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15 Greek Beach Days You Have to Book a Ride To

108 tours  ·  from $10

The best sand here sits at the end of a dirt track or a boat ride. These 15 cover Balos, Elafonisi, Chrissi and the rest, with what the transport costs and how long you actually get on the sand.

From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa - What the big boat is really like
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From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa

1.From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 6,755 reviews · 7 hours · from $47Our pick

Spend seven hours aboard a large, comfortable ferry from Kissamos Port, visiting Gramvousa Island and Balos Lagoon. Swim from rocky shores, see a shipwreck, hike to a Venetian castle, and enjoy about two hours at each stop. This is independent sightseeing with crew support and a multilingual audio guide, not a guided walking tour.

“Water was so nice, ride was smooth. Wkuld totally recommend”

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Zakynthos: Shipwreck Beach with Blue Caves Land & Sea Tour - Bochali gives you the opening view
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Zakynthos: Shipwreck Beach with Blue Caves Land & Sea Tour

2.Shipwreck Beach with Blue Caves Land & Sea Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,774 reviews · 7 - 9 hours · from $58

Spend 7 to 9 hours touring Zakynthos by air-conditioned minibus and glass-bottom boat. Visit Bochali, Xigia, Makris Gialos, and Shipwreck Beach, then swim at White Beach and explore the Blue Caves. Guides such as Dina, Zack, Fotis, and Dimitris are praised for local stories, humor, and helpful photo stops. Boat tickets cost extra.

“Absolutely incredible from start to finish, truly breathtaking sights! Our tour guide was fantastic and full of knowledge and history about the island and its people. Really worth the time and money!”

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Zakinthos: Shipwreck Beach and Blue Caves Land and Sea Tour - Bohali gives you the first big view
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Zakinthos: Shipwreck Beach and Blue Caves Land and Sea Tour

3.Zakinthos: Shipwreck Beach and Blue Caves Land and Sea Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,359 reviews · 7 - 9 hours · from $58

Spend 7 to 9 hours touring northern Zakynthos by air-conditioned minibus and boat. Swim at Xigia, the Blue Caves, and White Beach, see Navagio Shipwreck from sea and cliff, stop in Bohali and Exo Chora, and travel with guides such as George, Spiros, Petros, or Markos. The $58 price excludes the boat ticket.

“The tour was very well planned and we got to see so many different sights”

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From Chania: Day Trip to Elafonisi Island Pink Sand Beach - Topolia Gorge and the first food stop
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From Chania: Day Trip to Elafonisi Island Pink Sand Beach

4.Day Trip to Elafonisi Island Pink Sand Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,014 reviews · 450 minutes - 12 hours · from $38

Join a guided coach trip from Chania to Elafonisi, with hotel-area pickup, a stop in Topolia, four hours at the beach, and lunch in Elos. Guides may speak English, German, or Danish. Expect narrow mountain roads, clear shallow water, protected dunes, and a long but scenic day.

“The tour was really great. Our driver and guide were amazing.”

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City Sightseeing Athens, Piraeus & Beach Riviera Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours - The Piraeus Line: useful from a cruise ship
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City Sightseeing Athens, Piraeus & Beach Riviera Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours

5.City Sightseeing Athens, Piraeus & Beach Riviera Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,887 reviews · 1 hour 50 minutes (approx.) · from $26

Explore Athens, Piraeus, and the Athenian Riviera by open-top double-decker bus. Choose a 24, 48, or 72-hour pass with access to one, two, or three routes, plus audio commentary in 13 languages, Wi-Fi, and stops near the Acropolis, museums, beaches, marinas, and cruise terminals.

“Great value. Didn’t have time to stop and absorb all the sites so this was a great way to get the highlights. Clean bus. Audio well done.”

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Porto Vromi: Navagio Shipwreck Beach & Blue Caves by Boat - Seeing the MV Panagiotis at Navagio
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Porto Vromi: Navagio Shipwreck Beach & Blue Caves by Boat

6.Porto Vromi: Navagio Shipwreck Beach & Blue Caves by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,284 reviews · from $33

Set out from Porto Vromi Maries for Navagio Shipwreck Beach, then cruise through Zakynthos’s blue caves and stop at White Beach, Sfogio, or Porto Steniti for three swims. Captains such as Yianni and Panayioti are praised for skilled navigation, friendly service, music, and helpful photos. Bring water, sunscreen, and snorkeling gear.

