• Region: Rethymno
  • Duration: 6-7 hours
  • Concept: cognitive, nature, marine, romantic
  • Tour days: daily
  • Travel style: private cruise
  • Places visited: Thodorou Island, Machairida Beach

The perfect combination for a cruise close to Chania. Have a tour around the rocky island of Thodorou with the beautiful areas for snorkeling and then head to a small sandy beach to enjoy swimming.

YACHT OPTIONS:

  • Alfamarine 58 (up to 10 pax.)
  • Dufin (up to 10 pax.)
  • Axopar 37 (up to 7 pax.)
  • Sea Ray Weekender 215 (up to 4 pax.)

Tour highlights:

  • Swim and snorkel in the turquoise waters of Crete
  • Explore the beautiful Machairida Bay
  • Visit the rocky island of Thodorou
  • Enjoy the comfort of a private motor yacht

How to prepare:

  • Beach clothes & dry clothes to change
  • Flip flops
  • Warm clothes (sometimes the sea breeze feels chilly)
  • Swimwear
  • Sun protection – sunglasses, sun hats, high SPF sun cream

*In case of pregnancy, any health issues, or disability please contact us to reconfirm if this tour is suitable for you.

Cancellation policy:

  • 24 hours or less: no refund
  • 48 hours or less: 50% cancellation fee
  • 96 hours or less: 25% cancellation fee
  • 96+ hours: full refund

*In an unfortunate case of prohibition of sails by Port Authorities, we try for rescheduling. If rescheduling is not possible either on our part or on our guests’ part, the prepaid amount is fully refunded.

9-10 AM:

Departure from the old port of Chania.

The perfect combination of destinations for a private, luxury cruise very close to Chania Port. Visit the rocky island of Thodorou, protected due to its unique collection of rare species of plants and animals, swim around it, and snorkel to discover the sea life or even a wreck of a German aircraft from WW2 which lies underneath.

Then move on to Machairida beach, to enjoy swimming and relaxing at a bay with golden sand surrounded by rocky formations. This cruise’s combination of places is perfect for guests who prefer to stay close to the Port, but still want to experience the luxury of a private cruise and to swim, snorkel, and relax.

4-5 PM:

Returning to the old port of Chania. End of the cruise.


  • 6-7-hour private yacht cruise
  • Professional captain and crew
  • Insurance
  • VAT
  • Fuel
  • Free WiFi
  • NETFLIX (for Alfamarine 58 & Dufin yacht)
  • Sound system & TV
  • Lunch
  • Open bar with wine, beers, and soft drinks
  • Towels
  • Snorkeling Gear
  • Transfer to the port and back
  • Diving with a trainer (optional)
  • Water Ski (optional)
  • Jet Ski (optional)
  • Flying Board (optional)
  • Underwater photography (optional)
  • Tubes and Water Toys (optional)

Important notes:

1. We always look at the weather conditions and try to build or change the route depending on the wind so that it is favorable. Therefore, it is never possible to say precisely in what order we visit each spot.

2. Kindly note that the itinerary and stops of a cruise may be subject to alterations without prior notice in case the conditions are not appropriate to sail.

3. Every vessel has its own menu, corresponding to each one’s specific kitchen facilities.

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