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Beach Trips 

Looking for that perfect sandy beach in Crete? Visit Crete’s absolut top beaches! Even if you appreciate the culture and all the lovely food here, having a fantastic beach experience is still on top of the list for most of our summer visitors. On the west coast we have world famous beaches such as Balos and Elafonissi, both child friendly with shallow waters. Falassarna beach is a bit closer to Chania and perfect if you want to find a beach closer by. The south coast has also a lot of beautiful places to see such as Loutro, Previlli, Sougia and Paleochora, book one of our Private Excursions to get the best experience. If you like a bit more action check out our boat excursion for a day with Sea & Sun, and fun!

 

Top Beaches in Crete

Loutro - a favorit on the south side

SEA AND SUN - FULL DAY  The journey to Loutro is an unforgettable experience, offering breathtaking views of Crete’s rugged southern coast. Loutro is accessible only by boat or on...
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Falassarna

SEA AND SUN - FULL DAY Falassarna Beach is located in the western part of Cape Gramvousa. It is one of the most famous beaches in Greece, which has been awarded as the best beach of Crete and one...
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Falassarna Sunset

SEA AND SUN - HALF DAY  Why to choose Falassarna afternoon? Watch the amazing sunset. Have fun and choose between a variety of water sports (at extra cost). Swim in the crystal-clear waters ...
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PREVELI BEACH - Palm Beach

SEA AND SUN - FULL DAY Preveli is located about 35km south of Rethymno and 10km east of Plakias. Beach of Preveli, also known as Lake Preveli or Phoenix, is located at the exit of the imposing Ko...

From Kissamos with Private Boats to Balos Beach and Gramvousa Island

From Kissamos Harbour! Rent a Private Boat for a half or full day!  With or without skipper! Go on your own and spend your day at Balos Beach and Gramvousa Island. Leaving from the harbour of Kissamos you will reach Balos after 1h. Boats available are STORM and POSEIDON Blue Water.

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Ferry tickets to Balos Only 5h

Our 5 hour cruise to Balos depart daily from the port of Kissamos. Enjoy a comfortable and wonderful cruise and spend approx 3 hours in this exotic beach-lagoon, which is a rare natural monument of incredible beauty. The ship departs everyday from the port of Kissamos for Balos lagoon. STEP 1:  Buy fast and smoothly your Ticket here! Departure 10.30 - Back at port 15:40 Departure 13.15 - Back at port 18:15 STEP 2 : Show your voucher and get your Boardingpass at the office CRETAN DAILY CRUISES wich is in Kissamos harbour: Port of Kissamos   Please be at port at leats  40 minutes prior departure! STEP 3:  Go on board the cruise and enjoy your day! Attention: The timetable changes according the season.  GOOD TO KNOW The facilities on the ferry accepts only credit cards, no cash! There are plenty of parking  The Municipality of Kissamos charges €1 from each ticket (paid in cash), as an administrative fee for passengers over 13 years old. In Gramvousa and Balos, you may return to the ship at any time, but make sure you are back at least 10 minutes before departure.  Details of your trip The ferry leaves from the port of Kissamos and sails in the bay for an hour, after a while you will see a large cave known to be an ancient shipyard. At the end of the bay you will see an impressive geological phenomenon, over time Crete’s west side is rising and the eastern side is sinking. This is happening because of the movement of the African tectonic plate under the Eurasian plate. You can see the ancient coastline along the rocky shore.The self-service bar stays open throughout the whole cruise, offering light meals, salads, soft drinks, coffee, ice creams and more.   Balos Lagoon    Balos is mentioned as one of the best beaches in Europe. A beautiful exotic beach with warm turquoise water. It’s a true beauty! The ferry will stay at the Balos beach 3 hours. You may also stay in the ferry and enjoy sunbathing if you wish. There is a self-catering restaurant in the ferry you can buy food or beverages at any time.

