2 Cruise ExperiencesPremium day cruise & sunset cruise
Theodorou IslandSwim and relax in the waters around Chania
From Chania Old PortEasy departure from the historic Venetian harbour
Food & Drinks IncludedPremium: Breakfast, lunch & fruit
Sunset: Cheese, sushi & fruit

PRIVATE CRUISES — FLEXIBLE CANCELLATION

Cancel your private cruise up to 72 hours before departure for a full refund. Shared cruises: free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure.
PRIVATE 72H · GROUP 48H
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Your Chania Sailing Experience

Choose your way to experience the Cretan coast — a full day at sea or an unforgettable sunset cruise.

Ready to book from Chania Old Port?

Start with the day cruise if you want the strongest city-port answer, or move straight into sunset if you already know the evening format fits your trip better.

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How To Choose

Experience Chania from the Sea

Comfortable sailing catamarans, beautiful waters, delicious food and time to truly unwind.

With years of experience on the Cretan coast, we create relaxed sailing experiences where every detail is designed for a memorable day at sea.

Full-day escape or romantic sunset — choose your way to sail.

Guest enjoying the sea aboard a Chania catamaran
Chania Experience Chania from the Sea

GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU SAIL

Dietary Requests

Vegan, vegetarian or other dietary needs?

Let us know in advance so our chef can prepare a suitable portion for you.

Children Are Welcome

All ages are welcome on board.

Bring the whole family and enjoy a relaxed day at sea together.

Parking Near the Port

Arriving by car? Plan a little ahead.

Street parking and nearby parking options are available around Chania Old Port. As availability can vary, we recommend arriving a little earlier to allow enough time to park and reach the meeting point comfortably.

What to Bring

Keep it simple.

Bring your swimwear, towel, sunscreen and a hat — and we’ll take care of the rest. Forgot your towel? You can also purchase one on board for €10.

Celebrate With Us

Birthday, anniversary or a special occasion?

Tell our Operations Team or crew in advance, and we’ll be happy to make your celebration a little more special.

Fast Decision Paths

For Chania Old Port, choose the day shape first.

Use these paths to narrow by departure base, timing, and cruise mood.

You want the fuller harbor departure

Choose the Chania day cruise if you want the longest city-based format and the harbor departure itself is part of the value.

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You want golden hour from the port

Choose the Chania sunset cruise if you want the harbor setting in a shorter late-day format.

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You are still split with Kolymvari or Kissamos

Use the linked comparisons if you are choosing among ports instead of choosing among Chania Old Port products.

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More Atmosphere

More of the onboard atmosphere

A few more real moments from DanEri sailings, so the collection stays visual as well as practical.

Fresh food on board
Chania Fresh food on board

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Sailing at golden hour
Chania Sailing at golden hour

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Fun in the water
Chania Fun in the water

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Chania lighthouse
Chania Chania lighthouse

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The Venetian harbour from the sea
Chania The Venetian harbour from the sea

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The Chania waterfront
Chania The Chania waterfront

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Historic Chania Old Port
Chania Historic Chania Old Port

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FAQ

Questions Guests Commonly Ask Before Booking

These questions help with the bigger booking choice before you pick a specific sailing.

Guests staying in Chania town or travelers who care about the Venetian-harbor setting usually get the most value from Chania Old Port.

It shares the same city-port feeling but it serves a different intent. The sunset sailing is for guests who want the atmosphere in a smaller evening block.

When Balos and Gramvousa are still the real route you want. At that point Kissamos is the more useful port page than forcing a Chania Old Port comparison.

Start with the port that keeps your day and transfers simplest unless a specific route is the main reason you are booking. If the choice is still close, use the linked guide and nearby cruise hubs before committing.

Choose the longer cruise when the sailing is one of the headline experiences of your trip. Choose the shorter format when you want premium time on the water without shaping the whole day around it.