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Elafonissi Beach Private Custom Tour – Crete’s Pink Sand Paradise

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Skip the self-drive stress and indulge as much as you want on this full-day trip to Elafonisi Beach, a 90-minute drive from Chania. Stop at Agia Sofia Cave (subject to conditions), a dramatic cave that contains a historic church, then head to the white sands and turquoise waters of Elafonisi Beach. Enjoy the dunes, the lagoon and facilities such as umbrellas, showers and snack bars (own expense), before heading home.

from $478

Per group

Elafonissi Beach Tour from Chania with stop in Elos Village

4.3

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8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

from $33

Knossos Palace, Museum & Rethymno city Private Tour from Chania

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10 hoursFree Cancellation

from $646

Per group

Discover a side of Crete that few other visitors get to experience—and enjoy a more personalized way to travel—on this private, full-day Jeep safari tour. After pickup from your Chania hotel, head into nature and off-road as you drive through the White Mountains, spot the Samaria Gorge, and more. In between, visit wine and olive oil producers, discover a 3,000-year-old olive tree, enjoy a traditional local lunch, and more.

Private - Jeep Safari Tour with Lunch and Tastings

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from $275

Crete’s 5-mile (8-kilometer) Imbros Gorge makes a scenic yet not too challenging hike—ideal for older travelers and families (under-14s go free). With included hotel pickup and no direct public bus connections from Chania, this affordable tour makes sense. A hiking escort keeps an eye on everyone, while you enjoy a seamless transfer to picturesque Sfakia for swimming and perhaps a taverna meal. Pay as you go for all expenses except guiding and transfers.

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From Chania: Imbros Gorge and Sfakia Experience Hike & Swim

4.5

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9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

from $45

Wine & Olive Oil Tour with Lunch at Milia Mountain Retreat

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7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $179

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Discover Crete’s beautiful landscapes and heritage on this full-day 4x4 safari. Sitting inside an all-terrain vehicle with a professional driver-guide at the wheel, you'll coast along dusty pathways, passing pretty villages and olive fields. Learn about life on the island and Crete's agriculture, then head off-road for an exhilarating ride up the mountains. Your tour concludes with a meal at a traditional family Cretan tavern.

Crete White Mountains Safari Including Lunch

4.7

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7 hoursFree Cancellation

from $114

Escape the tourist trail and spend a day exploring off the beaten track beauty near Georgioupolis. By traveling in a Land Rover, you’ll be able to access off-road sites that you wouldn’t discover otherwise. Visit incredible archaeological sites, traditional villages, and secluded beaches. If you work up an appetite, you won’t have to research where to eat as a delicious lunch in a family tavern is included. The tour will also take you to a winery, an olive oil factory, a castle, and multiple historical sites.

Georgioupolis Safari Off Road Tours Outdoor Activities Land Rover Defender

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Avoid the noise and stress of impersonal large-group tours with an personalized small-group tour to Elafonisi Beach and Milia Mountain Retreat. This isn’t just a transfer service as you'll take a guided tour around some beautiful Cretan villages before relaxing on Elafonisi Beach. Exclusive beach loungers and umbrellas are reserved for you so you won’t miss out. Refuel with a tasty Cretan lunch at Milia Mountain Retreat.

from $93

Elafonisi & Milia Mountain - Jeep Tour with Loungers and Lunch

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8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

from $197

4.5

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Full-Day Samaria Gorge Chania Guided Tour

15 hoursFree Cancellation

from $35

4.6

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Knossos, Lasithi, Zeus Cave & Olive Mill Farm Combo Tour

