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By Crete Wanderer
Free cancellation available
Price is €550 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Combine the Balos Lagoon viewpoint and Elafonisi Beach on a 10-hour private road trip with a local driver and an air-conditioned vehicle. Reach the Balos viewpoint by the coastal dirt road and a walk; descending to the beach adds walking and an uphill return, so discuss whether it fits the day. Continue towards Elafonisi for time by the sea. This route involves substantial driving, so plan beach time and any optional village lunch within the booked duration. Balos admission remains included as stated in the offer. Meals and restaurant drinks are paid separately. The vehicle is private; the beaches are public destinations.

Activity location

  • Balos Lagoon
    • 734 00, Kissamos, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Balos Lagoon
    • 734 00, Kissamos, Greece

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Private Custom Tour

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

We can pick you up from:: Chania/Souda Cruise Port or your hotel in Chania Region, Stalos, Galatas, Agia Marina, Platanias, Maleme, Kolimbari, Kissamos
Private Custom Tour
Duration: 10 hours: Up to 10 hours
Bottled Water
Mercedes Benz Vito or similar
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
€275.00 x 2 Adults€550.00
Total
Price is €550.00

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Private transport
  • Inclusions
    Child Seats & Boosters: Available on request.
  • Inclusions
    Bottled water
  • Inclusions
    Balos admission fee
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses
  • Exclusions
    Beach Amenities: Sunbeds, umbrellas, and water sports at either beach.
  • Exclusions
    Food & Drinks: Meals, snacks, and café purchases at the beaches.
  • Exclusions
    Service charge: Optional but appreciated.

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a private individual (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law will not apply to your booking.

Activity itinerary

Balos Lagoon

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
A visit to Balos Lagoon is undeniably one of the crowning highlights of western Crete. This breathtaking natural wonder features crystal-clear, shallow turquoise waters dramatically contrasted against sweeping white and pink-tinted sands. From the panoramic viewpoints high above to the warm, inviting shoreline, the landscape exudes a pristine, tropical allure perfect for swimming, photography, or serene relaxation. Because this is an exclusive private experience, your time at Balos is entirely tailored to your rhythm. Whether you want to linger longer in the warm waters, hike for the ultimate panoramic photo, or simply soak in the wild beauty, the schedule adapts to your perfect holiday pace.

Kissamos

  • 2h
This isn't a rigid tour; it’s your private expedition. Whether you want to pause for a traditional Greek coffee in a village where time has stood still, stop at a local honey producer, or capture the dramatic Topolia Gorge from a secret viewpoint, your driver is ready to adjust. We tailor the pace and the stops to match your energy and interests, ensuring every mile of the journey is as rewarding as the destination.

Elafonissi Beach

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Your journey continues to the globally acclaimed Elafonisi Beach, a protected nature reserve celebrated for its enchanting pink crushed-shell sands and crystal-clear, shallow lagoons. Wade through the knee-deep, warm turquoise waters to explore the small, protected island just off the coast, dotted with rare sea daffodils and soft dunes. The contrast of the vibrant blue sea against the pastel shoreline creates a mesmerising, otherworldly backdrop. With the luxury of a private tour, you have the freedom to dictate how much time you spend marvelling at this natural paradise, ensuring a seamless, unhurried, and stress-free island escape.

Elos

  • 1h
After the salt and sun of Balos or Elafonisi, we retreat to the lush, green interior for a true Cretan "slow-food" experience. Depending on our route, we stop at hand-picked taverns in villages like Elos or Kaliviani. Here, you’ll taste authentic mountain cuisine: slow-roasted lamb, "boureki," handmade pasta, and seasonal vegetables grown in the fields next to your table. It’s the essential culinary conclusion to a day of Cretan exploration.

Location

Activity location

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    Balos Lagoon
    • 734 00, Kissamos, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Balos Lagoon
    • 734 00, Kissamos, Greece

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