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What you will visit:

Chania Old Town
The fascinating Old Town area of Chania winds its graceful way from the ancient Venetian port through meandering streets and alleys lined with cafes, shops and museums. The area, occupied since Neolithic times, was a hub during the height of the Minoan dynasty and has been the home to the Byzantine, Venetian and Ottoman empires. Exquisite examples of architectural styles through the ages are around every corner of this fascinating town-from the harbor's imposing lighthouse through the winding streets of the Jewish and Topanas quarters to the ancient Minoan area of Kydonia.

The Botanical Gardens of Crete
The 200-square-kilometer grounds of this tranquil botanical garden oasis just outside of Chania invite visitors to explore garden pathways that lead to an abundance of spectacular flora and fauna. This well-designed planted hillside blooms with tropical and subtropical species from across the globe. With colorful butterflies flitting from the fruit-bearing trees and exotic wild birds nested in the branches of rare species of vegetation, you'll be dazzled by water features, a sparkling lake and dramatic scenery composed of rare flora and fauna. With new samples added daily, the environment of the gardens is an ever-changing interplay of color and sunlight.

What you will see along the way:
With its colorful buildings and ancient landmarks, Chania's Old Town makes for an unusual and eye-catching atmosphere in which to stroll. Your guided walking tour showcases such important sites as the magnificent Venetian fortifications, the Arsenals, the Greek Orthodox cathedral, the Roman Catholic cathedral, and the old Jewish and Turkish quarters found behind the harbor. Gain an understanding of how the city's multifaceted history has unfolded.

Lunch:
A lovely light lunch is served at the botanical gardens. A cooking demonstration showcases the wonderful natural ingredients used in Cretan cuisine.

Shopping:
Poke around tiny shops laden with curios, apparel, jewelry and Cretan artwork in Chania's Old Town.