9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

from $60

• Amazing Gorge • Iconic Beaches • Scenic Drive •Seamless • Memorable • Uncompromising Experience a perfect mix of Adventure and Sightseeing, fully customized to your pace and preferences for a truly Unforgettable day. Your Private Day Trip begins with a breathtaking drive through Crete’s diverse landscape to Kourtaliotiko Gorge, where we escort you to the waterfalls. Swimming is optional, waterproof phone cases are provided, and your belongings remain safely supervised during the water sections. After the gorge, you choose your beach experience: Preveli Beach, known for its river and palm forest, or Kalypso Beach, a secluded cove with deep, clear waters ideal for swimming. Then, we can pause for lunch at a cozy seaside or mountain taverna, enjoying delicious local flavors and warm hospitality. You deserve the high standards of SunSud Tours. Shore Excursion • Cruise Friendly • Heraklion Port • Ports of Call Tours •Crete • From Heraklion, Rethymno, Elounda • Full Day Tour

Kourtaliotiko Gorge Waterfalls & Preveli/Kalypso Beach | Private

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7 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

from $111

Private Boat Trip Kissamos Balos (price per group - up to 10 people)

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3 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

from $694

Per group

Explore Crete’s diverse palm forests, gorges, and beaches on a full-day Land Rover safari with a guide to reveal the best of the island’s scenery and culture. Rumble along remote roads, passing landmarks like Prassano Gorge and Potamon Dam, and stopping to swim in the Libyan Sea. Get a taste of Cretan country life when you visit traditional villages like Spili, and enjoy a local tavern lunch with ambience to spare.

Cretan Safari – 4x4 Adventure to Preveli Beach with Lunch

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7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $112

Quad Safari Off-Road Tour

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5 hoursFree Cancellation

from $84

Explore the rugged and wild side of Crete on the off-road adventure tour. Travel comfortably in a Land Rover high up into the Dikti mountain range. By going on an organized tour, you won’t have to worry about getting lost in unmarked rural areas and an experienced driver drives with confidence on the mountain roads. When you’ve worked up an appetite, a delicious local Cretan lunch in a taverna is provided.

Zeus Cave, Lassithi Plateau, Olive Oil Factory, Kritza, Pottery

4.8

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7 hoursFree Cancellation

from $118

Venture away from the busy streets of Chania and spend a day exploring traditional Cretan villages on this full-day excursion. With a private guide, discover what makes Crete special as you learn about its ancient history, warm hospitality, and delicious gastronomy, and see its beautiful landscapes. Round out your day with a traditional Cretan lunch at a family-run taverna and a wine tasting at a local vineyard.

All Inclusive Full-day Private Tour of Crete Villages from Chania

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7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $305

Western Crete's rugged landscapes yield extraordinary produce, yet they're tough for ordinary vehicles to access. With a small group for a more personalized service, get off the beaten track on this intimate 4WD safari experience. Taste extra virgin olive oil and five different wines at the Anoskeli Winery Olive Mill; touch an ancient olive tree; and enjoy a Cretan lunch with a round of drinks and dessert.

Wine & Olive Oil Tour with Lunch - Semi Private Safari Tour

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7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $179

Enjoy some of Crete’s most beautiful beaches without the self-drive hassles on this guided small-group tour. Travel direct from your door to Kissamos, where you board a boat for Balos Beach and Lagoon, then savor the soft white sands. Next, ride a boat to Gramvousa Island (own expense), swim in the clear waters, and opt to hike to the 16th-century fortress. Your guide will drop you directly to your door.

Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay Full-Day Tour from Chania

3.6

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10 hoursFree Cancellation

from $24

Explore the White Mountains of Crete

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4.8

(169)

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

from $114

Unlock the mysteries of ancient Crete on this unforgettable full-day tour departing from Chania! Visit two of the island’s most iconic destinations — the historic city of Heraklion and the world-famous Palace of Knossos — and experience a journey through myth, history, and vibrant modern life. Why Choose This Tour? ✔️ Comprehensive and well-paced — balancing guided experiences with free time to explore ✔️ Expert storytelling by professional licensed guides ✔️ Travel in comfort with our air-conditioned luxury buses ✔️ Ideal for history enthusiasts, culture lovers, and curious travelers ✔️ Starting conveniently from Chania &Rethymnno — no need to worry about transport logistics! Follow the footsteps of ancient kings, explore one of the greatest civilizations in human history, and enjoy the lively atmosphere of Crete’s capital city — all in one exciting day! Reserve your Knossos Palace & Heraklion Day Tour today and make history part of your journey!

