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Finding a Private Tour Guide on Crete?

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I'm reaching out to this community because I'm planning trip to Crete and I'm on the lookout for a personal tour guide. I believe that exploring a new place is infinitely more enriching when you have the insights and stories that only a local can provide.

Does anyone have any recommendations for a tour guide in Crete? I'm looking for someone knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate about their homeland. It's important to me that the guide is not only familiar with the popular tourist spots but also those hidden gems that are off the beaten path.

If you've visited Crete and had a fantastic experience with a tour guide, I'd love to hear your stories. Additionally, if you're a local or know of any contacts in the area that could point me in the right direction, please feel free to share.

I've seen stuff online about how much fun people have on private tours, and I believe this to be the best option for my family.
 
One can easily tour Crete on their own, but to get a really fun and authentic experience with a local, I can recommend two tour companies in the Chania Prefecture: Wanderlust Tours Chania with Nicole - and - Crete Insiders with Nikos & Martina. You can check out their websites, but then I would encourage you to contact them directly for a more customized experience. Wanderlust is usually small group/van; Crete Insiders is private. Both companies are extremely reasonable for the experience that they offer.
 
Deborah said:
One can easily tour Crete on their own, but to get a really fun and authentic experience with a local, I can recommend two tour companies in the Chania Prefecture: Wanderlust Tours Chania with Nicole - and - Crete Insiders with Nikos & Martina. You can check out their websites, but then I would encourage you to contact them directly for a more customized experience. Wanderlust is usually small group/van; Crete Insiders is private. Both companies are extremely reasonable for the experience that they offer.
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I agree - I've been to Crete multiple times so at this point, I wouldn't need. But the first two trips or so, we hired people to take us around. This is a great recommendation, thank you!
 
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I'm reaching out to this community because I'm planning trip to Crete and I'm on the lookout for a personal tour guide. I believe that exploring a new place is infinitely more enriching when you have the insights and stories that only a local can provide.

Does anyone have any recommendations for a tour guide in Crete? I'm looking for someone knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate about their homeland. It's important to me that the guide is not only familiar with the popular tourist spots but also those hidden gems that are off the beaten path.

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I've seen stuff online about how much fun people have on private tours, and I believe this to be the best option for my family.

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