis Panigirakis, a professional historian and licensed tourist guide with a deep passion for uncovering the island’s hidden layers and local traditions.
Your journey begins off the tourist trail, winding through traditional villages in the hills of Chania, where cobbled alleys, stone-built homes, and unspoiled views tell the story of a Crete that time forgot. Along the way, explore a centuries-old Ottoman fortress, a symbol of the island’s turbulent past, and visit a remote monastery tucked away in the mountains — a sacred site shrouded in mystery, rarely seen by outsiders, and home to astonishing historical remains.
But the tour doesn’t stop there. Dive even deeper into Crete’s ancient roots with a guided visit to Aptera, one of the island’s most significant archaeological sites. Overlooking Souda Bay, Aptera was once a powerful city-state in classical and Roman times. Walk among Roman baths, cisterns, public buildings, and a well-preserved theater, as Apostolis brings to life the everyday realities and spiritual life of ancient Crete.
Highlights:
Discover authentic Cretan villages far from mass tourism
Visit a historic Ottoman fortress with sweeping views of the countryside
Explore a hidden mountain monastery with sacred relics and ruins
Take a guided tour of Aptera, Crete’s ancient city of Roman and Hellenistic glory
Learn about the island’s layered history, from antiquity to the Ottoman era
Led by Apostolis Panigirakis, licensed guide and historian for immersive storytelling
Perfect for history buffs, cultural explorers, and travelers craving a deeper, more meaningful connection to Crete’s enduring past.
This tour is available
throughout the year, in every season, and operates daily by request as a
regular tour or as a shore excursion from Souda Bay cruise harbour.
Whether
you’re visiting Crete in the height of summer or the quieter months of
winter, you can experience this deeply informative and moving historical
journey at a time that suits your travel plans. Private and small-group
bookings are welcome, with flexible scheduling to accommodate your
needs.
Contact me on WhatsApp at +306983705318 for further detail