Stalos Beach
A kilometre of fine sand west of Chania, easy and popular with families.
Sandy beaches · Platanias












This is a private tour for a maximum 6 guests (price is for 6 persons).
Elafonisi is one of the best beaches in the world. It's an island connected with Crete with a narrow and shallow strip of sand, forming an 8km long beach. The road to get there goes through gorges, picturesque villages and other points of interest!
The aim of this tour is not only to visit a beach, but the trip to get there is an experience itself. On the way we will visit various locations of historical, geological and natural interest. We will stop for lunch in a restaurant at the end!
Optional visit to a monastery and oil factory.
A kilometre of fine sand west of Chania, easy and popular with families.
Sandy beaches · Platanias
Beach resort west of Chania, facing Thodorou island.
All villages & towns · Platanias
A long resort beach west of Chania, with artificial coves that keep the water calm.
Sandy beaches · Platanias
A sandy beach with shallow water at Galatas, surrounded by orange and olive groves.
Sandy beaches · Chania
Village west of Chania, a battlefield of the Battle of Crete.
All villages & towns · Chania
A lively resort west of Chania.
All villages & towns · Platanias
A long sandy beach in front of the liveliest resort west of Chania.
Sandy beaches · Platanias
Two small sheltered coves on a green little peninsula just west of Chania town.
Sandy beaches · Chania
A birdwatching lake near Chania.
Lakes, rivers & waterfalls · Platanias
An early 20th century power station by Lake Agia.
Museums · Platanias
A golden sandy beach just 2.5 km from Chania town, with lifeguards and watersports.
Sandy beaches · Chania
The town beach of Chania, a short walk west of the old Venetian walls.
Sandy beaches · Chania
Icons in the San Salvatore church.
Museums · Chania
Ship models in the Firka fortress.
Museums · Chania
The last synagogue of Crete.
Old towns & landmarks · Chania
Elafonisi one of the best beaches in the world. It's an island connected with Crete with a narrow and shallow strip of sand, forming a 10km long beach. The road to get there goes through gorges, picturesque villages and other points of interest.
The aim of this tour is not only to visit a beach, but the trip to get there is an experience itself. On the way we will visit various locations of historical, geological and natural interest.
We will stop at Topolia gorge, enjoy the stunning scenic views and taste local honey, wine, olive oil and Raki (our firewater). On the way to Elafonisi we will stop at various locations to take photos and enjoy the view. On the return we will stop in Topolia village to see a crazy artist who carves olive wood.
45 minutesWe could make an optional stop to a winery or Chrisoskalitisa monastery. In this case I have to make a custom tour. Please contact me for further details.
40 minutes · Admission not includedWe will stop at Elos village to eat in a traditional restaurant. If you wish, we could also visit a 14th century Byzantine church.
1 hourPick up and drop off at Souda port, your accommodation or any other convenient location 10km or 6 miles around Chania old town or near the national road west of Chania up to Kissamos area. Please contact us regarding your pick up place for further information.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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