Elafonissi Beach Tour from Chania with stop in Elos Village
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Discover paradise on Earth with a full-day adventure from Chania!
Start your day with us at 08:00 am as we head to the famous Elafonissi Beach, one of the most stunning natural wonders of Crete. Known for its pink-hued sands and crystal-clear turquoise waters, Elafonissi is the perfect spot to relax, swim, and explore the unique beauty of the island.
You'll have four full hours of free time to soak up the sun, wander the shallow lagoons, and enjoy this magical, protected area at your own pace. Whether you want to swim, sunbathe, or simply marvel at the exotic scenery, Elafonissi offers an unforgettable experience.
On our way back, we’ll make a relaxing stop at the picturesque Elos Village, where you can enjoy a delicious traditional Cretan lunch (optional) surrounded by nature and authentic local charm.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Remember to bring the following items: sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, swimsuit and beach towel
Rubbish disposal as well as removing seashells from the beach is prohibited
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Swedish Speaking guide (Wednesdays)
Visit to Elafonissi Beach
24/7 Superior Service
Visit to Elos Chestnut Village
Pick up and Drop off with A/C luxurious bus
English Speaking guide
Personal expenses, extra beverages or meals
Gratitude/Tips
Meeting and Pickup
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What To Expect
Elafonissi Beach
Elafonissi Beach with its famous Pink Coral Sand is considered to be one of the most famous beaches all over the world as per the most famous travel guides. Elafonissi "breaks" in two parts by water giving the impression of being a separate island. Elafonissi is a “Natura 2000” protected area. The island is full of dunes with sand lilies and junipers (like-cedar trees). The endangered turtles Caretta-Caretta and several rare animals nest on the island and it is strictly forbidden to remove any plants, animals from the area. Exotic beach with white sand and turquoise waters, reminding of the Caribbean, are formed on either sides of the peninsula. The sand is pinkish in many places, taking its color from thousands of broken shells. Near the “breaking" point of the peninsula, the water does not exceed 1m, creating a small lagoon, ideal for children. The eastern side of the beach, in front of the lagoon, is well organized and has the most people.
Elos
Elos Chestnut village is a famous with the locals village well known for its amazing natural beauty with its amazing chestnut forest as well as with it's amazing traditional tavernas that provide a unique culinary experience in the paths of the Cretan nutrition.
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ELAFONISI FULL DAY TOUR
Pickup included
Reviews
168 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly recommended tour to Elafonisi Beach from Chania
Tamas S,
Oct 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00I was picked up on time. Our driver and guide were great, I think their names were Marcos and Elena. We first stopped at a shop near Kissamos where they sell local products like honey and olive oil. In the morning and almost the entire bus ride it was raining but by the time we got to Elafonisi it was beautiful summer weather and I had a lot of fun swimming in the sea on October 21st. After that we went to a beautiful restaurant in Elos village, where they had reasonable prices and good food and then we were dropped off at our pickup location. I'd say the time we spent at each stop was just perfect. Highly recommended!
Beautiful Beach, Disappointing Tour Experience
Jezyk P,
Oct 22, 2025
- Viator
1.00We booked this trip because there’s only one bus per day to Elafonissi from Chania in October, and we didn’t want to risk missing it. The beach itself was absolutely beautiful — the water crystal clear and the scenery stunning. I hadn’t expected miles of pink sand, so I wasn’t disappointed to see just a little of it. The lagoon and surrounding area are truly lovely and definitely worth visiting. Unfortunately, the journey there and back was less enjoyable. The stops along the way felt unnecessary and clearly designed for tourists to spend money rather than to enhance the experience. Instead of visiting a cave — which I was really looking forward to — we stopped at a honey shop. When I asked the guide about this, she explained that our large coach couldn’t access the cave and that only the smaller minibuses go there. However, you don’t get to choose whether you’re placed on a coach or a minibus, and this wasn’t mentioned anywhere before booking. I only found out when I asked on the day, which was quite disappointing. This should be made clear in the tour description, as I would have chosen differently had I known. More time on the beach would have been far better than this commercial stop. The return journey was similar. I expected to see a traditional mountain village, Elos, but there was very little there apart from a few tavernas. Having already eaten at the beach, I didn’t want to stop for food. When I tried to walk around, I was saddened to see many stray cats, including kittens, being shooed away from the tavernas. It was heartbreaking to see, especially as I already support an animal rescue centre near Heraklion after previous holidays in Crete. The sight of so many neglected animals really spoiled what had been a lovely day at the beach. On a positive note, our driver, Nikos, was excellent — very skilled and confident on the narrow mountain roads — and our guide, Elena, was knowledgeable, though she could have delivered her commentary a little more concisely. Overall, I highly recommend visiting Elafonissi Beach — it’s a truly beautiful place — but I wouldn’t suggest doing it through this particular tour.
Recommend!
Urooj A,
Oct 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a great tour! Ample time (4 hours) at the beach and we arrived early enough before the afternoon rush and got to claim sunbeds and umbrellas. Really enjoyed detours at Elos, where we ate delicious local food, and Agia Sophia where we saw impressive stalactites and the gorges from high up. Great introduction to western Crete through this!
Great day trip from Chania
Monika M,
Oct 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was an amazing day trip, with coffee stop in the morning and full 4 hours on the beach. Very comfortable transport with a small group .
It was nice to be picked...
Sandy M,
Oct 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was nice to be picked up by a guide and a small tour bus. We didn’t have to worry about driving the narrow windy roads through the mountains.. The stop was perfect for a bathroom and refreshment break on the way to the beach and the lunch break after the beach was perfect. The beach was so beautiful with soft sand and nice warm and shallow water. Too bad we didn’t see much pink sand. We arrived about 10 min before crowds of people came so we were able to rent two sun beds and umbrella. It would’ve been too hot if they weren’t available. Really enjoyed the beach. Thought it was much nicer than Balos beach
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