Chania: Elafonisi Beach Day Trip with Elos Stop and Transfer

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4.5
329 reviews
Activity provider:
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Chania: Elafonisi Beach Day Trip with Elos Stop and Transfer
4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5
329 reviews

Embark on a day trip to the famous pink-sand beach of Elafonisi, departing from Chania. Enjoy a roundtrip transfer from your hotel, spend free time on the island, and stop in Elos to purchase food.

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Duration 10 - 13 hours
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Live tour guide
Greek, English
Pickup included
Get picked up at your hotel entrance or the closest point the bus can access. You will receive an email that will include the exact pickup place and time. Look for a bus with an "IO tours - Elafonisi" sign on the front. Please be at your specified pickup point before your pickup time.

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

5
5 out of 5 stars
C
Cameron – United Kingdom

Coach was on time at place of pick up and air conditioned, guide was very information and gave a many facts about Crete and Greece. We drove through the mountains which was gorgeous. The beach itself is like no other, gorgeous crystal clear lagoon that is shallow. The 4 hours was a great amount of time and actually flew by. We then stopped of at Elos for lunch. We ate traditional Greek cuisine at the restaurant in wasn’t exactly to our taste however was great to experience. Overall a great trip and amazing value for money. Would 100% recommend to anyone looking for a smooth and relaxing trip to Elafonisi.

5
5 out of 5 stars
M
Marjo – Finland

Experienced driver, guide with huge knowledge, perfect schedule.

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Itinerary

  • 30 pickup location options:

    Zorbas Beach Village Hotel, Taverna Akrimios, H3RW+53, ΠΛΑΤΕΙΑ ΣΟΥΔΑΣ, Parking, Πρακτορείο ΟΠΑΠ, Creta Vitalis, KTEL Maleme (Mike Hotel), Kalyves Bay, ΚΟΛΟΚΟΤΡΩΝΗ, Isla Brown Chania Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton, Palea Ethniki Odos Kissamou Chanion, Stop & Shop, Casa Leone Suites, Daily News Cafe Snacks Music Bar, Palea EO Chanion Rethimnou 608, SYNKA, Daratsos, Michali Vamvaka 37, PEO Kissamou Chanion 348, Kiani Beach Resort Family All Inclusive, Platanias, AVIN, Mini market, GX45+FV Galatas, Florion 4, Irene’s Tavern, Coffee Station, Masso, PEO Kissamou Chanion 20

  • Bus/coach

    (1 hour)

  • Eparchiaki Odos Kaloudianon-Chrisoskalitissas

    Break time, Breakfast (25 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (1.5 hours)

  • Elafonisi

    Visit, Sightseeing, Swimming, Scenic views on the way (4 hours)

  • Bus/coach

    (35 minutes)

  • Elos

    Break time, Lunch, Free time, Regional food (1 hour)

  • Bus/coach

    (1.5 hours)

  • 30 drop-off locations:

    GX45+FV Galatas, SYNKA, Isla Brown Chania Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton, KTEL Maleme (Mike Hotel), Florion 4, AVIN, Casa Leone Suites, Taverna Akrimios, Daily News Cafe Snacks Music Bar, Palea EO Chanion Rethimnou 608, PEO Kissamou Chanion 20, ΠΛΑΤΕΙΑ ΣΟΥΔΑΣ, Michali Vamvaka 37, Parking, Mini market, Stop & Shop, Masso, ΚΟΛΟΚΟΤΡΩΝΗ, Irene’s Tavern, Coffee Station, Daratsos, Zorbas Beach Village Hotel, PEO Kissamou Chanion 348, Kiani Beach Resort Family All Inclusive, Platanias, H3RW+53, Palea Ethniki Odos Kissamou Chanion, Πρακτορείο ΟΠΑΠ, Kalyves Bay, Creta Vitalis

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Take in the majestic pink-sand beach of Elafonisi and bask in the sun
  • Enjoy a convenient roundtrip transfer from your accommodation in Chania
  • Walk around a breathtaking nature reserve and explore its exotic beaches
  • Swim in crystal-clear waters and bring your little ones to the shallow area
  • Learn about Cretan culture and taste local food for an extra cost in Elos

Full description

Relax on Elafonisi Beach, located 76 kilometers west of Chania on the southwestern tip of Crete. Get picked up from your Chania accommodation, enjoy plenty of free time to explore the island, then be driven back safely. Make a stop in Elos to purchase lunch and discover the local cuisine.


After being picked up from your hotel, begin your drive to Elafonisi, with a short coffee stop along the way. Once you arrive, take in the striking dunes with sand lilies and junipers. Discover beaches on both sides of the peninsula, many of them with pink sand due to the thousands of broken shells.


If you're bringing little ones with you, head over to the tip of the peninsula, where a small shallow lagoon is formed. Swim and sunbathe on the east side of the beach, in front of the lagoon, where you can find umbrellas, showers, lifeguards, snack bars, and changing rooms.

On your way back, visit the traditional village of Elos for the chance to purchase a traditional lunch before heading back to Chania to be dropped off at your hotel.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation by air-conditioned bus
  • Tour guide
  • Elos stop
  • Food and drinks

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Beachwear

Know before you go

  • As the endangered Caretta-Caretta turtle and several rare species nest on the island, it is strictly forbidden to remove any plants or animals from the area.
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Customer reviews

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4.5 out of 5 stars

based on 329 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.6/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Cameron – United KingdomJune 5, 2025 – Verified booking
Coach was on time at place of pick up and air conditioned, guide was very information and gave a many facts about Crete and Greece. We drove through the mountains which was gorgeous. The beach itself is like no other, gorgeous crystal clear lagoon that is shallow. The 4 hours was a great amount of time and actually flew by. We then stopped of at Elos for lunch. We ate traditional Greek cuisine at the restaurant in wasn’t exactly to our taste however was great to experience. Overall a great trip and amazing value for money. Would 100% recommend to anyone looking for a smooth and relaxing trip to Elafonisi.

Response from provider

July 1, 2025

Hello Thank you for your appreciation. We look forward to seeing you

5
5 out of 5 stars
M
Marjo – FinlandJune 4, 2025 – Verified booking
Experienced driver, guide with huge knowledge, perfect schedule.

Response from provider

July 1, 2025

Hello Thank you for your appreciation. We look forward to seeing you

5
5 out of 5 stars
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Natalie – CanadaJune 2, 2025 – Verified booking
Loved it so much. the bus was a bit old but who cares. lol the beach was amazing. Elos stop great. family restaurant stop was great.

Response from provider

July 1, 2025

Hello Thank you for your appreciation. We look forward to seeing you

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Activity provider:
Io Tours

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