Elafonissi Full-Day Tour from Chania with Pick-up
Description
Discover one of Crete’s most breathtaking natural wonders on this full-day excursion to Elafonisi Beach. Your journey begins with a scenic drive through traditional villages, olive groves, and the impressive Topolia Gorge, offering spectacular views. Along the way, enjoy a relaxing coffee break before continuing towards the southwestern coast of Crete. Upon arrival at Elafonisi, you will have plenty of free time to swim in the crystal-clear turquoise waters, relax on the famous pink-sand beach, or walk through the shallow lagoon surrounding the small peninsula. This area is famous for its exotic scenery, unique pink-tinted sand formed by crushed shells, and shallow waters ideal for families and children. Visitors can also explore quieter spots along the coastline and admire the untouched natural beauty. On the return journey, there may be an optional stop at a local village, where you can enjoy lunch and experience authentic Cretan hospitality before heading back to your hotel.
Tour Options
Itinerary
11:15 Arrival at the Beach
Stop in the village for a break. It may change depending on the season and traffic conditions.
17:00 - 18:00 Arrival at the Hotel
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
All our tours include pick-up from your hotel's street or from a nearby designated pick-up point. Please note that we offer pick-up from the Kalyves area on Fridays only. We do not offer pick-up from Akrotiri, Stavros, Kounoupidiana, Kissamos, or Falasarna. If you are staying in one of these areas, we will provide you with the nearest available pick-up point. If there is any change to your pick-up location or time, we will notify you via email and/or SMS. Please be at your pick-up point at least 5 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time. In the unlikely event of a delay of more than 10 minutes, please contact us.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(8)
Punctual pickup and nice bus driver. Our guide was absolutely superb and we got very good information about the destination, Crete etc. The beach and the water were lovely! Can warmly recommend to go on this tour.
Well organized tour to and from Elafonisi beach. There were well planned stops to use the restroom on the way to the beach and a stop for late lunch on the way back. The rest stop on the way there was a honey producer. It was a treat to try their honey. Our guide gave us a nice overview on the way there.
Highly recommend this trip. Beach was stunning with nice pink sand. You also can enjoy amazing views on the way there as you pass through the mountains and breathe taking gorge, visit cave and have very tasty food ,if you like , on the way back . Driver Kostas was absolute top class driver ! And our tour gide ( can’t remember the name) very nice , friendly, knowledgeable and gave very clear instructions all the way through as well as a little bit of information about the Crete.
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The scenery not only in the beach but also the drive through the mountains was spectacular! Ingrid , our tour guide was very informative and went out of her way to help . She was amazing ! Loved this tour !
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Natural beauty and serenity … creationism. Magical day of enchantment with Kosta’s professional delivery.
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The tour had much more than advertised with café and restaurant stops while the host was amazing and helped my family with a special touch.
Good afternoon! Thank you for taking the time to write your feedback, we are really glad you enjoyed our tour! We remain at your disposal. Best regards, DiscoverD1 Team
Very well managed, good on time and relaxed. Silvia was a very good guide. Maybe the last stop was a little unnecessary, but it wasn't a very long one. Elafonisi is a must do, so if you're looking for tours, this one is really good.
Good afternoon! Thank you very much for taking the time to write your review about our tour, we are glad you really enjoyed it! We remain at your disposal. Best regards, DiscoverD1 Team