Full-Day Knossos and Heraklion Tour from Chania and Rethymno

4.0

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10 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

from $67

3.7

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Day Trip to Elafonisi Island From Chania with English Guide

10 hoursFree Cancellation

from $33

By our sailing boats "Izabela" and "Poseidon" we organise day cruises to Gramvousa and Balos. Our journey starts from Kissamos Port. After about 90 minutes of cruising, we will reach our first destination, the lagoon of Balos, one of the most beautiful beaches over the Europe. The turquoise water invites you to swimming and snorkeling. We will spend next two hours there, while you can enjoy the beach and relax. We will have a pleasure to offer you traditional and light Cretan lunch on board. Our next stop is the island of Imeri Gramvousa. There you can enjoy the beautiful beach and take a bath in the crystal clear water. On top of the island, you will find an old Venetian Castle. The views from there are really breath taking. Then we will head back. Anytime that the wind will be enough we will be experience sailing. On board you have for your disposal a cabin to rest or sleep, bathroom with shower. We provide snorkeling equipment. Ofered drinks are water, soft drinks, beer and wine.

Balos Lagoon Kissamos Shared Sailboat Tour Experience

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All Inclusive Full-day Private Tour of Crete Villages from Chania

from $155

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JOdi_N, Mar 2026

Beautiful tour of Crete

What an amazing day with our wonderful tour guide Maria. She was so friendly, knowledgeable and personalized our tour for us. The village meal was amazing we couldn’t believe how much food there was. We even got to take home some lemons and oranges from her own personal garden and they were so delicious! Highly recommended. 12/10 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Private Full-Day East Crete Tour from Heraklion

Daymen_S, Mar 2026

Amazing day in Crete!

Kostas was amazing as a driver and tour guide! In addition to seeing amazing sites and getting tons of information, he also helped us experience the smells of fresh fruit and flowers, the tastes of his countless homemade treats, and the hidden treasures must tourists will never see. His communication before and after the tour was amazing, he even sent us a customized itinerary for our next day where we were exploring alone after the tour was over! Thanks for the hospitality Kostas!

From Chania: Imbros Gorge and Sfakia Experience Hike & Swim

Jezyk_P, Oct 2025

Great Trip with Beautiful Views

We had a wonderful experience on this hike. Although it’s officially rated as “easy,” it didn’t feel that way for everyone in our group. Our guide, Nikos, explained that the difficulty rating comes from the official mountain authorities, not the travel agencies. Personally, I found it easy, but some people did struggle a bit. The trail is downhill all the way, so if you have knee problems, it might not be as easy as advertised. The scenery is absolutely beautiful, but you do need to keep your eyes on the path while walking, so make sure to stop now and then to enjoy the views. Regular trainers were fine for me, but walking boots might be a better choice for extra support. Our guide, Nikos, was fantastic - informative, funny and very attentive. After the hike, we even went for a refreshing swim while Nikos kindly went back to help struggling hikers. Overall, it was a great experience. Everything was well organised, clearly explained and we felt very well looked after. Highly recommend!

Elafonissi Beach Tour from Chania with stop in Elos Village

Tamas_S, Oct 2025

Highly recommended tour to Elafonisi Beach from Chania

I 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!

Balos & Falassarna Beach - Jeep Tour with Loungers and Lunch

Kenton_P, Oct 2025

Day at Balos and Falasarna Beach😎😎

This is the second activity we booked with Dimitris as our guide. What a beautiful day and fantastic sights! Dimitris made sure everything was perfect and it was perfection! We highly recommend this tour to Balos Lagoon views and the day at Falasarna Beach! Don’t skip these awesome places with this tour provider!

