Chania Birthday Party
July 3rd and 4th, 2025
Calendar of Events
Thursday, July 3rd
Dinner at a traditional Cretan tavern. Details coming soon.
Friday, July 4th
Beach Party!!! Details coming soon.
Saturday, July 5th
Relax, chill, meet at the beach for those still on the island.
What to do
You can find placemarks for most of these activities on our map.
Spend the day on one of the many beaches of the island.
Elafonisi,
Falassarna,
Balos,
Gramvousa,
Menies,
Seitan Limania (closest to Chania in this list).
Hike or visit important landmarks.
Katholiko bay: Embark on a captivating 4.5 km hike through Crete’s Akrotiri Peninsula, starting at the historic Gouverneto Monastery, passing the intriguing Bear Cave, and culminating at the serene Katholiko Bay—a hidden gem featuring a stunning fjord and ancient monastic ruins.
Samaria Gorge: A bit further from Katholiko Bay, Samaria Gorge is the longest in Europe (total length 16km) and one of the most impressive gorges in Greece. It starts at an altitude of 1,230m, the path runs downhill, and ends at sea level. The route takes around six hours, so plan for the full day.
Visit the Minoan Palace of Knossos: The abode of King Minos is linked to the legacy of the Minotaur, Diadalos and Ikarus. The Minoan Palace of Knossos, an ancient 1,500-room palace which is also known as a labyrinth – dating back to 7,000 BC.
Getting to Chania
You can travel to Chania by plane or ferry.There are frequent flights from Athens and direct routes from many European cities.The ferry typically departs from Piraeus at 22:00 and arrives in Souda (Chania) at 06:30 the next morning. These ferries are spacious and offer cabins. For schedules, visit Ferryhopper. Once you find an itinerary, book directly through the ferry company to avoid extra fees and ensure flexibility.
Getting around in Chania
Getting around in Chania is easy. You can either walk to most places, or easily hail a cab on the street or through taxi apps (FREENOW recommended, UBER also available).Crete is a large island with many beautiful places to explore and I do recommend getting out of town to visit some of them. Given that there are not many reliable public transportation options, I recommend renting a car to make the most of your visit.
Map of Events and POIs*
*POIs: Points of Interest
Where to Stay
For first-time visitors, I recommend staying near the Old Venetian Port in Chania. It's a vibrant area with plenty of restaurants, bars, and shops, all set alongside historic landmarks. There are two small beach areas (Nea Chora, Koum Kapi) within walking distance.There are also many accommodation options around Chania for those who prefer to be closer to the beach or want larger places to stay.
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