From Chania:Elafonissi Beach Day Trip, Elos, Honey & Wine Tasting
Traveler rating
4.3/5
Based on 193 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is From Chania:Elafonissi Beach Day Trip, Elos, Honey & Wine Tasting worth booking?
From Chania:Elafonissi Beach Day Trip, Elos, Honey & Wine Tasting is a 8-hour experience in Chania, Greece, from $14 per person. It scores 73 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 193 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 73 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (193)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $14 per person
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 Stathaki
What you get
- Complimentary local wine tasting
- 4 full hours at Elafonissi Beach
- Free beach umbrella loan, included at no extra cost, one per booking upon request
- Tasting of four Cretan honey varieties
- Visit to the Stathakis Family Honey Experience
- One-hour stop in Elos village
About this experience
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.
What's included
Included
- Complimentary local wine tasting
- 4 full hours at Elafonissi Beach
- Free beach umbrella loan, included at no extra cost, one per booking upon request
- Tasting of four Cretan honey varieties
- Visit to the Stathakis Family Honey Experience
- One-hour stop in Elos village
- Transportation by modern, fully air-conditioned coach from our young fleet
- Pickup and drop-off from selected meeting points
- Professional driver
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Gratitude/Tips
- Lunch and drinks in Elos
- Sunbeds
What you'll see and do
Elafonissi Beach
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.
240 minutes here · Admission not included
Elos
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.
65 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Fantasy Travel
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Remember to bring the following items: sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, swimsuit and beach towel
- Rubbish disposal as well as removing seashells from the beach is prohibited
- Elafonissi beach is approximately 1.5 hours drive from Chania
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 193 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
4 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
193 verified traveler reviews for From Chania:Elafonissi Beach Day Trip, Elos, Honey & Wine Tasting. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Not to be missed
We had the sweetest and funniest guide 🥰🥰
via Tripadvisor
Beautiful beach and tasty honey
Guide was approachable and engaging, beach was very beautiful and the honey was delicious
via Tripadvisor
Elafonisi is amazing…
When you are heading out to Elafonisi beach be prepared for it yo get very busy. It’s a very popular beach. Loved that the tour operator offers free use of an umbrella. Also had a Stop over to taste honey and wine of the area.
via Viator
GetYourGuide blames Platanos Travels but they both rip us off £70.90!
GetYourGuide blames Platanos Travels but they both rip us off £70.90!That is the incredibly frustrating experience my family and our 9 year old went through. We were caught in the middle of a completely unfair situation of finger-pointing game while losing £70.90. What we realised was that GetYourGuide as a booking platform and the local operator Platanos Tours just took us for granted because we were new to the area by blaming each other while exploiting that sort of classic third-party loophole. GetYourGuide stated that they only process tickets, while Platanos Tours claimed they had not received the booking funds. As it became evident that both companies were not being accountable, we reported the issue to paypal which we used to make the payment as their customer service was not being helpful. Later, in unison they both tried to say we should have cancelled the booking 24 hours before the trip meanwhile the booking was done mistakenly less than 24 hours before the trip. In fact, one lady at platanos tours became even abusive!
via Tripadvisor
Wine at 9am. No cave visit. Poorly organised and very busy beach!
This was a very poor trip sadly and we were so looking forward to this day we planned and came away really dissapointed. We have had great experiences and trips so far on viator, until this one. First of all this started off badly getting the coach. We were the first ones at the bus stop waiting 20 mins before our pick up time of 7:50am. We waited exactly where the pin on the map said. We ended up being the last on the coach because the tour guide had decided to wait down the road next to another coach. This other coach was doing a different tour, picking up at the exact same time and was the same coach provider, so as you can imagine, very confusing and that driver got fed up of tourists asking if this was their coach! The guide took everyones names down the other end of the street so we didn't even see her behind the large crowd for the other tour, so ended up getting on last minute. The wine tasting comes first at 9am. It was like a cattle market as you turn up to the small space longside several other coaches. Not a pleasant experience, hardly any tables left. You have to queue up for your shot glass of wine and the honey tasting off a stick, with several people pushing in and pushing you out the way. Not relaxing and at 9am, who drinks wine! You spend 20 minutes of the half an hour dedicated here queing up and forget nipping to the loo as no time due to queues. I will say the honey tastes really good. But it is not a 'tasting' experience. Why not do this after the beach trip in the afternoon? Would be much better. The beach is a 20 minute walk to from where the coach drops you off. Some big rocks to go down which is not mentioned in the trip details. This may be an issue for some people with mobility issues so wanted to mentuon, as the walk back up in the heat with all beach gear is tough! The beach itself is beautiful to see, clear water and pink sand. But the actual reality is, it is heaving, noisy and you cannot get one photo of the lovely beach due to the volume of people! There are people listening to loud music or videos with no headphones in so it disturbs everyone else. People sit right on top of eachother, so you get no space really to spread out. The minute someone leaves, someone else arrives so you constantly have people walking all around you when lay down. It was the most unrelaxed we felt all holiday and it was very much one of those instagram vs reality places sadly. The same 2 lads were late back to the bus at every stop we made, really frustrating for the rest of ua and after the beach they were 25 mins late back. The guide was trying to figure out where they were, but why hang around? If they can't be bothered to get back in time like the rest of the coach then we should not all have to wait for them. We all had to sit waiting and then they turned up covered in sand so we had to wait again while they got cleaned up and dressed as they were not allowed to get sand on the chairs - something we were told before getting off for the beach. The tour guide on the bus was not a guide in any way, no 'tour' or history given when driving through Kissamos, no talking at all apart from details of the trip when we were getting off etc and telling us all we will see is trees. We did not see the cave, no idea why this was missed. We visited the next town after and this was in my opinion pretty pointless. We figured they must take you here purely as they have a deal going on with the restaurant owners, as there is a church, a pharmacy and 3 places to stop and eat. Very basic food. You spend an hour here so all we could do was have a drink and waste the hour. The highlight here was seeing a kitten. Then starting the journey home, no talking again, most of the coach slept and we arrived back later than planned at 6pm due to the guys being late back on the coach. Don't waste your money and find a quiet beach elsewhere.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $14 to $28
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 68
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Fantasy Travel, who run 9 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 62.7.
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From Chania:Elafonissi Beach Day Trip, Elos, Honey & Wine Tasting: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Chania.
How much does From Chania:Elafonissi Beach Day Trip, Elos, Honey & Wine Tasting cost?
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Prices start at $14 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Chania usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does From Chania:Elafonissi Beach Day Trip, Elos, Honey & Wine Tasting take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Chania is not rushed.
Is From Chania:Elafonissi Beach Day Trip, Elos, Honey & Wine Tasting worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 73 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 193 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Chania, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule From Chania:Elafonissi Beach Day Trip, Elos, Honey & Wine Tasting?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is From Chania:Elafonissi Beach Day Trip, Elos, Honey & Wine Tasting suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book From Chania:Elafonissi Beach Day Trip, Elos, Honey & Wine Tasting?
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Around 68 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Chania can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Chania and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does From Chania:Elafonissi Beach Day Trip, Elos, Honey & Wine Tasting start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Chania within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Chania?
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On Outty we rank every Chania experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Half-Day Rethymno Quad Safari, Elafonisi & Falasarna Small Group Tour from Chania w/snacks, Balos & Falassarna Beach - Jeep Tour with Loungers and Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Chania?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Chania?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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