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We offer a unique Semi Private tour, up to 6 guests per 4wd vehicle, with Loungers and Lunch. It's not just a transfer to have a long day at Elafonisi beach as most of the other tours offered. It's a well designed tour keeping you unstressed. We visit the Elafonisi beach and a National Geographic Magazine's suggestion, the famous Milia Mountain Retreat, for your lunch time. We start early in the morning in order to preserve your privacy and avoid the crowded hours witch follow at Elafonisi beach. During the guided tour you will learn about life in Cretan villages, culture, history and tradition. At Elafonisi, enjoy the bright sun, swim in the crystal clear waters and sunbathe on the reserved - just for you - sunbeds. Book this - small group - authentic tour, take the chance to visit Elafonisi beach and the famous Milia Mountain Retreat having a memorable day without stress, because of your host care and our company's early reservations and services. Be a traveller!
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
The tour is offered with comfortable 7 seater 4wd vehicles, with AC
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
The tour is offered in private only from the tour provider (no from the brokers)
The tour will be canceled only in case of rain and storms. You'll be offered a different date or a full refund
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Pickup, up to 5km (3 miles) east & 25km (15 miles) west from Chania
Fruits and local energy bars
Liability Insurance
Bottled water
Lunch at Milia Mountain Retreat with Cretan flavors, 1st round of wine or beer
Dessert
Loungers and Umbrellas at Elafonisi Beach
Local drivers/hosts
Gratuities & Beach Towels
Chania Prefecture
The west part of Crete is the most beautiful part of the island. Heading to Elafonisi beach you will see enough changes in nature's beauty. From the North part of the island where the Aegean sea is and the valley with lemon, orange, avocado and olive trees, we will be south. We will cross in driving the Topolia gorge, the 9 Cretan villages and finally will be at Elafonisi beach, at Libean sea.
Elafonissi Beach
At the Southwest point of Crete there is one of the most famous beaches worldwide.Explore, swim and enjoy your time. Please keep in mind that there are is an extra care, because of the sunbeds and umbrellas on reservation for you.
Pickup included
101 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Lori B,
Jun 28, 2025
- Viator
Great tour. The guide, Nikolas, was very friendly and knowledgeable. The convenience of having the beach bed and umbrellas reserved was worth the money alone! I can’t tell you how booked the beds were when we arrived at 10, but we didn’t have to worry about it. The beach is lovely, but the mountain resort and lunch really made the trip the best.
Kim A,
Jun 15, 2025
- Viator
They thought of everything! From getting to the beach before the crowds did to reserving us chairs in the first row, to providing snacks and water -- all we had to do was show up and enjoy! Nic was such a great tour guide and provided us a lot of information on culture and kept things fun. The mountaintop restaurant was an unexpected treat -- the food was amazing...I'm still thinking about the Cretan Salad! I can't speak highly enough about this excursion -- it was possibly the best one I've ever been on in all my travels!
Evelyn M,
Jun 12, 2025
- Viator
Our driver was phenomenal. He was a wealth of knowledge and literally never stopped talking the whole trip (which was a bonus). We felt safe and well taken care of. Elafonisi wasn't as pink as we were expecting but it was still beautiful. Lunch at Milia Mountain was the best meal of our entire 9 day stay on Crete.
Anita M,
Jun 5, 2025
- Viator
This is a great 8 hr tour. Going to elafonisi beach with a guide, having loungers made it very easy as it is not a straightforward or easy drive. Lunch at Milia mtn was an exquisite experience with excellent food. Nick was a fun, great tour guide
Hannah R,
May 21, 2025
- Viator
Smooth drive all the way down from Chania to Elafonissi with guide Nik and our co-explorers. Beautiful Elafonissi, feels untouched. We arrived early to avoid the crowds which was a great idea. We learnt so much about Crete and Greek culture. Food at Milia mountain retreat was incredible and the views were amazing, taking in gorges, goats and vultures. It was so nice to go with a small group too! We really appreciated the water and snacks too, thanks for a great day!
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