Secrets of Southern Crete: Paleochora to Paradise
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TRIP DURATION: Full Day/
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DEPARTURE: Paleochora/
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ROUTE: Paleochora - Sougia - Domata - Agios Pavlos Beach - Marmara - Loutro -
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TOUR DESCRIPTION
We start our 7h private boat tour from Paleochora to explore the beauty of the Southern coastline of Crete. We first visit Sougia, a small village famous for its long pebble beach, ice-cold water, and Lissos beach. Lissos is a small beach near the traditional Port of Sougia where you can see ruins of the ancient Lissos, the temple of Aklepios, and Agios Kirikos little church. We then sail along the coast to discover the south’s unique, secluded hidden treasures. Domata-with its gray sand untrodden beach, Agios Pavlos with its divine Byzantine chapel, and Marmara with its huge smooth and soft white rocks creating caves to swim in. These beaches are accessible only by boat or hiking the famous E4 European path. Our last stop will be the renowned fishing village, Loutro, to take pictures as souvenirs, taste some local delicacies and explore the place. So get ready for an adventure in the Southwest of Crete.
Free snorkeling supplies (upon request), drinks, and snacks
Suggested starting time: 9.30 a.m.
ITINERARY
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15'
Paleochora: pick-up time: 9.30
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Gialiskari: arrival time: 9.35, stop: sail by
Sightseeings:15'Gialiskari -
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Lissos: arrival time: 9.50, stop: 30′
Sightseeings:10'Lissos -
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Sougia: arrival time: 10.30, stop: sail by
Sightseeings:20'Sougia -
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Trypiti: arrival time: 10.50, stop: 30′
Sightseeings:15'Trypiti -
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Domata: arrival time: 11.35, stop: 1h
Sightseeings:5'Domata Beach, hidden Cave -
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Kalogeros: arrival time: 12.40, stop: 30’
Sightseeings:5'Kalogeros Beach -
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Agia Roumeli: arrival time: 13.15, stop: sail by (5′)
Sightseeings:5'Agia Roumeli -
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Agios Pavlos Beach: arrival time: 13.25, stop: 30’
Sightseeings:10'Agios Pavlos Beach -
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Marmara: arrival time: 14.05, stop: 30’
Sightseeings:5'Marmara Beach -
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Loutro: arrival time: 14.40, stop: 45’
Sightseeings:1hLoutro -
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Paleochora: drop-off time: 16.30 – 17.00
*The schedule may change depending on weather conditions and your specific needs.
* As we customize your trip to your needs, you can choose how to spend your time on this beautiful Island or build your itinerary with us!
INFORMATION
USEFUL INFORMATION
- Duration: 7-8 hours
- Travel distance: 46 n.m
- Start time: 9.00 -10.00
- Languages: Greek – English
- Number of travelers: 1-9 (per boat)
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
- Boat
- Fuel
- Skipper
DEPARTURE & RETURN LOCATION
The boat departs and returns to the exact location in the Port of Paleochora: SEAze The Day
WHAT IS OFFERED ON BOARD
- Soft drinks, water, beers, light lunch
- Snorkelling equipment (upon request)
WHAT YOU CAN REQUEST
- Traditional Cretan Meal or Barbeque on board (fish – meat)
- Fishing Equipment and fishing guide
- Drone, GoPro, Photographer
- Special Requests (boat relocation, tour extension)
- Transfer to and from the Port
FAQ
The price of this full-day private boat tour which starts from Paleochora to explore the beaches of South Crete, starts from 1000 euros with a 6-7 meters motorboat (RIB) and goes up to 1650 euros per group (1-9 persons) with an 11m Luxury Cabin RIB.
The price depends on boat size, the number of people in your private group, and the selected extras.
You can check our prices by requesting a quote via email, WhatsApp, or phone.
The typical schedule of our boat trip:
- Paleochora pick-up time:9.30 a.m.
- Palaiochora – Gialiskari cruising time: 5′
- Gialiskari, arrival time: 9.35, stop: sail by
- Gialiskari – Lissos cruising time: 15’
- Lissos arrival time: 9.50, stop: 30′
- Lissos – Sougia cruising time: 10′
- Sougia arrival time: 10.30, stop: sail by
- Sougia -Trypiti: cruising time: 20′
- Trypiti arrival time:10.50, stop 30′
- Trypiti – Domata cruising time:15.’