“Amazing experience. The highlight for us was the hidden water cave where we had a swim stop and our captain explained that we can swim to this cave and have a nice pictures there. Also what we really enjoyed, that there were only 8 tourists on the boat including us. This allowed us to enjoy incredible views and swimming stops in peace. We saw other boats with hundreds of people there and were so happy that we booked this experience with Porto Vromi Maries Cruises & Fun. Definetely recommend!”

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Mykonos: Farm, Ano Mera Village, and Beaches Guided Tour - Starting at Agios Ioannis and the airport
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Mykonos: Farm, Ano Mera Village, and Beaches Guided Tour

7.Farm, Ano Mera Village, and Beaches Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,283 reviews · 4 hours · from $58

Spend four hours touring Mykonos by van with an English, Spanish, or Italian-speaking guide. Visit Agios Ioannis, Ano Mera, Panagia Tourliani monastery, Mykonian Spiti farm, Kalo Livadi, and Kalafati. Guides such as Christina, Veronica, and Maria add local stories, while the optional farm lunch brings homemade food, wine, and animals into the day.

“Other than the delayed pickup (we waited 40 minutes), the tour, tour guide (Veronica) and driver were excellent. The farm (food and wine) was excellent. We really enjoyed ourselves.”

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Hop on Hop Off Classic tour of Athens, Piraeus & Beaches - The Blue line: Piraeus cruise terminals to the Acropolis
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Hop on Hop Off Classic tour of Athens, Piraeus & Beaches

8.Hop on Hop Off Classic tour of Athens, Piraeus & Beaches

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 1,266 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $14Best value

Use a 48-hour hop-on hop-off pass across Athens, Piraeus, and the southern coast. The Orange line reaches the Acropolis, Plaka, Temple of Olympian Zeus, and major museums. The Blue line links Piraeus cruise terminals with Athens, while the coastal route runs toward Vouliagmeni. Audio commentary comes in 16 languages, with Wi-Fi on board.

“A basic hop on hop off bus with stops at major attractions. A good value and a great way to see the city while deciding where to visit. The drivers, however, seemed annoyed and exhausted. They could not be bothered to look up or answer any questions.”

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Zakynthos : One day small group tour to Navagio beach Blue Caves & top view - The Blue Caves by glass-bottom boat
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Zakynthos : One day small group tour to Navagio beach Blue Caves & top view

9.One day small group tour to Navagio beach Blue Caves & top view

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,172 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $54

Spend 7 to 9 hours exploring northern Zakynthos by air-conditioned minibus and boat. See Navagio from the sea and above, visit the Blue Caves, swim when conditions allow, stop at Xigia Beach, and enjoy views from Bochali Hill. Guides including Theo, Sakis, George, and Petros lead the day, with pickup from local hotels.

“We had a busy and action packed day out. Our guide was very lovely and friendly. Some good swim stops if you’re ok with deep water and the second stop at the collagen water beach was nice, but quite busy. The shipwreck viewpoint was stunning. Would suit people who are quite mobile as there is a little bit of hiking involved (pack trainers) and the shipwreck viewpoint is quite rocky.”

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Santorini Horse Riding to Black Sandy Beach - Across Santorini’s volcanic hills
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Santorini Horse Riding to Black Sandy Beach

10.Santorini Horse Riding to Black Sandy Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,010 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $102Top rated

Meet Barbara, Manos, and their team at Efippos Vlichada for a 90-minute ride through Santorini’s volcanic south. After a short lesson and fitting, you’ll follow mountain paths to Eros Black Beach, ride beside and into the water, and stop for photos taken on your device. Groups are capped at six.

“I would definitely recommend this experience! Not only was it absolutely beautiful and incredibly fun, but the guides were stellar as well. So kind and nice, and they took amazing photos!”

