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Mein Schiff 5 brings 2,000 passengers to Crete's Souda Bay

Thursday, 9 July 2026/Source: Flashnews/1 min read

The cruise ship Mein Schiff 5 made a scheduled port call at Souda Bay, near Chania in western Crete, bringing more than 2,000 passengers ashore. Souda is one of Crete's main cruise ports, located just a few kilometers east of Chania city center and easily reachable by taxi or local bus. Visitors arriving by cruise ship typically have several hours to explore the area, with Chania's Venetian harbor, old town, and covered market being the most popular stops. The port regularly receives large cruise vessels throughout the summer season, which can mean increased foot traffic in Chania's central areas on arrival days. Tourists already in the region should expect busier conditions at main attractions and restaurants when cruise ships are docked. Checking the Souda port schedule in advance helps plan visits around peak crowds.

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