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BALOS LAGOON TOUR

EVERY DAY - FULL DAY - WITH TRANSFER One of Crete’s top beaches! Visit one of Europe's most beautiful beaches, Balos Lagoon with crystal clear waters and white sand, with a stop at the Gramvousa island. A wonderful boat cruise with all the comforts on board.  Details of your trip Total cost of the excursion: Adults 54€ The total price for an adult is 54€. An adult will pay 28€ upon booking and the remaining amount 26€ will be paid in cash at bus to the guide. Children 32.50€ The total price for a child age 3-11,99 yrs is 33€. A child will pay 20€ upon booking and the remaining amount 13€ will be paid in cash at bus to the guide. Children under 3 yrs are free of charge.   Your day starts with being picked up from your hotel or at one of the specific pick up points. On the bus the guide is going to give you all the necessary information about the cruise. The ferry is waiting for you when you arrive at the port of Kissamos. There is a self-service point on board where you can buy meals, snacks and drinks. You can freely choose your seat either on the outside deck or inside. From the port, it is less than an hour's sea journey to Balos lagoon. You have possibility to swim in the crystal clear waters and enjoy sunbathing at the beach or on board. The break at Balos beach is 2,5 hours. It is only 20 minutes from Balos to the island of Gramvousa. There will be 1 hour and 45 minutes break on the island where you can stay ashore for a swim, hike up to the Venetian fortress of Gramvousa or stay on the ferry. From the island of Gramvousa, there is a direct return to the port of Kissamos-Kastelli. During the boat trip, it's a great opportunity to admire the scenery from the sea when the sun is already behind you. The ferry is arriving at 17:45 to the port and the return time in Chania is approximately by 19:00. The facilities on ferry accepts only credit cards, no cash! Notice! To see the Gramvousa fortress you need to walk uphill a couple of hundred of meters to reach the top of the island.

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From Falassarna to Balos Beach - with Speed Boat

Sea & Sun -  HALF DAY Join us a trip to Balos Beach witch starts from Falassarna.  A 11 meters long Speed Boat is waiting to take you from Falassarna to Bal...
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Elafonissi - PRIVATE TRANSFER

SEA AND SUN - PRIVATE TRANSPORATION - 7h Visit Crete’s most loved beach, Elafonissi, the time which suits best to you and your travelling company! The private transportation gives you possibilities for more flexible schedule.     DETAILS OF YOUR TRIP You will be picked up at your accommodation by a driver who will give you basic information about the day in English. The route will go by Topolia and Elos villages in both ways. During the drive to Elafonissi you can have a coffee break in any of the villages on the way if you wish. There is also possibility for other additional stops for example at Agia Sofia cave in Topolia or close to Elafonissi at the Monastery of Chrisoskalitissa. Depending the time used for stops you will have maximum 4 hours in Elafonissi to sunbathe and swim in the crystal clear water. A fantastic place which often is called the “Cretan Maldives” due to fine sand and turqouise clear waters. When choosing a private transportation you are free to choose the most suitable time for you. Just remember that the total duration of this trip is 7 hours. In case you would like to have more time, the additional hours are with extra payment. The private transportation can be arranged up to 13 participants. * Prices are valid for departure from Platanias region

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Elafonissi Road Trip

Be first at Elafonisi! This is when the beach is at its best - no crowds and a great opportunity to catch the best spots and a sunbed with umbrella! Direct Guided Road Trip to Elafonisi Beach with a stop for lunch on the return.  DETAILS OF YOUR TRIP Located in the southwest corner of Crete, this magical beach captivates with its crystal clear waters and white pinkish sand... Early pick up from your hotel, a small participating group and a direct drive through western Crete to the southwest corner of the island will guarantee that you will be among the first ones to reach the beautiful Elafonisi beach.  Relax and enjoy a slow-paced beach for three hours to wade in the shallow water, swim and explore the unique surroundings. The clear water paradise beach of Elafonissi is also often called the Maldives of Crete. It is also a part of Natura 2000 which is a network of protected areas covering Europe's most valuable and threatened species and habitats. On the way back we will stop for a lunch in one of the local taverns in a small village along the way. Route: Platanias - Kaloudiana - Voulgaro - Topolia - Elos -  Elafonisi - Elos - Topolia - Voulgaro - Kaloudiana -Platanias  Duration 7h  

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Elafonissi Tour - BESTSELLER - 30 Eur

EVERY DAY - SEA AND SUN Visit Crete’s most loved beach, Elafonissi! A magical place on the southwest coast with crystal clear waters and beautiful pink sand. One of Europe’s top beaches. Book now!  DETAILS OF YOUR TRIP You will be picked up by the bus at your pick up point. The drive will go through Western Crete and the village of Topolia where we will have the a 30 minute stop for refreshments/breakfast or a visit in a small stalactite cave called Agia Sofia. We will reach Elafonisi about 11:15 and we will stay there about 3,5 to 4 hours. It is a short walk of about 15 minutes from the bus down to the beach. You will have a plenty of time to walk through the shallow water to discover the beautiful area of Elafonisi, to sunbathe and to swim in the crystal clear water. A fantastic place which often is called as "The Cretan Maldives”. As we return with the bus, there will be a stop in a local village for late lunch for approx. one hour. The guiding in the tour is in English. Schedule: 08:00-09:05 Pick-Ups On the way we make a stop at either Agia Sofia Cave (30 min) or at Stathakis family and their exhibition and to taste some honey (30 min).  11:15 Arrival at Elafonisi 15:15 Departure from Elafonisi On the way a stop at local village for late lunch (approx. 1 h) 17:30-19:00 Arrival at your hotel Children tickets from 3 y/o up to 12 y/o.

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