Crete
The beach day trips: Balos pooling turquoise behind its sandbar, best arrived at by boat past Gramvousa’s pirate fortress, and Elafonisi answering with pink sand in the far corner. Crete’s two cover-photo beaches, one per day.
Discover Crete’s highlights with a full-day boat cruise to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa, featuring stunning scenery, historical sites, and crystal-clear waters.
Most Popular“It was a large boat, more like a ferry, but it took us to Balos Lagoon and to Gramvousa, The ferry moored right on the beach an we were able to get off without needing to get in the water. Food on board was OKish.”
Discover the stunning pink sands of Elafonisi on a guided day trip from Chania, with scenic drives, cultural stops, and ample beach relaxation—perfect for a memorable Crete getaway.
“It was a really nice day! We started with a walk to a cave and some refreshments. We then went to Elafonissi, which was beautiful! It was hot, so bring sunscreen, hats, etc. however we were given more than enough time to enjoy and there…”
Discover Crete’s stunning Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island on a full-day boat tour from Chania, including transfer, guided commentary, and free time to explore.
“Definitely would do it again if I will be there, great quality for price. I recommend to prepare yourself before the trip and pack everything in waterproof backpack, it’s necessary to jump from the ship to the sea and swim to lagoon. The information should…”
Discover Crete’s stunning Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island with this full-day tour featuring scenic boat rides, hiking, and authentic Greek views.
“The trip was amazing. The guide and the driver were very nice and everything was well organized. You have enough time to enjoy the lagoon of Balos and Gromvousa Island. I recommend.”
Discover Crete’s stunning pink sand beaches on this full-day tour from Rethymno, featuring scenic drives, local villages, and 4 hours of beach time.
“There was a road closure in the morning which meant the coach couldn't reach ya, but they called me and arranged a taxi and it was a smooth process. Very well organised! The guide was lovely and very knowledgeable. Wonderful trip!”
Discover the stunning pink sands of Elafonisi on this full-day Crete trip from Rethymno. Enjoy scenic drives, cultural stops, and ample beach time for a memorable experience.
“Everything was perfectly organised and our guide was wonderful! The breaks at the tavern were convienient. We had a great trip! We went during high season so the beach was very crowded and no sunbeds available easily during the time, but it was definitely worth…”
Experience Crete’s stunning Elafonissi Beach with a full-day guided trip from Chania, including scenic stops in Elos Village and expert local insights.
“Elafonisi Beach is a beautiful location and we enjoyed almost 4 hours there. The outbound journey included a stop where there was a cafe and a sacred cave for those who chose to climb the steps up to it (no charge for the cave). If…”
Experience Crete's famous pink-sand Elafonisi Beach with this guided day tour offering scenic drives, free beach time, and hassle-free pickup for under $60.
“it was a lovely place to go, the guide is lovely and helpful. although the beach is packed full of tourists but it is expected for a popular place. the heat was unbearable, but not company’s fault. overall it was a lovely day out”
Experience Crete’s stunning Balos Lagoon on a boat cruise from Kissamos port with clear waters, scenic caves, and spectacular views, perfect for a day of relaxation.
“Never heard or saw any guide. Difficult to find the correct boat, and trouble having to pay 2 euros of tax while the boat is waiting to depart. Just managed to jump on before it left. Good deal for wine on board though. And Balos…”
Experience Crete's stunning beaches and historic sites on this full-day tour to Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay, with boat tickets and transfers included.
“The most beautiful beach I've ever seen... The program is well-organized, it takes 12 hours as it is indicated. You can spend around 3 hours on Balos beach and 1,5 hours in Gramvousa island. We didn't go up to the ruins, we chose a beach…”
Discover Crete’s stunning Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island on a full-day boat trip from Chania, featuring scenic views, historical sites, and swimming opportunities.
“It was an amazing day! Balos beach and Gramvuosa were beautiful to say the least.The guide was excellent and so was the driver! I highly recommend this tour!”
Experience a full day exploring Crete’s stunning Balos Lagoon and charming Chania Old Town with this guided cruise from Heraklion. Perfect for nature lovers and history buffs alike.
“Our recent tour to Balos Lagoon was truly an incredible experience, despite a few weather challenges. While it was quite windy during our cruise, leading to some big waves that made us a bit nervous and caused some seasickness, we were incredibly grateful for our…”
Discover Crete's stunning Elafonisi Beach on an affordable, well-organized bus trip that includes mountain drives, free beach time, and charming village stops.
“beautiful drive through the mountains with a stop at a local honey producer in the morning, 4hrs free time at the beach then a good lunch stop at a village in the mountains”
Experience Crete’s stunning pink sand beach on a guided day trip from Chania, with scenic mountain drives, a historic village stop, and plenty of beach time.
“amazing tour and the best beach I have seen so far. just loved it the restaurant we went after the beach is another beautiful surprise. thank you and hopefully see u next year”
Discover the beauty of Crete with a full-day trip from Chania to Elafonissi Beach, featuring stunning pink sands, scenic stops, and expert guides, all at a great value.
“The Elafonissi tour was great! Simona, our guide, was amazing and so was the driver. Everything was perfectly on time and very well organized. We discovered some lovely local restaurants along the way, and Elafonissi itself was stunning (even though the sand wasn’t as pink…”
Minoan palaces, pink sand and gorges worth the boot room.