From Chania to Preveli Beach ANZAC Evacuation Battle of Crete Private tour with a professional historian tour guide.

Preveli WW2 Evacuation Private History Tour - Battle of Crete

Cruises & Sailing
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420 minutes
English

Explore the area of Rethymno, which also played a vital role during the Battle of Crete, both in the battlefield sector & during the evacuation of the troops towards Alexandria.

After a short while, we make a stop at Kourtaliotiko Gorge, a gorge of impeccable beauty, being used for the evacuation of the troops during the battle. Our historian tour guide explains hidden aspects of the Battle of Crete and WW2 in Greece.

After a while, we reach our main goal the Monastery of Preveli and the Palm Grove of Preveli which was used as an evacuating spot for the Allies during WW2. We make our way towards the artefacts of the monastery, and we understand its strategic spot, as well as learn about unknown myths and traditions of the Battle of Crete.

We continue having a lunch break in a tavern that treats us with traditional Cretan specialities and delicacies, before reaching the Australian War Memorial in the city of Rethymno, and the HILL A crucial to the Battle of Crete on Rethymno side.

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Preveli WW2 Evacuation Private History Tour - Battle of Crete

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FromNZD $398.22Per Person

What's included in Preveli WW2 Evacuation Private History Tour - Battle of Crete

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Itinerary

Rethymnon

Visit the picturesque gorge of Kourtaliotis - A must see gorge of stunning beauty with great significance on the retreat of the Allies. Our Historian Tourist Guide will explain the significance of the gorge to the Battle of Crete evacuation route on the second main port of Evacuation after the port of Sfakia, Preveli Paml Grove Beach.

The Holy Monastery of Preveli

Visit to the Monastery of Preveli - The monastery played a vital role helping the ANZAC Troops evacuate the island of Crete - Our historian and licensed tourist guide explains its great significance with documents and specific explanations. Rare historical archives will reinforce our point of you into WW2 and the Battle of Crete.

Admission Ticket Included

Rethymnon

Stop for a lunch in a traditional Cretan Tavern with Authentic Cretan Dishes (own expenses).

Inclusions

  • WiFi on board
  • Snacks
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Visit (pass) from a gorge of impeccable beauty - Photo stop opportunity in lush Cretan countryside
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional Licenced Historian Tour Guide - Licensed by the Greek Ministry of Tourism & Culture
  • Visit to Preveli Monastery - Explanation of its significance back in World War 2
  • Visit unknown churches and hills with great significance for the Battle of Crete in Rethimno
  • Private Transportation
  • Drinks and Lunch
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.

Additional Information

Our professional historian tour guide will be waiting for you at the hotel lobby 5 minutes before the start of the tour.

End Points

  • We return guests at the same place we picked them up after the private transfer to Imbros Gorge for Hiking and Frangokastello Beach

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Operator

Proper Cretan Guide