Day Tour to Elafonisi Beach from Heraklion with Pickup Included
Overview
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Spend a day on this beautiful exotic landscaped beach of Crete, Elafonisi. One of the most famous place on the West Part of the island that attracts more and more tourists every year. Its clear blue waters, pink sand, and its unique landscape will leave travellers speechless. It belongs to the Natura network because of its unique natural beauty.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Liability Insurance Coverage by ALLIANZ for our tour participants
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional Driver
Tour Guide
Lunch
Breakfast
Sunbeds on the beach
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Heraklion
We will start collecting participants from pick-up points in the morning. Depending on the place of your hotel/apartment the bus ride will differ. Bus Drive to Elafonisi will take about 3.5 hours In the meantime, we will make a stop to rest and have breakfast (not included in price) for about 25 minutes.
Elafonissi Beach
The beach of Elafonisi. Ou bus will be driving us though canyons, valleys and beautiful villages, during this journey to the west part of the island. Finally travelers will be arriving at the exotic beach, where they can enjoy 4.5 hours of free time, to swim, walk at pink sand beach and take some beautiful photos of the scenery. Optional: Lunch Sunbeds: Not included in price
Options
Italian: Hersonissos, Malia
Pick-up from specific points: : Stalis, Malia, Hersonisos, Piskopiano and Sisi
Pickup included
English: Heraklion area
Pick-up from specific points: : Heraklion, Amoudara & Kokini Hani
Pickup included
Polish: Hersonissos, Malia
Pick-up from specific points: : Stalis, Malia, Hersonisos, Piskopiano and Sisi
Pickup included
Italian: Agia Pelagia area
Pick-up from specific points:: Agia Pelagia, Lygaria
Pickup included
German: Hersonissos, Malia
Pick-up from specific points: : Stalis, Malia, Hersonisos, Piskopiano and Sisi
Pickup included
Polish: Heraklion area
Pick-up from specific points: : Heraklion, Amoudara & Kokini Hani
Pickup included
English: Hersonissos, Malia
Pick-up from specific points: : Stalis, Malia, Hersonisos, Piskopiano and Sisi
Pickup included
French: Agia Pelagia area
Pick-up from specific points:: Agia Pelagia, Lygaria
Pickup included
German: Agia Pelagia area
Pick-up from specific points:: Agia Pelagia, Lygaria
Pickup included
German: Heraklion area
Pick-up from specific points: : Heraklion, Amoudara & Kokini Hani
Pickup included
Italian: Anisaras, Gouves area
Pick-up from specific points:: Anisaras, Analipsi, Gouves
Pickup included
French: Heraklion area
Pick-up from specific points: : Heraklion, Amoudara & Kokini Hani
Pickup included
French: Anisaras, Gouves area
Pick-up from specific points:: Anisaras, Analipsi, Gouves
Pickup included
Polish: Agia Pelagia area
Pick-up from specific points:: Agia Pelagia, Lygaria
Pickup included
German: Anisaras, Gouves area
Pick-up from specific points:: Anisaras, Analipsi, Gouves
Pickup included
Italian: Heraklion area
Pick-up from specific points: : Heraklion, Amoudara & Kokini Hani
Pickup included
French: Hersonissos, Malia
Pick-up from specific points: : Stalis, Malia, Hersonisos, Piskopiano and Sisi
Pickup included
Polish: Anisaras, Gouves area
Pick-up from specific points:: Anisaras, Analipsi, Gouves
Pickup included
English: Agia Pelagia area
Pick-up from specific points:: Agia Pelagia, Lygaria
Pickup included
English: Anisaras, Gouves area
Pick-up from specific points:: Anisaras, Analipsi, Gouves
Pickup included
Reviews
57 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Beautiful beach
Gillian C,
Sep 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00A great way to experience Elafonisi beach with easy transportation! There is a little bit of a hike to and from the beach from the bus but nothing too crazy
Not to be missed
Matteo T,
Sep 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Long journey but with a 20-minute stop at a bar, where they make a good coffee, and with the companion telling you all about exclusion, the journey passes quietly. The 4 hours of travel will soon be forgotten as soon as you step on the wonderful beach of Elafonisi.
Beautiful
Annette S,
Aug 15, 2025
- Viator
3.00The beach is very nice. There are areas with very shallow water and ways to get into deeper water. You can see the red-pink coloration of the sand in some places on the shore. It can get very, very crowded on site, so lying down are in short supply. You should think carefully if you need shade. If in doubt, there are a few shops on site at the parking lot where you can buy anything for the beach. The way to the beach knows a few special features- rugged rocky outcrops and fine, soft sand. A challenge for all mobility impaired, as well as families with prams. The bus tour itself is exhausting from Heraklion. A challenge for tall people. The distance between the seats is not comfortable. From about 1.80 m body length you have a problem to accommodate your knees without harassing your neighbor. And even then... The bus driver is great. The little break on the way can stretch out to. To be used, for more is hardly time and if there are more buses on site, also no possibility. The beach with offshore island is special, but you should not underestimate the long drive there.
The guide and driver were...
Michael H,
Jul 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00The guide and driver were super. The guide made sure we were well informed about the events of the trip, the area and history of the area during our ride to the beach. The ride through the gorge was an experience we won’t soon forget and on the return trip they even stopped so we could buy some of the local honey. The beach was a little crowded but beautiful nonetheless. Would definitely recommend this trip. We had a great time.
Matched the itinerary....
Rochelle W,
Jul 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Matched the itinerary. It's a long drive but the guide provides plenty of history of the island along the way. The guide spoke 4 different languages to accommodate all guests. There was plenty of time for the beach portion and the guide gave excellent advice about where to set yourself up. Overall, long but good day.
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