The jewel of

Cretan Sea

The jewel of Cretan Sea

Our Cruises

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Menies

Menies or Diktynna is located 45 km northwest of Chania, at the northeastern tip of Cape Rhodopou. It is a wonderful secluded beach with pebbles and deep clear blue waters. It is not affected by the usual winds of the area and it is an ideal destination for relaxation, far away from the urban centers. About 1 km southwest of the beach, there is the very old monastery of Agios Georgios. It was built in the 9th century but was abandoned after the constant raids of the pirates. A fortified tower of the 16th century in the precincts of the monastery, warned of the arrival of enemy or pirate ships. The Menies are located at the site of Ancient Diktynna. Diktynna was the most important sanctuary of the goddess Britomartis, who has been combined with the goddess Artemis, which received believers from all the widths and lengths of the island. Vritomartis was worshiped here in Hellenistic and Roman Era. There are still a few ruins from the ancient Roman temple, while the ruins of the Hellenistic temple are being sought.

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Macherida

The tiny beach of Macherida is located 14 km northeast of Chania and 1 km west of Chorafakia village, hidden in a rocky bay. The bay is bounded on the north by a knife-like promontory, hence and its name, surrounded by beautiful rocks. The waters here are deep and consequently clear while the currents also take care of their purity that change direction several times a day and don't let go easily garbage to approach.

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Chironisia

A small beach hidden in a rocky bay with no access to means of transport other than by boat. It is a wonderful secluded beach with pebbles and deep clear blue waters. It is not affected by the usual winds of the area and is an ideal destination for relaxation.

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Agioi Theodoroi or Theodorou

The large island was called in ancient times Akytos (which means unfit for residence) or Litoa, while it is also referred to as Toullouros. The Venetians referred to it as San Theodoro or San Todaro and in 1574 they decided to build a fortress on the island and strengthen it to prevent pirates and the Turks to invade Crete from the area of Platanias. Today, few ruins remain from the castles of the past, as well as from the small church of Agios Theodoros, which had been built on the island earlier. Today they protect the Cretan Goat from its own enemies, the hunters who would love to add the famous Kri-Kri, the ibex of Crete, in their trophies. The wild goats were brought to Thodorou from the mountains of Crete to be able to reproduce away from poachers and other dangers.

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Lazaretta

The islet of Lazaretta is located opposite Nea Chora and in the 17th century it was used by the Venetians as the leprosarium of Chania, as were the most islets of the cities of Crete. It is named after Lazarus, the patron saint of lepers from the Roman Catholic Church. They have identified graves, apparently of patients, while we can still distinguish the foundations of buildings demolished by the Turks in 1645 to place a large cannon to help attack the fort of Chania at the mouth of the port. In some places you will see metal fragments from bombs dropped during German military exercises during World War II. The island hosts a sanctuary of its own Agios Nikolaos which was built by a local in 1954.

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Balos Beach

Balos Beach is located 53 km from the city of Chania and it is formed between the Tigani peninsula and the western side of the cape of Gramvousa. One look is enough to realize that Balos is not simply a beach, but a masterpiece of nature. The white sand colors the crystal clear and shallow waters of Balos in all versions of light blue and blue and you have the opportunity to admire the steep shores of the cape of Gramvousa, to swim in the deep blue waters of Imeri Gramvousa island and visit its fortress.

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Gramvousa

Until the Venetians appeared in Crete and conquered it, it was called Korykos. From the middle of the 16th century onwards it is called Gramvousa. Its name comes from the Latin Garabuse and means cape outpost. One of the most famous islands of the liberation struggle from the Turkish occupation, it's also a mesmerizing sight if you're looking for a little bit of adventure.

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Gramvousa shipwreck

Special mention deserves to be made of the "lone ship" which floats around 100 meters from the coast of Imeri Gramvousa. In 1967 the Motorship sailed from Chalkida, with 440 tons of cement and destined for North Africa. After two stops at Ormos Diakofti of Kythira and on the south side of Imeri Gramvousa, the anchors broke, the ship "sat", the engine room filled with waters and the captain and crew dived into the water. The white sand colors the crystal clear and shallow waters of Gramvousa in all of them the light blue and blue versions.

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Stavros

This beach is Stavros beach in Chania. A great site which is located in a bay and around it hills rise that protect it from the winds. However, the rocky mass that stands directly opposite the beach reminds that the film was shot there. The movie Alexis Zorbas "Zorba the Greek" of 1964, directed by Michalis Kakogiannis with Anthony Quinn, Alan Bates. The film won three Oscars, the most important being the second Oscar female role for the performance of Lila Centrova, in the role of Madame Ordnance. The music of the film which was written and composed by Mikis Theodorakis, became universally known as "syrtaki".

