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SAIL AND SIGHTSEE: DISCOVER THE AKROTIRI PENINSULA AND SEITAN LIMANIA BAY
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SAIL AND SIGHTSEE: DISCOVER THE AKROTIRI PENINSULA AND SEITAN LIMANIA BAY
Chania, Crete, Greece
Experience Seekers
Journeys for Culture Lovers
About this experience
Highlights
- Visit the top attractions of the peninsula of Akrotiri
- Enjoy a private boat trip to spectacular Seitan Limania bay and swim in azure waters
- Let your destination angel enrich your adventure with insights and stories about the Cretan lifestyle
- Admire the tranquil beauty of the Monastery of Agia Triada & taste the olive oil and wine produced by the monks
- Relax on the famous Zorba’s beach at Stavros
- Savour delicious Cretan recipes in a scenic seaside taverna
Description
Enjoy a full day experience by exploring the attraction-rich peninsula of Akrotiri. Visit picturesque Seitan Limania bay by boat, the historic monastery of Agia Triada (Holy Trinity), and the beach of Stavros, which was made famous by Anthony Quinn in the film of Zorba the Greek.
We will set out first by private boat from Marathi Beach to encounter some of the tucked away delights of the rugged Apokoronas coastline – with the headline act being Seitan Limania bay. There, you will enjoy the clear turquoise waters from our boat, blissfully away from the crowds. Heading back to Marathi beach, our tour of discovery continues at the Agia Triada monastery, a Byzantine beauty commissioned by a powerful Venetian family in the 17th century.
Within its gorgeous gardens and museum are many eye-catching religious icons and codices waiting to be admired. The landmark monastery remains operational. Meanwhile, the monks still labour to produce the olive oil and wine that you’ll sample for yourself in the catacombs, as your local destination angel (and a monk) bring to life their traditional techniques. You are welcome to try and buy if you wish! Passing through local plantations, we will arrive at Stavros beach with plenty of time for a swim.
Stavros beach, where the finale of Zorba the Greek was famously filmed, is generally sheltered from rough sea conditions, making it perfect for bathing and especially safe for children. We will cap off our Akrotiri experience by enjoying Cretan ‘’mezedes’’ with a twist (different tastes that Greeks share on small plates) in a taverna by the sea, accompanied by local wine.
Experience Details
What is included
Your English speaking destination angel
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation by air conditioned vehicle
Entrance Fees
Wine and olive oil tasting
Drinks (wine, tripouro, bottled water)
Private boat trip
Lunch
What is not included
Gratuities
Personal expenses
Beverage/drinks other the ones mentioned
Things you need to know
General Terms and Conditions
General Terms and Conditions
Before proceeding with the final booking, customer has to agree on applicable terms and conditions
Payment terms
Payment terms
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Deadline for reservations
The latest deadline for submitting your booking request is 4 days before the desired date
Restrictions that might influence the operation
As per terms and conditions (extraordinary cancelations)
This experience is subject to weather conditions, (rain- strong winds)
Prepare for the experience
Know before you go
- It is important to know in advance if the guests have any food allergies/dietary requirements
- To enter the Monastery, it is compulsory for men to wear long pants and for women to wear a long skirt with their shoulders covered
- Good physical condition & sturdy and comfortable shoes are required
- Guests must be without heart, lungs or breathing health problems
- For any sailing activity: Full names of all participants and valid passports ID cards are required at the time of reservation
Starting time
09:00 am
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sun protection cream, hat and loose fitted clothing
- Swimming suit and your towel
NOT suitable
- Wheelchair users / People with mobility impairments
- Pregnant women
Meeting point
Your hotel, villa, yacht from any location / radius -15klm from Chania city centre