Small-Group Two-Beach Day, Snacks

Small-Group Two-Beach Day, Snacks, rated 5 across 247 traveller reviews.

Overview

This trip from Chania pairs Elafonisi and Falasarna, two of Crete's sandy beach destinations, with a stop in the village of Vouves to see the world's oldest olive tree and taste extra virgin Cretan olive oil.

The day is built around water time. Elafonisi offers warm, shallow water and lagoons to wander, while Falasarna brings fine white sand and crystal clear water. Between beaches, the bus winds through the countryside with an audiovisual presentation on Cretan customs and a local guide on board. Snack boxes with sandwiches and Cretan pies, plus cold drinks, wine, beer and bottled water, are carried on board, and reviewers repeatedly mention that umbrellas and beach mats are handed out too.

It suits travellers who would rather not deal with the driving. One reviewer noted the mountain roads on the route and was glad the driver handled them, and the small-group format means the day stays personal rather than feeling like a big coach outing.

What's Included

Included

Audiovisual presentation of Cretan customs on the bus, USB charging ports in bus
Small group up to 15 people
WiFi on board
Οlive oil tasting
Cold soft drinks, beer, wine, bottled water
Sandwiches, Cretan pies in a snack box
Local tour guide
Public liability insurance
Air-conditioned vehicle
2027:This activity operates every Wednesday & Saturday from May 19 to the end of September.

Not Included

Sunbeds on the beach
Gratuities

Itinerary

Departure from ChaniaSet out from Chania in an air-conditioned vehicle with a local guide, WiFi, USB charging ports and an audiovisual presentation on Cretan customs during the drive.
Elafonisi beachSwim in warm, shallow waters and explore the lagoons. Note that visitors walk about 500 meters from the parking area to the beach, since the protected site does not allow buses closer.
Falasarna beachRelax on fine white sand with crystal clear water. One reviewer counted Falasarna as a favourite, while another rated Elafonisi even higher.
Vouves olive treeStop in the village of Vouves to visit the world's oldest olive tree and sample extra virgin Cretan olive oil.
Return to ChaniaHead back with snacks and cold drinks available on board.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points shape the day, from the walk into Elafonisi to what the snack box actually covers.

Getting to Elafonisi. The beach is a protected area, so buses park roughly 500 meters away and travellers walk in. Comfortable shoes make that stretch easier.
Food and drink. A snack box with sandwiches and Cretan pies is included, along with cold soft drinks, beer, wine and bottled water.
Beach gear. Sunbeds on the beach are not included. Several reviewers mention that beach mats and umbrellas are provided instead, so there is a place to settle without renting anything.
Group feel. The cap is 15 travellers, and reviewers mention groups that ran smaller than that.
Weather dependence. The experience requires good weather, and it can be cancelled and rebooked or refunded if conditions are poor.
Photography stops. Reviewers describe photo stops along the route, including a viewpoint over a gorge, and one mentioned sightings of mountain goats and vultures.

Common issues. The tour is not wheelchair accessible, though pushchairs are fine and infant seats are available. Cancellation is strict inside 24 hours, and the operator requires a minimum number of travellers, so the day can be called off and rebooked or refunded if that minimum is not met. Sunbeds and gratuities are not included. The 500 meter walk into Elafonisi is worth knowing about for anyone with limited mobility.

Common Questions

What is included in the price?

Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle, a local guide, a snack box with sandwiches and Cretan pies, cold soft drinks, beer, wine and bottled water, an olive oil tasting, WiFi and USB charging on board, and public liability insurance. The group is capped at 15 travellers.

What is not included?

Sunbeds on the beaches and gratuities are excluded. Everything listed as included, including food, drinks and the olive oil tasting, is covered.

How do I get to the start point?

The tour departs from Chania and the departure point is near public transportation. Confirmation is received at the time of booking.

Is it suitable for children or people with limited mobility?

Infant seats are available and pushchairs are accessible, and most travellers can participate. The tour is not wheelchair accessible, and travellers need to walk about 500 meters from the parking area to Elafonisi beach because the protected site bans buses from parking closer.

What is the cancellation policy?

A full refund is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Inside 24 hours there is no refund and changes are not accepted. If the operator cancels for poor weather or because the minimum number of travellers is not met, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

What should I bring?

Comfortable shoes for the walk into Elafonisi. Mats and umbrellas are provided according to multiple reviewers, but sunbeds are not, and drinks are supplied on board throughout the day.