{"id":7966,"date":"2021-12-27T06:21:24","date_gmt":"2021-12-27T11:21:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelvibe.net\/?p=7966"},"modified":"2021-12-27T06:21:28","modified_gmt":"2021-12-27T11:21:28","slug":"boat-rental-in-chania","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travelvibe.net\/boat-rental-in-chania\/","title":{"rendered":"Boat Rental In Chania: Chania Boat Itinerary Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6611768f2d366\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6611768f2d366\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/travelvibe.net\/boat-rental-in-chania\/#Discover-Chania-and-the-Cyclades-by-sea-Are-you-tempted-Here-is-a-mini-guide-to-a-boat-rental-in-Chania\" title=\"Discover Chania and the Cyclades by sea. Are you tempted? Here is a mini-guide to a boat rental in Chania!\">Discover Chania and the Cyclades by sea. Are you tempted? Here is a mini-guide to a boat rental in Chania!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/travelvibe.net\/boat-rental-in-chania\/#Ideas-for-boat-itineraries-from-Chania\" title=\"Ideas for boat itineraries from Chania\">Ideas for boat itineraries from Chania<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/travelvibe.net\/boat-rental-in-chania\/#Chania-the-lagoon-of-Balos-and-the-island-of-Gramvousa-the-time-of-a-weekend\" title=\"Chania, the lagoon of Balos and the island of Gramvousa, the time of a weekend\">Chania, the lagoon of Balos and the island of Gramvousa, the time of a weekend<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/travelvibe.net\/boat-rental-in-chania\/#Chania-%E2%80%93-Plaka-%E2%80%93-Chania-via-Heraklion-and-Spinalonga-in-one-week\" title=\"Chania \u2013 Plaka \u2013 Chania via Heraklion and Spinalonga in one week\">Chania \u2013 Plaka \u2013 Chania via Heraklion and Spinalonga in one week<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/travelvibe.net\/boat-rental-in-chania\/#Chania-%E2%80%93-Santorini-%E2%80%93-Mykonos-%E2%80%93-Chania-A-two-week-cruise\" title=\"Chania \u2013 Santorini \u2013 Mykonos \u2013 Chania: A two-week cruise\">Chania \u2013 Santorini \u2013 Mykonos \u2013 Chania: A two-week cruise<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/travelvibe.net\/boat-rental-in-chania\/#What-Type-of-Boat-to-rent-in-Chania\" title=\"What Type of Boat to rent in Chania?\">What Type of Boat to rent in Chania?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/travelvibe.net\/boat-rental-in-chania\/#What-is-the-price-of-a-boat-rental-in-Chania\" title=\"What is the price of a boat rental in Chania?\">What is the price of a boat rental in Chania?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/travelvibe.net\/boat-rental-in-chania\/#How-to-rent-a-boat-in-Chania\" title=\"How to rent a boat in Chania?\">How to rent a boat in Chania?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/travelvibe.net\/boat-rental-in-chania\/#Do-I-need-a-permit-to-sail-in-Chania\" title=\"Do I need a permit to sail in Chania?\">Do I need a permit to sail in Chania?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/travelvibe.net\/boat-rental-in-chania\/#Tips-for-sailing-in-Chania\" title=\"Tips for sailing in Chania\">Tips for sailing in Chania<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/travelvibe.net\/boat-rental-in-chania\/#When-is-the-best-time-to-sail-in-Chania\" title=\"When is the best time to sail in Chania?\">When is the best time to sail in Chania?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h4 class=\"has-theme-palette-5-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Discover-Chania-and-the-Cyclades-by-sea-Are-you-tempted-Here-is-a-mini-guide-to-a-boat-rental-in-Chania\"><\/span><strong>Discover Chania and the Cyclades by sea. Are you tempted? Here is a mini-guide to a boat rental in Chania!<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The former capital of Crete, Chania, is considered one of the prettiest cities in southern Greece. Alternatingly Byzantine, Venetian, and Ottoman, it preserves magnificent evidence of its past, discovered by strolling through its colorful streets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For those who want to rent a boat, Chania is also renowned for its marina among the most modern and best equipped on the northwest coast of Crete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Are you ready for a sea trip from Chania?<\/strong> Choice of the boat, sailing tips, itinerary ideas for a weekend, a week, or 15 days: Travelvibe guides you to find the best boat rental in Chania.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_128fca-b0 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_128fca-b0 .kb-table-of-contents-title-wrap{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_128fca-b0 .kb-table-of-contents-title{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_128fca-b0 .kb-table-of-content-wrap .kb-table-of-content-list{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}<\/style>\n\n\n<h1 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ideas-for-boat-itineraries-from-Chania\"><\/span><strong>Ideas for boat itineraries from Chania<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chania-the-lagoon-of-Balos-and-the-island-of-Gramvousa-the-time-of-a-weekend\"><\/span><strong>Chania, the lagoon of Balos and the island of Gramvousa, the time of a weekend<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Departing from the port of Chania, head for the lagoon of Balos, ranked among the most beautiful beaches in Crete and Europe. Along the way, stop on the Rodopos Peninsula (Cape Spatha).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the program: visit the monastery of Gonia, famous for its icons of the Cretan School, the ascent of the island of Gramvousa to the Venetian fortress, and swimming in coves bordered by turquoise waters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chania-%E2%80%93-Plaka-%E2%80%93-Chania-via-Heraklion-and-Spinalonga-in-one-week\"><\/span><strong>Chania \u2013 Plaka \u2013 Chania via Heraklion and Spinalonga in one week<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Heraklion, Spinalonga, Elounda, Istro, Sitia, Vai, Dionysades, Plaka&#8230; The itinerary of this week-long cruise from Chania takes you to some of the most beautiful sites in Northern Crete in cabotage mode. In addition, among the Cretan must-sees, you should not miss:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Seitan Limania Beach on the Akrotiri peninsula;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Arkadi Monastery in the Rethymno region;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf The archaeological site of Knossos or the palace of Malia, <strong>the third &#8220;capital<\/strong>&#8221; of ancient Crete, in the region of Heraklion;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf The island of Spinalonga, the port of Elounda, the beach of Voulisma in the bay of Mirabello;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf The ancient site of Itanos, the palm grove of Va\u00ef, the monastery of Toplou, and the Dionysades Islands in the region of Sitia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chania-%E2%80%93-Santorini-%E2%80%93-Mykonos-%E2%80%93-Chania-A-two-week-cruise\"><\/span><strong>Chania \u2013 Santorini \u2013 Mykonos \u2013 Chania: A two-week cruise<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>First, your two-week cruise to Chania includes a first stop in Heraklion. You will then raise anchor for the port of Vlychada on the island of Santorini.