Booking fee
The booking fee includes the costs of booking your tickets such as charges for payment processing. It also covers the provision of our customer care center for processing your order, and all charges imposed by our suppliers.
* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
This is a private tour with a 7-seater van for a maximum 6 guests.
Elafonisi island and its beach are located in the southwestern tip of Crete, about 2 hours drive from Chania. It is regarded one of the best beaches in the world. This island is connected with Crete with a narrow and shallow strip of sand, forming with its long peninsula, exotic beaches with white sand and turquoise water. A shallow lagoon is formed, and you can walk to Elafonisi island and explore its beaches.
The road to get there goes through breathtaking Topolia Gorge, picturesque villages and the fascinating varied landscapes. The aim of this tour is not only to visit a beach, but the trip to get there is an experience itself.
We will park 1/4 of mile (1/2km) away and have to hike on a dirt path to the beach.
On the way back we will make a stop for lunch.
Optional visit to a Winery, Olive Oil Factory for Tasting Tour or Monastery upon request.
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Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guiding Services
10 euro for snacks and drinks
20 euro per person for lunch in a local restaurant
5 euro for renting a sunbed and umbrella (recommended)
Optional visit to an Olive Oil Factory. 15 euro entrance for Tasting Tour, 1 hour.
Optional visit to a Winery. 15 euro entrance for Tasting Tour, 1 hour.
Optional visit to Chrisoskalitisa monastery, 2 euro, 40 minutes
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Pick up and drop off from Souda port, your hotel/accommodation in the greater Chania area or any other nearby convenient location. Please contact us regarding your pick up place for further information.
Traveler pickup
Souda Port, Chania
Elafonissi Beach, Elafonissi, Greece The road ends 1km (0,6 miles) before the beach. You will have to walk on a dirt track for 15 minutes down and 20 up the road. It will be harder to visit Elafonisi beach for children, persons with health problems or walking difficulties. Elafonisi is located in the southwestern most tip of Crete. It is an oblong peninsula, which often breaks in two parts by water giving the impression of being a separate island. Exotic beaches with white sand and turquoise water, are formed on either sides of the peninsula. The sand is pinkish in many places, taking its color from millions of crushed shells. Near the breaking point of the peninsula, the sea creates a small lagoon which you can cross the lagoon in order to reach the island. The island is a mile long, ending in a rocky outcrop. Elafonisi is a Natura 2000 protected area home to more than 100 rare plants and a great shelter for rare loggerhead sea turtles. 180 minutes
Topolia Gorge, Chania Town, Greece We will drive through Topolia Gorge, its a scenic drive and stop to enjoy the breathtaking scenery. Hawks and goats can be spoted above and by the side of the gorge. Will try local honey, olive oil and other delicacies. On the way back we will stop at a traditional artist who carves olive wood. 45 minutes
Chrisoskalitissa Monastery, Moni Chrisoskalitissis, Greece The monastery of Chrisoskalitissa is located a few kilometers before Elafonissi. It reminds of a fortress, perched on a 35m high rock with nice views. The name of the monastery means Our Lady Gold-stepped in Greek. This is taken after one step out of 98, which, according to tradition, was gold. It is said that only the faithful can see it. The temple has two aisles dedicated to the Virgin Mary and the Holy Trinity. The exact date of the establishment of the monastery is unknown. 40 minutes
Elos, Elos, Greece Eat lunch and visit a 14-century Byzantine church 60 minutes
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You must be able to get in and get out of the car. Elafonisi beach though definitely worth the visit
In case of traveller's serious health problems or other medical concerns please notify us
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Travel14822938757
29 Sep 2024
We went to Elafonisi Beach with one of the company's main guides Sofia! Sofia had everything planned from us, made sure we stopped when we needed to and took some pictures inside a gorge and then took us to one of the best beaches we have seen (and we have travelled a lot) Elafonisi! Absolutely marvellous our kids completely loved it! In the end we stopped at a village restaurant where we had a fantastic lunch!! Thanks to Sofia, she made our day trip as our best day in the island we had!!
kanakisnr
18 Sep 2024
An absolutely amazing tour with one of the best beaches we visited in the world! Absolutely fascinating, the beach, the scenery and to end with the village restaurant!
KevinN
25 Aug 2024
Had a very nice day travelling to Elafonisi beach with our guide. She did a job making sure we were comfortable and traveled safely back and forth. We had 3 sets of chairs and umbrellas waiting for us in a prime location on the Beach given her set up. Elafonisi beach was one of the nicest I have seen, with shallow blue water. On the way back we stopped small restaurant and had the most amazing goat with olive oil.
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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