Top 4 Private Drivers in Crete

1.Balos Gramvousa Cruise with Transfer and Boat Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 925 reviews · from $47Our pick

Review of the Chania to Balos and Gramvousa cruise, with boat details, hiking tips, costs, swimming advice, and practical planning help.

“I think we got what we paid for with this trip. If you are on a budget and want to see Balos lagoon then this is probably the best (only?) way to do it from Chania at the price. We got what we expected, and yes it was extremely touristy but that's what this trip is mainly meant to be. The ferry is very crowded and nothing special, but we weren't expecting that. Balos is amazing, and Gramavousa is great also. Would have maybe liked a bit more time at the former but we knew the timings going in. If you want something more intimate and can afford it, maybe…”

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2.Off-Road Quad Safari Evening Tour with Hotel Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 474 reviews · 4 hours · from $67

Review of Crete’s evening quad safari, with olive oil tasting, mountain villages, sunset views, hotel transfers, costs, and practical tips.

“I’m so happy with this trip! The whole tour was amazing, and the guide honestly, the best guy ever 😎 Even though I didn’t always listen (once I almost ran him over and another time nearly gave him a heart attack 🙈), he was still the best! Highly recommend and seriously, listen to what he says 😅 He’ll take you to the coolest spots and snap awesome photos 📸”

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3.Snorkeling Boat Trip with Lunch and Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 345 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $81

Review of Crete’s Malia snorkeling cruise with hotel transfers, swim stops, lunch, drinks, and clear sea views for $81.

“Pick up right on time, friendly crew, trip not too short or too long - we all loved it. Priced just right - value for money.”

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4.Elafonisi Beach Day Trip with Elos Stop and Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 306 reviews · from $33Best value

Review of Chania’s Elafonisi Beach day trip, with pink sand, hotel transfers, mountain scenery, an Elos food stop, and practical tips.

“Everything was great! Our guider - Dimitris was excellent, very wise man. The driver - Ioanis also excellent. We had a very good time on the trip. Astonishing views through the canion and mountains. The beach was great. I highly recommend the trip.”

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