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Seitan Limania

Seitan Limania are located on the northeast side of the peninsula Akrotiri in western Crete, 20 kilometers from the city of Chania. There, strips of sea penetrate between the steep rocky shores of Akrotiri creating small bays. The location is known as Seitan Limania or the beach of Stefanos Seitan. The word Seitan is Turkish, which apparently has remained from the period of Turkish rule in Crete, and is translated as Devil. Therefore, Seitan Limania are translated as Devil's Ports.

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Kalathas

Kalathas is only 10 km from Chania, which makes it one of the most popular destinations for those who want to pop off from the city center for a quick swim. Here are three relatively small beaches with thin golden sand.The one in the middle is the larger and the most popular. The southern beach is more beautiful and less crowded, while the last one is at the exit of a small stream and it is usually empty. The most recognizable feature of Kalathas is a small islet which is only 110 m from the beach and you can easily swim to it.

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Agiou to Aulaki

Avlaki gorge is located, near the monastery Gouverneto, 15km east of Chania city. It is one of the most important gorges in Crete with a particular religious value, as many monks and hermits found shelter in its caves. Inside the small canyon there is the deserted Katholiko monastery, one of the oldest monasteries in Crete; therefore, the gorge is also called Katholiko Gorge. The gorge is not accessible in all its length, but there is a paved path that starts from the Monastery Gouverneto. After 10' of walking, you will meet the Cave Arkoudiotissa with the ancient temple of Artemis. From there the trail becomes steeper and the scenery rougher. After 15 more minutes, you arrive at the abandoned monastery of Katholiko and the cave of Saint John the Hermit,who lived here. The cave is very deep (150m) and whoever wants to walk inside it must have a torch.

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Menies

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Macherida

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Chironisia

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Agioi Theodoroi or
Theodorou

The large islet was called in ancient times Akytos (which means unfit for residence) or Litoa, while it is also referred to as Toullouros. The Venetians referred to it as San Theodoro or San Todaro and in 1574 they decided to build a fortress on the island and strengthen it to prevent pirates and the Turks to invade Crete from the area of Platanias. Today, few ruins remain from the castles of the past, as well as from the small church of Agios Theodoros, which had been built on the island earlier. Today they protect the Cretan Goat from its own enemies, the famous Kri-Kri. The wild goats were brought to Theodorou from the mountains of Crete to be able to reproduce away from poachers and other dangers.

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Lazaretta

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Balos Beach

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Gramvousa

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Gramvousa Shipwreck

Special mention deserves to be made of the "lone ship" which floats around 100 meters from the coast of Imeri Gramvousa. In 1967 the Motorship sailed from Chalkida, with 440 tons of cement and destined for North Africa. After two stops at Ormos Diakofti of Kythira and on the south side of Imeri Gramvousa, the anchors broke, the engine room filled with waters and the captain and crew dived into the water. The white sand colors the crystal clear and shallow waters of Gramvousa in all of them the light blue and blue versions.

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Stavros

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Seitan Limania

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Kalathas

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Agiou to Aulaki

Tasteful Experience

Homemade kalitsounia

Traditional Cretan kalitsounia made from pure ingredients and the Cretan cheese, mizithra.

Bread and Breadsticks

Fresh bread and breadsticks baked at traditional Cretan bakeries.

Cretan Salad

Traditional Cretan salad with fresh ingredients such as tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, olive oil, feta cheese and olives from local producers.

Beef or chicken burger
with risotto

Burgers made from local ingredients, fresh herbs and olive oil. Risotto with corn, olive oil and fresh local ingredients.

Fruits

Fresh seasonal fruits from local producers.

Baguette

Fresh baguette with olive oil, yoghurt, turkey or ham, tomato and chips. All the ingredients are organic from local producers.

Experience memorable boat trips in Chania!

Our boat trips in Chania are ideal for families with children, for friends and for couples!
Anyone who desires comfort, privacy and luxury is welcome on board!
The experienced staff of Crown Cruises Crete will offer you unforgettable
sea experiences.

Our boat trips in Chania are ideal for families with children, for friends and for couples! Anyone who desires comfort, privacy and luxury is welcome on board! The experienced staff of Crown Cruises Crete will offer you unforgettable
sea experiences.

Organizing marriage proposal

Path to happiness

An unforgettable and at the same time romantic experience for your partner, is the marriage proposal on our boat with the sunset as a background

Activities

Choose your own course

If you are a sea activities lover our boat guarantees you fun. Both mind and body at their best.

About Crown Cruises

Our passion for the sea, our love for this
magnificent island and our family’s desire
to extend our warmest welcome to all travelers,
created Crown Cruises Crete.
Welcome on board!

Our passion for the sea, our love for this magnificent island and our family’s desire to extend our warmest welcome to all travelers, created Crown Cruises Crete. Welcome on board!

Crown Cruises Crete