Marathi Beach
Two small sandy beaches by a fishing harbour on Souda bay, with fish tavernas.
Sandy beaches · Chania







From Chania, we head eastwards to start our day tour of the Akrotiri peninsula. Our first stop is the small, secluded, sandy beach of Macherida. The beach is named after the wild gladioli (Gladiolus italicus) that grow in the fields behind the beach during the spring.
We then continue towards the sandy, protected beach of Stavros, well-known from the film “Zorba the Greek”. After a swim (and maybe a dance?) we jump onboard and circle the north side of the headland stopping at the narrow creek of Katholiko, at the mouth of the narrow and impressive gorge.. the deep blue sea invites us to cool off! Next up, is Seitan Limani beach, where we enjoy the crystal, turquoise waters from our boat, away from the crowds.
Not far away, we come to Marathi island and beach, a wonderful place to stop for lunch. In the afternoon, we make our way back to the old harbour of Chania, if we´re lucky, we might see turtles!
Two small sandy beaches by a fishing harbour on Souda bay, with fish tavernas.
Sandy beaches · Chania
A small sandy bay on Souda bay, sheltered by rocky hills and very calm.
Sandy beaches · Apokoronas
A Venetian fort on an islet in Souda Bay.
Forts & castles · Apokoronas
An Ottoman fortress over Souda Bay.
Forts & castles · Apokoronas
A long sandy beach near Kalyves where the river keeps the water refreshingly cool.
Sandy beaches · Apokoronas
A seaside village on Souda Bay.
All villages & towns · Apokoronas
An Ottoman fort by Ancient Aptera.
Forts & castles · Apokoronas
An ancient city with a theatre and Roman cisterns.
Archaeological sites · Apokoronas
A dramatic zig-zag cove squeezed between sheer cliffs on the Akrotiri peninsula.
Secluded coves · Chania
A family resort with a long beach.
All villages & towns · Apokoronas
A sheltered sandy beach on Souda bay with shallow water and a relaxed village.
Sandy beaches · Apokoronas
Two small sandy bays in a friendly village in Apokoronas, with shallow water.
Sandy beaches · Apokoronas
Seaside village in Apokoronas, about 20 km from Chania.
All villages & towns · Apokoronas
Our first stop will be Stavros beach a sandy & protected bay , well-known from the film “Zorba the Greek”
20 minutesAfter a swim (and maybe a dance?) we jump onboard and circle the north side of the headland stopping at the narrow creek of Katholiko, at the mouth of the narrow and impressive gorge.. the deep blue sea invites us to cool off!
30 minutesNext up, is Seitan Limani beach, where we enjoy the crystal, turquoise waters from our boat, away from the crowds.
1 hourNot far away, we come to Marathi island and beach, a wonderful place to stop for lunch. In the afternoon, we make our way back to the old harbour of Chania, if we´re lucky, we might see turtles!
furthermore we might stop to some more bays in order to enjoy a swimm
Our boat will be docked right opposite of Taverna Apostolis, there is a parking area 2 minutes walking from our boats. if you are using a taxi ask them to let you to Chania Sailing Club.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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