From Chania:Elafonissi Beach Day Trip, Elos, Honey & Wine Tasting

Discover the beauty of western Crete on a comfortable day trip from Chania. Travel in a modern, fully air-conditioned coach with a professional driver and tour escort. Before reaching Elafonissi Beach, visit the Stathakis Family Honey Experience to taste four varieties of local honey and complimentary Cretan wine. Then enjoy 4 hours of free time at the famous Elafonissi Beach, known for its crystal-clear turquoise waters, shallow lagoons, and unique pink sand. A complimentary beach umbrella (one per booking, upon request) is included for added comfort. On the return journey, stop at the traditional village of Elos, where you can enjoy an optional lunch, coffee, or a stroll among the chestnut trees. The tour is operated by an ISO 39001-certified local company with organized pickup, comfortable transportation, and a strong commitment to safety. Tour commentary is in English, with bilingual German and French assistance available.

Itinerary

1. Elafonissi Beach with its famous Pink Coral Sand is considered to be one of the most famous beaches all over the world as per the most famous travel guides. Elafonissi "breaks" in two parts by water giving the impression of being a separate island. Elafonissi is a “Natura 2000” protected area. The island is full of dunes with sand lilies and junipers (like-cedar trees). The endangered turtles Caretta-Caretta and several rare animals nest on the island and it is strictly forbidden to remove any plants, animals from the area. Exotic beach with white sand and turquoise waters, reminding of the Caribbean, are formed on either sides of the peninsula. The sand is pinkish in many places, taking its color from thousands of broken shells. Near the “breaking" point of the peninsula, the water does not exceed 1m, creating a small lagoon, ideal for children. The eastern side of the beach, in front of the lagoon, is well organized and has the most people. (4h 0min)
2. Elos Chestnut village is a famous with the locals village well known for its amazing natural beauty with its amazing chestnut forest as well as with it's amazing traditional tavernas that provide a unique culinary experience in the paths of the Cretan nutrition. (1h 5min)