Elafonissi Beach Private Custom Tour

8 Hours

150 Km

Easy

Up to 4 guests
250€

Up to 8 guests
370€

Crete’s Pink Sand Paradise

Overview

🏖 Escape the crowds and explore western Crete your way on a private, fully customizable tour to Elafonisi, regularly ranked among the world’s best beaches for its pink sand, shallow turquoise waters, and untouched natural beauty. This exclusive experience is designed for travelers who value flexibility, comfort, and authentic local insight.

🌊 Your main destination is the iconic Elafonisi Beach, a protected nature reserve and true bucket-list location. Along the way, enjoy the freedom to choose from a selection of hidden gems and local experiences, from traditional villages and monasteries to unique natural landscapes rarely visited by standard tours.

🚗 This is a flexible, private itinerary — you can share your preferences in advance or decide together with your local English-speaking driver on the day. With an 8-hour time frame, you choose the stops that suit your travel style, creating a relaxed and personalized journey through one of Crete’s most beautiful regions.

Tour Highlights	🌊 Elafonisi Beach: Visit one of the world’s most famous beaches, known for its pink sand, shallow turquoise waters, and protected natural beauty. 🏖 Hidden Local Stops: Choose from unique locations such as the Komolithi Clay Hills, Agia Sofia Cave, or a historic monastery. 🌱 Nature Reserve: Explore a protected coastal ecosystem with crystal-clear waters and untouched landscapes. 🍽 Optional Local Lunch: Stop at a traditional village or seaside taverna (optional, not included). 🚗 Private & Custom Experience: Flexible itinerary, private transportation, and local insight throughout the day. 📷 Scenic Photo Stops: Enjoy hand-picked viewpoints and hidden spots known only to locals.
Itinerary Overview	09:00 - 10:00: Pick up from your location and scenic drive toward Elafonisi Beach 10:00 - 10:30: Stop at Agia Sofia Cave for exploration 10:30 - 11:00: Continue drive to Elafonisi Beach 11:00 - 14:00: Relax, swim, and explore Elafonisi Beach 14:00 - 14:30: Visit Chrysoskalitisa Monastery 14:30 - 15:30: Optional stop for lunch or refreshments 15:30 - 17:00: Drive back to your location Itinerary times are approximate and fully customizable. You may adjust the pick-up time, add or remove stops along the route (as long as they are on the way), and use the entire tour duration or shorten it according to your schedule.
What’s Included	Fully customizable itinerary based on your interests Private transportation in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle Professional local driver-guide (English speaking) Flexible pick-up & drop-off time from your location Local product tastings (olive oil, honey, raki, where available) Bottled water for each guest USB charging ports & Bluetooth access onboard Child seats & boosters available upon request Photo stops at scenic viewpoints
What’s Not Included	Entrance fees to attractions or sites (if applicable) Food & drinks at restaurants or tavernas (optional lunch stop) Beach amenities (sunbeds, umbrellas, water sports equipment) Personal expenses
Things to Bring	Comfortable beachwear and swimwear Light jacket for cooler months (November to March) Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses Camera to capture memorable views Towels
Important Notes	Pick-up from locations outside the Chania area is available upon request.