Excursion Description
Private Tour
Chrissi Island - golden sand dunes, fragrant cedar groves and the quiet southern sea. Chrissi (Kriti) is a protected natural reserve off Crete’s southern coast: long golden beaches, low cedar (juniper) copses and clear turquoise shallows. The ferry crossing from Ierapetra opens to wide sea views and a sense of leaving the everyday behind. On Chrissi the paths between cedar trees lead to wide sandbanks and shallow swimming that feels like a private tropical corner of the Mediterranean.
Travel with us in comfort: VIP transfer to Ierapetra, a relaxing ferry crossing and a full beach day on Chrissi with time for walking, swimming and quiet exploration.(For the moment departure to the island is forbidden due "Goverment nature protection program". (At the moment you can admire the view of the island from the ship's side) We can manage the tickets and logistics via trusted partners so your visit is effortless, OR INSTEAD looking to the forbidden island - we suggest to travel to the magical Gulf of Mirabello and visit outstanding Lagoon in Istro (with organised fully beach facilities) no fee entrance there and after relaxing swimming experience in crystal clear water, visit the archeological place of Gournia (Dating to about 1600–1450 B.C., is one of Crete’s best-preserved Minoan towns — its narrow one of it kind a fully preserved ancient town, know also as a "Pompeii of Minoan Crete) and existing exploration the Volanna touches (coffee stops, beach-friendly storage, a concluding memory gift) make the day polished and personal. Enjoy a luxury private transfer to you place.
INCLUDED:
- Pick-up from your place, hotel, apartment, villa, port, or airport.
- Brand new luxury Mercedes-Vito with VIP leather seats.
- Private driver and guide with local insights (ENG/UA/RUS/POL/GR).
- Premium air-conditioning (all levels).
- Free onboard Wi-Fi for your comfort.
- Panoramic views from large tinted windows.
- Ample separate luggage storage space (up to 8 large bags, also suitable for wet swimwear after the beach).
- Welcoming with a cold Cretan mineral water during the ride.
- Complimentary coffee at an exclusive local "secret spot".
- Scenic drive along the southern coast with photo stops.
- Optional panoramic drive to the "secret Lagoon" in Mirabello Gulf (organized beach for swimming in crystal clear lagoon).
- Visit the oldest fully preserved ancient Minoan town, also called the "Pompeii of Minoan Crete" (Entrance €5 p.p., included complimentary from Volanna Travel).
- Scenic drive to Ierapetra with coffee stop (included).
- Ferry ticket to Chrissi Island (included when booked via our partner).
- Free time near Chrissi Island — swim in the clearest waters of Crete, explore the cedar forest and golden beach from the boat.
- Return ferry to the mainland.
- Optional lunch/dinner at a local taverna (~€15–€25 p.p., extra).
- Private transfer back to your place in luxury Mercedes Vito.
- Volanna Travel “Memory Presents” (handpicked local gift pack).
Optionally:
- Optional panoramic transfer to the "secret Lagoon" in Mirabello Gulf (organized beach for swimming in crystal clear lagoon).
- Optional lunch/dinner at a local taverna or restaurant (~€15–€25, extra).
- Optional transfer through a seaside ride to the oldest fully preserved ancient Minoan town, also called the "Pompeii of Minoan Crete" (Entrance ticket €5 included from Volanna Travel).
- Optional sunbeds and umbrellas at nearby beaches (extra).
- Optional add-on: Capture All the Magic! — pro drone + photo/video coverage.
- "Group Pack" – €100 total (covers everyone).
- "Solo Option" – €15 per person.
- Optional professional licensed bodyguard (€75 per hour, extra).
Perfect for
For travellers who value comfort, privacy and want the lagoon & fortress experience without stress, crowds, hustle & bustle. Ideal for families, couples, adventure seekers, photo hunters, nature lovers and small groups up to 8 people.
Tour Timeline
- 07:00 - 08:30: Private pick-up from your location (Complimentary cold bottle of Cretan mineral water on board).
- 08:30 - 09:30: Panoramic drive to the "secret Lagoon" in Mirabello Gulf (organized beach for swimming in crystal clear lagoon).
- 09:30 - 10:30: Scenic drive to Gournia for the oldest fully preserved ancient Minoan ruins, also called the "Pompeii of Minoan Crete".
- 10:30 - 11:00: Gorgeous seaside drive to Ierapetra town — coffee/snack stop.
- 11:00 - 12:00: Ferry trip from Ierapetra to Chrissi Island (Ferry ticket included when arranged via our partner).
- 12:00 - 14:30: Free time near Chrissi Island — swim in crystal clear water.
- 14:30 - 15:30: Ferry trip back to the mainland.
- 15:30 - 16:00: Beautiful seaside ride for lunch/dinner at a local taverna or restaurant (~€15–€25 p.p., extra).
- 16:00 - 17:30: Luxury private transfer back to your place.
- 17:30: Volanna Travel gift on arrival — "The Volanna Way": a handpicked Cretan memory gift box to end your perfect day.