Elafonissi Beach Trip from Chania

Lisa_R, Oct 2025

Amazing beach and highly recommend.

I'm still in awe thinking about how beautiful this beach was. It's so hard to get good photos of it, as they just dont seem to show the brilliant and natural colors that you can visually see. I absolutely love beaches and have been to well over 100 of them. This is the most beautiful one I have ever seen. It didn't disappoint! It's a little bit of a walk to get to it from where the bus stops. It can get a little crowded, but you can walk about thigh high through the water to go across to another patch of land that had areas available to put a towel out and enjoy the scenery. It really does have pink sand! Beautiful!

Wine & Olive Oil Tour with Lunch at Milia Mountain Retreat

Susan_S, Oct 2025

Want to see the best of Crete , do this tour! Beautiful,,,delicious!

Wow! This tour was the best ever. Full day of beautiful scenery , amazing food and nice people ! Our tour guide Demetri was so knowledgeable and friendly. He shared so much about the culture and scenery. The food was amazing and we reallly enjoyed the olive oil and wine tastings. 5 wines. It will not disappoint!

Full-Day Small-Group Tour in Crete with Zeus Cave Visit

Jordan_B, Sep 2025

Perfect Way to Explore Crete

This was by far, one of the best activities and tours we have done and a great way to see the more mountainous side of Greece. It’s a family business and you can tell the people that work there all have a great time. Mike was our guide, and he made the whole day so fun, high energy, and informative along the way. I am so glad we did this tour and will recommend this tour / company to anyone who comes to visit Crete! Thank you, Mike, for making our day so memorable!

Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island

Beth_M, Sep 2025

Agios Nikalaos and Spinalonga Day Trip - Book Your Trip Now!

Day trip to Agios Nikalaos and Spinalonga is a must for visitors to Heraklion and the surrounding areas. Manos was a terrific and smart tour guide. He was very knowledgeable about the places that we visited. He also took special care that we knew when to be back to the bus for the next part of the trip. You get to see a lot of Lasithi on this trip. This part of Crete is extremely beautiful. The boat ride to Spinalonga Island was enjoyable with gorgeous scenery. Just about the right amount of time for each activity. Altino Travel Co. did a great job with all the travel arrangements. I highly recommend this tour.

Samaria Gorge Hiking from Chania with Professional Hiking Guide

Simon_O, Sep 2025

Amazing hike of Samaria Gorge

Amazing and challenging hike. As advertised. Amazing views and stunning scenery. The whole thing was well-organized. Prompt bus pickup at my hotel at 6am, and safe transportation to the start and from the ferry drop off. Amazing guide. You are at the whim Of the ferry schedule to start the return so it is a full day (back to my hotel at 9:00pm). Not for the feint of heart. The first 4km is a steep downward hike - stone stairs, uneven and rocky footing. The descent was less steep for the rest. But you need to maintain focus for footing.

The 7 Villages of Apokoronas Tour – Explore East Chania Mainland

Amanda_G, Jul 2025

Come hungry!

Great way to spend a few hours away from the regular touristy traps. Our group was small, 9 people and our driver Nikos was able to personally interact with everyone! We came in on a cruise ship, and although the port was not on the selected pickup spots, with a simple email we were able to get picked up in front of a grocery store directly across the street from the port exit. At each stop Nikos pointed out different plants and herbs in the wild that would be used in some of the food we ate along the way. Taking us for coffee, stopping at a family run cheese shop and bakery, and a local lunch all in more remote spots not as easily accessible without a personal driver made for quite a unique experience versus the standard cruise ship excursion.

The Real Cretan Cooking Experience

gary_l, Apr 2025

Fabulous!

Simply delightful! A true family experience with a dozen people. The hosts were magnanimous with their time, energy, teaching of local history and the good. The preparation was really fun , lots to laugh about and engage with others. The final product, the dinner was OMG fantastic. Strongly recommend this experience!