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From Rethymno/Kavros: Elafonissi Pink Sand Beach Tour - The early pickup from Rethymno or Kavros
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From Rethymno/Kavros: Elafonissi Pink Sand Beach Tour

11.From Rethymno/Kavros: Elafonissi Pink Sand Beach Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 989 reviews · 11 hours · from $31

Travel from Rethymno or Kavros to Elafonissi on an 11-hour guided bus trip with about four hours at the beach. Guides such as Lazarus, Anastasia, and Janis share local stories, while stops in Elos and other villages break up the mountain drive. Expect clear water, pale sand, some pink sand, and a short walk from the bus.

“Everything was excellent! Guide Janis and driver Kostas was super team! We learned so much about Crete on the rode ! Thanks, and good luck for them !”

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Rethymno: Preveli Beach Damnoni Beach Kourtaliotiko Day Trip - Kourtaliotiko Gorge and the waterfall walk
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Rethymno: Preveli Beach Damnoni Beach Kourtaliotiko Day Trip

12.Preveli Beach Damnoni Beach Kourtaliotiko Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 929 reviews · 9 - 11 hours · from $25

From Rethymno and nearby resorts, you’ll visit Kourtaliotiko Gorge, Damnoni Beach, Preveli Beach, and Plakias in one long day. Expect an air-conditioned coach, English or German guidance, a scenic boat ride, swimming time, and a short but uneven walk to waterfalls. Guides such as Barbara and Alex are often praised for clear instructions and friendly care.

“It was very well paced. Enough time to relax, not too much travelling time in between sites. Tour guide explained everything well and everything was on time. Would recommend.”

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Zakynthos: Shipwreck Beach, Viewpoint, Blue Caves Day Tour - Bochali Hill gives you the island in one glance
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Zakynthos: Shipwreck Beach, Viewpoint, Blue Caves Day Tour

13.Shipwreck Beach, Viewpoint, Blue Caves Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 887 reviews · from $51

Spend about eight hours touring Zakynthos by air-conditioned minivan and medium-sized boat. Visit Bochali, Navagio viewpoints, Blue Caves, White Beach, Xigia, the ancient olive tree, and Therianos Farm. Guides such as George and Philippos add local stories, photo help, and Greek culture. Boat tickets and lunch cost extra.

“we loved our trip and George, our guide was lovely and had great knowledge of the place. The van tour was a good way to see some sites around Zakynthos especially with the knowledge of our guide. There was air conditioning in the van, but it could be better. The boat tour was definitely a highlight of the guide. Definitely recommend sitting in the front of the van as the roads are not great so many people started to feel a bit ill.”

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From Rethymno/Kavros: Elafonisi Island Pink Sand Beach Tour - Topolia Gorge and the first village stop
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From Rethymno/Kavros: Elafonisi Island Pink Sand Beach Tour

14.From Rethymno/Kavros: Elafonisi Island Pink Sand Beach Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 799 reviews · 9 - 10 hours · from $28

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Rethymno or Kavros to Elafonisi, with stops through Topolia Gorge and local villages. You get about four hours to swim, walk across the shallow water to the island, and enjoy the famous pink sand. Guides may include Takis, Stella, or Giannis, with food and sunbeds paid separately.

“It was an amazing trip on the road you are astonished by majestic secenery , and the beach itself is like another world is merging with ours. Our tour guide and bus driver did an amazing job”

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Cretan Safari – 4x4 Adventure to Preveli Beach with Lunch - Starting from the resort area at 9:00 a.m.
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Cretan Safari – 4×4 Adventure to Preveli Beach with Lunch

15.Cretan Safari – 4×4 Adventure to Preveli Beach with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 780 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $113

Spend 7.5 hours exploring Crete in a Land Rover with a local guide. Stop at Spili, Karines, Prasses Gorge, Potamon Dam, Kourtaliotiko Gorge, and palm-fringed Preveli Beach. Lunch and unlimited red and white Cretan wine are included, with hotel pickup from selected resorts around Rethymno.

“Our guide was fabulous. Our group was a fun bunch and we thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of the tour. The pace was great with beach time and a leisurely lunch a big plus!”

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