SOUDA CRUISE

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Souda Bay

Souda is the most important ferry and naval port of Chania. It is one of the deepest natural harbors in the Mediterranean. The bay is overlooked on both sides by hills, with a relatively low and narrow isthmus in the west near Chania. Near the mouth of Souda bay, between the Akrotiri Peninsula and the town of Kalives, there is a group of small islands with Venetian fortifications which were built in the 15th century. The island of Souda is not only famous for the James Bond movie “For Your Eyes Only” that was filmed on it but also for its history as it was the last place that remained free when Crete was invaded and also it was the first place where the Greek Flag was raised after Crete unified with Greece.

The Cruise Cruise

The cruise starts from the Marine Sports Centre of Souda. The vessel departs and moves to the historic Graveyard of Souda, a monument from the 1st world war inmemony to the people that helped Crete to free from invaders. After that, the vessel moves to the exit of the Gulf passing by through the historic and legendary islet of Souda with is located at the entrance of the Gulf.

The first stop is the beach of Almirida where we anchor. You will have time to enjoy a morning swim in the beautiful refreshing waters of the area. After the refreshing swim, the vessel heads to the caves of Cape Drepano, which the sea waves have hewed as a sculpture.  The caves size allows the ship to enter inside them and give you the chance to watch the “miracle” of what nature has created, to enjoy the view and also to get some pictures or video.

After this primitive and unique experience, the ship heads to the beach of Marathi, where you will have plenty of time to enjoy this beautiful sandy and sunny beach but also to visit the monuments of the area. On the way back, the vessel passes extremely close from the islet of Souda where you can take pictures and also listen to the islands history.

Please note that Rubbish disposal  apart from the designated areas is strictly prohibited

The vessel moors at Marathi Port where you can have lunch in the restaurants of the area