Had plenty of time in all of the locations which is always a worry but they gave us at least 90 minutes and usually more. This is exactly as advertised- transportation on an air conditioned coach bus with fun facts between stops and then free time at each location. The one thing that was frustrating was pick up and drop off. We walked 5 minutes (no big deal) to a van in the morning that took us to another spot to then wait at least 30 minutes for our actual bus. This was not communicated prior that we’d have to switch. Then on the way home they dropped us somewhere else to get on another mini van that dropped us at the hotel. Wasn’t the end of the world but a bit frustrating to have to transfer so much, especially when we’re already 2 hours later to getting home than was advertised as the trip time.

Overall, a nice opportunity to get to know a few places worth seeing on the island. The nice tour guide spoke perfect English and German. Before doing so, you should find out where your own hotel is compared to the places you visit. We sat on the bus for over 2 1/2 hours before we could visit the first city. Get your Guide promotes the tour with a 5-hour bus ride. Unfortunately, that didn't quite work out for us. Ratio by bus (from Malia), visiting the two cities and the lake: 8 hours by bus and 5 hours of sightseeing

Great trip. The tour guide provided a lot of information about the island and its inhabitants. The cities of Chania, Rethymno and the lake were very interesting. The stay makes you want to visit the cities again. Because of Corona, there were high hygiene regulations on the bus (fever measurement, disinfecting hands).