Vacation rentals in Macheri

The ideal spot for SUP regardless of your level! Marathi's crystal clear and calm water creates the perfect environment for you to stand on your paddleboard! Suitable for all ages, provides all common touristic amenities and it is very well organized. For our first timers, we teach the basic paddling techniques, how to turn, stop and stand up until they grow confident on their boards. It is so easy! Let it be the highlight of your vacations! And then we begin our tour and explore the bay, we paddle towards a small bay with magnificent colors and dive in with snorkelling equipment. You will have ample time to swim and sunbathe and just relax under the Cretan sun.

First, we will meet at our diving center in Almyrida, a picturesque village located 25 minutes away from the town of Chania. After doing a small theory session on the basic diving equipment and skills you need to know in order to go smoothly underwater, you will be ready for the actual dive of 45 minutes, up to 8 meters. You will be provided with full diving equipment according to your needs, and then, we will load the minivans and head to Koutalas beach, which is located within 5 minutes from our diving center, put on our equipment, and we will dive into the endless Greek Blue! We will see fish that belong to the Mediterranean ecosystem and glide through the crystalline waters of Crete. Although the day is relaxing and great fun, safety is ensured by diving to maximum depth around of eight meters, with a ratio of one instructor to every two guests. On top of that, we will take lots of pictures and videos that we will then send to your mail free of charge! Other things to note: This is a fun and easy activity for all who feel comfortable in the water.

You will be able to see how our handcrafted beer is being produced from grinding the grains until drinking the beer. We are a micro brewery which makes it really interesting to have a closer look into the process of craft beer. You will discover the little secrets of a brewer and at the end you will have a lovely degustation on our patio with the view on the White Mountains. Whenever there is a brewing day you can book a spot (3 people maximum) to live a day in the live of a brewer (dates given upon request). You will be able to follow the whole brewing process live from grain and water until the fermentation process.

Experience the History of Crete like never before! I will guide you through the Palace of Knossos, show you famous artifacts, mesmerising wall paintings (frescos) and statues. Fun facts, mythical creatures and legends will come to life.

We’ll start your experience at the Municipal Market, which marks the border between the old and new town. Built between 1908 and 1913, the Agora hosts more than 70 shops selling mostly regional products. You’ll get to explore the market and sample local delicacies while learning about the deliciously healthy Cretan diet. With your taste buds satisfied, we will walk to the old town district. Wander through narrow laneways, hidden backstreets, and open doors to secret gardens, and Venetian and Ottoman monuments. Listen to stories of empires, sailors, traders, lovers, heroes, and artists. Learn how this city has been a crossroads between the East and West for centuries. Next on your experience, you’ll have the unique opportunity to see local artisans crafting their products. Listen to their stories and maybe even try your own skills! From there, our Chania experience will take us on a stroll through the Jewish and Ottoman neighbourhoods, where you’ll learn how life has changed over the years in this city of multicultural residents. Finally, we’ll walk along the city's historical neighbourhoods and sit down to an inviting table with Cretan mezedes (local dishes) and raki shots. Other things to note Please inform us of any food allergies or special dietary requirements and we will be happy to accommodate you.