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will visit the port of Karavostasi in Ios and the Marina of Naoussa in Paros on your odyssey in the Cyclades. You will then set sail for the island of Delos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the way back, you will make a detour through Katapola on the island of Amorgos before finally docking at the port of Chania, your starting point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some highlights between Chania and Mykonos:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf The palace of Knossos in the Heraklion region;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf The ancient cities of Thera and Akrotiri, the vineyards of Pyrgos, the Red Beach and White Beach beaches, the crater of Nea Kameni, the warm waters of Palea Kameni and the caldera in Santorini;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf The natural port of Ormos, Homer&#8217;s tomb, Klima beach, and Manganari Bay in Ios;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Surfing, windsurfing, and kiting on the beaches of Pounda, Platia Ammos or Santa Maria, the fishing port of Naoussa in Paros;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Visit de Delos, nicknamed the sacred island housing the most beautiful archaeological site in the Aegean Sea, classified by UNESCO;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf Snorkeling in the crystal clear waters of the island of Tragonisi, walking in Little Venice and the center of Chora, taking selfies in front of the Panagias Paraportiani church and the windmills in Mykonos;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf The monastery of Chozoviotissa, the beach of Agia Ana, the bay of Aegiali, and Katapola in Amorgos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-Type-of-Boat-to-rent-in-Chania\"><\/span><strong>What Type of Boat to rent in Chania?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You will find different models of boats for rent at the port of Chania. Thus, for an excursion of one or more days, it is possible to opt for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf A motorboat;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf A sailboat;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf A jet ski;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf A semi-rigid;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf A yacht.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-is-the-price-of-a-boat-rental-in-Chania\"><\/span><strong>What is the price of a boat rental in Chania?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The boat rental price in Chania depends on the type of ship and the duration. Rates for a day in high season range from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf \u20ac200 and \u20ac1,900 for a motorboat (between \u20ac100 and \u20ac370 for a motorboat without a captain);<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf \u20ac200 and \u20ac1,700 for a sailboat with a captain (between \u20ac250 and \u20ac600 for a sailboat without a captain);<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf \u20ac50 and \u20ac100 for a jet ski;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25cf 200 \u20ac and 1 250 \u20ac for a semi-rigid (between 180 \u20ac and 490 \u20ac for a semi-rigid without a captain).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Please note<\/strong>: these prices do not include fuel. On the other hand, boat rentals have mandatory life-saving equipment such as buoys, life jackets for children and adults, and a fire extinguisher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-to-rent-a-boat-in-Chania\"><\/span><strong>How to rent a boat in Chania?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Renting a boat in Chania can be done directly at the marina or on the internet. Making your boat reservation online will allow you to benefit from a more extensive offer and save time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On specialized sites such as <strong>Click&amp;Boat,<\/strong> you will be in touch with individuals or professionals offering boat rentals in Chania.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news? It is that you can also hire the services of a skipper! This solution is the best option if you are not an experienced sailor or do not hold a boat license.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To add a little spice to your cruise, consider booking additional equipment such as snorkels, buoys, fins, wakeboards&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do-I-need-a-permit-to-sail-in-Chania\"><\/span><strong>Do I need a permit to sail in Chania?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Boat rental in Chania or Greece requires a pleasure license for boats over 30 hp. If you do not hold a boat license, you can rent a ship with a power of less than 30 hp or use the services of a skipper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Good to know:<\/strong> you can rent a boat in Chania with a French pleasure license. Indeed, boat licenses issued by the European Union member countries are valid in Greece.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips-for-sailing-in-Chania\"><\/span><strong>Tips for sailing in Chania<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before hoisting the sails, study the weather conditions with the utmost attention. During the warm months, Crete and the Aegean islands are swept by the Meltem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This north wind, mainly active in July and August, can blow in strong gusts (force 5\/6 up to 8)!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When-is-the-best-time-to-sail-in-Chania\"><\/span><strong>When is the best time to sail in Chania?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The best time to sail in the Cretan and the Aegean Sea is in late spring to early autumn. In short, the ideal time for a boat rental in Chania is between May and October.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, since July and August rhyme with tourist influx, plan to book your boat well in advance!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>So, ready for a boat rental in Chania?<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover Chania and the Cyclades by sea. Are you tempted? Here is a mini-guide to a boat rental in Chania! 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