Elafonissi Beach,Monastery 17th century & Wine Tasting

Pick-up:

Your hotel
or a nearby location

Group Size:

Day Trip by Bus

Duration:

~12 hours

Scenic drive through Crete’s stunning landscapes and mountain villages.
Visit the historic Chryssoskalitisa Monastery and its museum.
Relax on Elafonissi’s famous pink-sand beach and turquoise waters.
Walk across the shallow lagoon to the exotic island of Elafonissi.
Enjoy a tasting of authentic Cretan wines at a local winery.

PROGRAM

Morning start, hotel pick ups

Stop 1 – Chryssoskalitisa Monastery – 20 min stop

Stop 2 – Elafonissi Beach, Free time (4 hours)

Stop 3 – Winery – wine tasting free of charge

Return to hotels around 17.00 – 17.30

English-speaking guide

Public liability insurance

Includes: Transport, English-speaking guide, and guided tour.
Duration: ~10 hours.

31.00 €

TOP SELLING

Elafonissi Beach during an Elafonissi Day Trip in Crete

Sandy coastline and clear water at Elafonissi Beach

Elafonissi Beach lagoon and pink-tinted sand in Crete

Turquoise shallow waters at Elafonissi Beach Crete

Aerial view of Elafonissi Beach during an Elafonissi Day Trip

Chrysoskalitissa Monastery in western Crete

Chrysoskalitissa Monastery overlooking the sea in Crete

Bell tower of Chrysoskalitissa Monastery in Crete

Chrysoskalitissa Monastery side angle in Crete

Traditional wine tasting experience in Crete

Traditional stone wine cellar with barrels in Crete

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   Andrea Girelli 
 
 
 
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   Nicola Visoná 
 
 
 
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   Marion Lefresne 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excursion parfaite avec Ilies en minibus a balos Beach. Ils sont tous d'une grande gentillesse et cette excursion était une excellente alternative aux bateaux de tourisme énorme que l'on souhaitait fuir. Merci encore
  
 
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   Francesco Falaschi 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Abbiamo fatto una bella escursione da Kissamos alla laguna di Balos con il trasferimento fatto da Vasillis e la sua famiglia con jeep 4x4. Vasillis è stato davvero molto simpatico e disponibile e ci ha raccontato un sacco di cose sull'area. La gita dura 6 ore dalla partenza al rientro, di cui effettive in laguna, incluso il tratto da fare a piedi, di circa 3 ore e mezzo. Balos è fantastica, davvero unica ed irrinunciabile. La giornata era molto ventosa altrimenti saremmo stati volentieri più a lungo. Del resto non viaggiavano i barconi che ci hanno permesso di viverla senza calca. La strada sarebbe percorribile abbastanza bene anche da macchine a noleggio ma ATTENZIONE, QUASI SEMPRE OFF ROAD È ESCLUSO DAL CONTRATTO E PARE CHE TUTTE LE MACCHINE SIANO DITATE DI UN GPS CHE INFORMA AUTOMATICAMENTE LA COMPAGNIA CON PENALI SALATE. Consigliatissimo
  
 
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   Matteo Ielpo 
 
 
 
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   Vinciane Pawlak 
 
 
 
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   Steve GIRAUD 
 
 
 
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   theivax 
 
 
 
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Full Description

Begin with a scenic drive through magnificent nature from the north coast to the southwest, passing through small, picturesque mountain villages. Stop at the Monastery Chryssoskalitisa, one of the most impressive monasteries in Crete, known for its unique architecture, rich history, and breathtaking location near Elafonisi. Explore the small ecclesiastical museum, showcasing important religious artifacts.
Continue to the beach of Elafonissi, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Crete. Admire the crystal-clear waters, white and pink sand, and shells adorning its shores. The exotic character of the landscape, combined with the region’s unique natural beauty, offers an unforgettable experience. Wade through the shallow bridge of blue waters to the offshore island of Elafonissi. At its nearest point, it sits only 140 miles from the north coast of Africa, enhancing its tropical sun-kissed beach with soft coral sand and the deepest shades of white and pink.
After a morning of sea and sun, stop at a popular winery on the way back to your hotel. Taste delicious Cretan wine and reflect on your day of adventure.

Comfortable shoes
Sunglasses
Hat
Swimsuit
Towel
Sunscreen

Included:

Transport by air-conditioned bus
English-speaking guide
Public liability insurance
Guided tour in English

Not Included:

Food and drinks
Personal expenses

You will be informed about the pick-up point and time via email from our office.

Pick-up points:

Chania, Kato Daratso, Chrisi Akti, Agii Apostoli, Kalamaki, Stalos, Agia Marina, Platanias, Gerani, Pyrgos Psilonerou, Maleme, Kamisiana, Tavronitis, Kolymbari, Kissamos.
The pick-up point will be from your hotel or a nearby location.

Duration of the excursion: Approximately 10 hours.