Embark on a private WW2 tour of Crete, exploring historic airborne attack sites. Learn about the first airborne-only attack in history and delve into the details of the Battle of Crete. Customize the tour to focus on specific units or nationalities. Don’t forget to bring a USB stick to load fascinating reports, books, diaries, maps, and photos!
Embark on a private WW2 tour of Crete, exploring historic airborne attack sites. Learn about the first airborne-only attack in history and delve into the details of the Battle of Crete. Customize the tour to focus on specific units or nationalities. Don’t forget to bring a USB stick to load fascinating reports, books, diaries, maps, and photos!
- Souda Bay War Cemetery - In the Commonwealth Cemetery lie the allied soldiers who perished in the Battle of Crete. We will walk around the graves and tell you stories. We will also visit the nearby 42nd street memorial, where a bayonet charge took place.
- German Military Cemetery - Will visit the German Cemetery located on the strategic hill…
- Souda Bay War Cemetery - In the Commonwealth Cemetery lie the allied soldiers who perished in the Battle of Crete. We will walk around the graves and tell you stories. We will also visit the nearby 42nd street memorial, where a bayonet charge took place.
- German Military Cemetery - Will visit the German Cemetery located on the strategic hill 107 overlooking Maleme airfield, and how the battle developed. Will make a quick stop next to Maleme airfield (its still a military area and access is forbidden). We will walk to the allied headquarters on top of hill 107 with nice views of the area.
- Tavronitis Bridge - Tavronitis Bridge played a vital role during the Battle of Crete and it was one of the Germans primary targets during their assault on Crete. Close to there we will also pay a visit to the RAF Memorial dedicated to the RAF pilots that fell during the battle.
- Galatas - We will visit the Greek-New Zealand memorial at Galatas village main square, will talk about the battle there and will visit one of the best WW2. We will also visit the Welch memorial.
- Alikianos Memorial - We will visit Agia Prison valley, where the Greek units were stationed. Will see Agia Prison, which used to be a hospital during the battle and a prison during the occupation where hundreds of Greeks were executed.
- Private transportation
- Guided tour of WW2 Memorials in Chania
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
- Guided tour of WW2 Memorials in Chania
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Lunch
This is an exclusive tour utilizing a 7-seater van, which can accommodate up to 6 guests (the cost covers 6 individuals). We’ll uncover the narratives and locales linked to the first airborne-only assault in history, namely The Battle of Crete - a distinguished event as it marked the initial raid in records to be exclusively executed by airborne…
This is an exclusive tour utilizing a 7-seater van, which can accommodate up to 6 guests (the cost covers 6 individuals). We’ll uncover the narratives and locales linked to the first airborne-only assault in history, namely The Battle of Crete - a distinguished event as it marked the initial raid in records to be exclusively executed by airborne divisions! This was a combat event where opponents received minimal assistance from their distant bases. Throughout this tour, we’ll thoroughly cover the Battle of Crete in regards to resources, units, strengths and weaknesses, defensive and offensive strategies, the evolution of the battle and various anecdotes! We have the flexibility to concentrate on specific units, nationalities or any interest of your choice, and modify the tour accordingly. We’ll be touring the primary conflict sites in western Crete at Maleme and Galatas, two burial grounds, a remarkable collection of artifacts from the battle and a handful of Memorials. Please carry a 10GB USB stick to receive some reports, books, diaries, maps and photos related to the Battle of Crete!
- In case of traveller’s serious health problems or other medical concerns please notify us
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.