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Embark on a shared group or private tour of Crete and discover some of its best beaches. Relax in the sparkling blue waters of Elafonisi and Falasarna and see the oldest olive tree in the world.
About this tour
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 10 - 10.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times
- Live tour guide
- English, German
- Pickup included
- Meet your driver in front of your accommodation/cruise ship port or at your arranged pickup points in the Chania area.
- Private group available
Highlighted reviews from other travelers
We had an amazing day touring Elafonisi and Falasarna beaches with Irene as our guide and Kostas as our driver. Irene was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing the rich history of Crete, its people, culture, and food in such a passionate and engaging way. Kostas was a skilled and friendly driver who made the journey smooth and enjoyable. Both beaches were absolutely stunning, and we especially loved the visit to the oldest olive tree—such a unique and memorable stop. The tour was perfectly balanced between relaxation and learning, and we felt truly connected to the spirit of Crete. Highly recommend this experience—thank you, Irene and Kostas!
So glad we booked this tour!! Irene was a great guide and shared interesting stories during the car ride. We visited each beach at the PERFECT time avoiding crowds at both! We rented beach chairs at Elafonisi for 20 euros and used the umbrella and mat provided by the tour at Falasarna. The stops for honey and olive oil were a nice experience as well. Great for taking photos! MUST SEE beaches!! Worth every penny!
Select participants and date
Itinerary
2 pickup location options:
Platanias, Chania
Bus/coach
(45 minutes)
Topolia
Break time, Photo stop (10 minutes)
Bus/coach
(45 minutes)
Elafonisi
Beer, Spirits, Free time, Swimming, Local snacks (2.5 hours)
Bus/coach
(80 minutes)
Falassarna Beach
Free time, Swimming (2 hours)
Bus/coach
(45 minutes)
Ano Vouves, Crete
Photo stop, Guided tour, Free time, Food tasting (30 minutes)
Bus/coach
(45 minutes)
2 drop-off locations:
Platanias, Chania
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
Highlights
- Discover the beautiful beaches of Crete on a guided day tour from Chania
- Admire the stunning pink sands on the beautiful beach of Elafonisi
- Visit the oldest olive tree in the world in the small village of Vouves
- Relax on the shimmering white sands and in the clear waters of Falasarna beach
- Enjoy local snacks as well as soft drinks, beer, and wine during the day
Full description
Enjoy the convenience of pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Chania in an air-conditioned vehicle fully equipped with Wi-Fi. Start your experience with a visit to Elafonisi, a beach with unique, pink sands that shimmer in contrast to the blue waters.
Continue west to Falasarna, a blinding white sandy beach famous for its striking turquoise waters. Then, head to the last stop, Vouves, where you'll visit the oldest olive tree in the world.
Take some time to splash about in the shallow waters of the small, exotic lagoons. In all, enjoy nearly 5 hours of leisure time swimming and sunbathing by the sea.
Throughout the tour, learn more about Cretan customs and sample local cuisine from a prepared snack box. Return to your hotel once again in cool comfort in a quality vehicle.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation
- WiFi and USB charging ports on board
- Tour guide
- Local history audiovisual presentation
- Olive oil tasting
- Soft drinks, beer, wine, and bottled water
- Snack box
- Portable umbrellas for the beach
- Insurance
- Sunbeds on the beach
- Tips
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
- Wheelchair users
Important information
What to bring
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Sunscreen
Know before you go
- Participants need to walk about 500 meters from the parking lot to the beach in Elafonisi, because Elafonisi Beach is a protected area, and cars/buses are not allowed to park closer
- The shared option is available every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from May 20 to the end of September
