boat hire in Heraklion · 8days-7nights Trip North Crete — Bavaria 45 Cruiser (2012)

With this 8days-7nights sailing trip you have the chance to explore the best part of North Crete,through both, sea and main land. Each day will sail in a different location, enjoy swimming in magnificent sea waters and discover the wild beauty of main land, as well as traditional way of life. Day 1 -16:30 Embarkation and few words about safety and security matters Day 2 -Trip starts around 10.00 for first destination, Agia Pelagia.Swim stop at Fylakes beach, which is a hidden beach, accessible mainly by sea with green clear waters. Lunch on board (included) and trip continues heading to Bali, a small village by the sea, where will spend the night.Free evening to walk around the village or even enjoy evening swimming on its sandy beach. Day 3 - Prepare for 3,5 hours sailing to reach Marathi beach which is close to Chania city.Reaching Marathi, will pass from small island Souda which is historical significance. Now is considered as NATO military zone, that’s why there are specific days which is accessible for the public. Swimming around the island though is not forbidden and this would be a perfect spot for a swim stop. At Marathi beach you can continue swimming and enjoying the sea, since its south orientation helps enjoy the sun until late evening. Opposite to Marathi beach, there is a rocky islet that you can reach even if you swim there. Its waters are famous for diving experiences. Day 4 - Sailing starts around 10.00 towards Chania. Could not miss the chance to visit by sea, famous Seitan Limania with three parallel narrow coves well protected from the waves. The most famous and magnificent beach of this area is called Stefanou beach. Next swim stop is small Thodorou island. After swimming , heading to Chania. The boat will anchor at the old port, which is right in the heart of the city. Enjoy your evening by exploring the old town of Chania, with its small alleys and the famous Venetian lighthouse. Day 5 - Some extra morning time to enjoy beautiful Chania city and buy your last souvenirs. Trip will start around 13.00 and sail 5 hours to Rethymno. As previous, the boat will anchor very close to city center, where you can either relax or discover the old, influenced by Venetians, town of Rethymno which is also architecturally interesting. Day 6 - Get prepared for one of the best hiking experience in Crete. Only 18km away from Rethymno, is the stunning, with dense vegetation and crossing river, Agios Antonios or Patsos Gorge. Gorge can be crossed with easy hiking and after 5km ( about one hour hiking) will reach the small church of Agios Antonios, which in ancient times used to be sacred cave dedicated to Kraneos Ermis(Hermes).At the end of this path, there is waterfall falling into the cave. Since, be close to nature helps to whet the appetite, tavern which is very close to Agios Antonios church is the best spot to taste traditional Cretan plates, only with local products. (lunch included).After this amazing experience in wild nature, the trip continues southern, for a swim stop in Plakias village with its endless sandy beach. Back to Rethymno where you can relax on board, or have a last walk or dinner in Rethymno city Day 7 - Begin to sail towards Heraklion. Swim stop in Dia island. Dia is a small island opposite Heraklion with turquoise, crystal clear waters, where you can enjoy snorkeling, swimming or just relax at the small bay of St. George. Lunch on board (included). During sunset will sail back to Heraklion, between orange and blue colours. Last sleepover on board in marina of Heraklion. Day 8 - 10:00 Disembarkation Included: skipper Fuel and boat’s insurance port fees 1 set of linen, 1 set of towels and one thin blanket per person transfer for excursion on the island on the 6th Day Three meals on board on Day 2 (Agia Pelagia), on Day 6 (Patsos gorge) and on Day 7 (Dia island) snorkeling equipment dinner reservations Unlimited Wifi water and electric facilities tender and outboard engine Not included: meals (except the above mentioned) supplies on board (we recommend to visit a super market on Day 1)