- Domata arrival time:11.35, stop 1 hour
- Domata – Kalogeros beach cruising time: 5′
- Kalogeros beach arrival time:12.40, stop:30’
- Kalogeros beach – Agia Roumeli cruising time: 5′
- Agia Roumeli arrival time: 13.15, stop: sail by (5′)
- Agia Roumeli – Agios Pavlos cruising time:5′
- Agios Pavlos arrival time:13.25, stop 30’
- Agios Pavlos – Marmara cruising time: 10’
- Marmara arrival time:14.05, stop 30’
- Marmara – Loutro cruising time: 5’
- Loutro arrival time:14.40, stop 45’
- Loutro – Paleoochora cruising time:1h
- Paleochora drop-off time: 16.30 -17.00
*The schedule may change depending on weather conditions and your specific needs.
*We may skip some stops and sail by if you want to spend more time at some of these beaches or villages.
If your group is larger than our maximum boat capacity, we can arrange a second boat to accommodate your group. The boats sail and tie together, so the group does not split. While docked, you can go from one vessel to the other. Ask us about the alternative options.
If your hotel or villa is near Chania City, it takes approximately 1.5 h to drive to Paleochora.
Day 1: Paleochora -Sougia -Trypiti -Domata – Agia Roumeli -Agios Pavlos -Marmara- Loutro, 7 h trip
Day 2: Paleochora -Gavdos Island
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Paleochora – Elafonisi -Kedrodasos -Falasarna -Balos -Gramvousa – Menies -Chania (one-way route)
Our company does not offer transportation services. However, we can arrange a one-way or round-trip taxi/minivan service for your transfer to and from the departure point at an additional cost.
The boat can anchor 30-40 meters away from the private beaches. It must go farther due to swimmers in the area or shallow rocky waters. The water depth will be 5-8m, and you can swim to the beach or relax on our vessel while enjoying the fantastic view. In the villages such as Agia Roumeli, Sougia, Marmara, and Loutro, the boat can dock at the small Marinas.
Between June 15 and September 10, bring your Beachwear, Towels, and Sunscreen Hat. Remember to bring a wind jacket if you book a trip earlier than June 15. The average (low-high) temperature in the Summer (June -August) in Crete is 20-33 degrees, usually without clouds.
For the months of April, May, June (1st half), September (second half), and October, the average temperature may vary between 18-28 degrees. Bring a long-sleeved shirt or a wind -jacket in case of cloudy weather, rain, or a late return to the Port.
We can stop* in Agia Roumeli, Marmara, or Loutro and eat at a traditional tavern. However, be aware that we have to book a table during the high season.
You can also choose to have lunch on board or ask us about having a barbeque on board.
*In case of stopping to have lunch, there will be some changes to the boat tour itinerary.
All pets are allowed on board under your supervision.
- In the chance of inconvenient weather conditions, there will be the following options:
- SEAze The Day will postpone the date.
- Change the departure and return point accordingly upon arrangement with the guest.
- If none of the two options above are feasible for the client, SEAze The Day shall refund the deposit amount.
- In the event of cancellation more than 10 days before the date of the boat trip, the guest shall receive the 50% of the deposit.
- In the event of notifying us about the cancellation less than 10 days before the date of the boat trip, SEAze The Day shall keep the entire deposit.
We require a 20% deposit for a booking. The remaining balance is paid upon arrival at the Port before the boat departs.
You can book through our online booking system, through email or whats app message, or call us directly for a reservation.
All our boats have portable fire extinguishers, a first aid kit, flares, a floating anchor, a spare boat engine or two main engines, a depth sounder, and a geodetic tracking system (GPS tracker). Also, our staff is highly trained in emergencies, following a specific safety protocol.
There are no health restrictions, but please notify us if you have children under the age of 4, if you have a pregnant person in your group, if you have any allergies, or if a person with disabilities.
- Rigid Inflatable boats, length: 6-7 m, capacity:1-5 travelers, open deck
- Rigid inflatable boats, length: 9-11m, capacity: 1-9 travelers, open deck
- Luxury cabin RIBs, length: 10-12m, capacity: 1-7 travelers*
*the boats can accommodate up to 9 travelers upon request
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