​FALASARNA BEACH SUNSET

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The trip starts in the afternoon and the coach heads west, it does a short stop at the Cave of Agios Ioannis (St John the Hermit), which has a spectacular views of the Cretan Sea and up to the peaks of the White Mountains in the distance. Below in the valley are the rows and rows of olive trees that grow in the fertile soil and wait to be harvested in the winter months. Inside the cave, you can see the stalagmites and stalactites and the small chapel.
(Read more info about the cave below).

After the short stop at the cave, the coach continues through Kissamos and out to the far western tip where the sandy beach of Falassarna lies in perfect position for viewing of the sunset as it dips in the sea.

It's the perfect Instagram shot!

You can enjoy a swim in the cool waters or sip a cocktail at one of the cafebars on the beach. There is watersport activities as well as sun beds & umbrellas for hire.

Departure from Falassarna is at 20.30 so it is about 3,5 hours on the beach to enjoy however you wish to spend your time.
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Itinerary
- The trip starts with a pick up from the nearest point to your accommodation (between 14.00 -15.00)
- Time at Agio Ioannis Cave approx 15.30 -16.10
- Arrival at Falasarna Beach 17.00
- Departure from Falasarna Beach 20.30
- Arrival back at the starting point (Chania approx) 21.30

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***this trip is no longer running for this season see you in may 2024***

Details for FALaSARNA SUNSET

Price for Falassarna Sunset Trip: 
Adults: € 27
Children (4 -12 years) :€13

Day of Falassarna Sunset Trip:  Thursday

​Pick up time: 14.00-15.00 
(depending on where- see the Pick up Points page )
(If you are staying East of Chania & Akrotiri there is an extra cost 3€ - 15€ for the extra distance for pick up -the farthest we pick up east is Kavros & Georgiopolis)
 
Duration of  Falassarna 
-8 hours approx.

Price includes:
-English speaking guide
-Transfers with air-conditioned coach

Excludes- Payable on the day:
-Personal expenses
-Tips & gratuities

What to wear:
Comfortable shoes for walking in the cave
Beach wear
Beach Towel 
Hat & suntan cream


​To book the Falasarna Sunset Trip, you will need to book at least 1 day in advance to reserve your seat & make payment. 

As it is a new tour, we will only know the day before if the trip has enough participants. 

How to Book

Sunset at Falassarna Beach

Valley near the cave of Agios Ioannis

More info about Agios Ioannis Xenos Cave:
Inside the cave on the right side is a chapel from the 15th century and the foundations of monk cells from the 17th-18th century. Near the chapel is a crack in the rock, which drips water throughout the year. It is called "the holy water of Agios Ioannis" and collected in a small tank for visitors. On the left side of the cave lies the crypt, where Saint John the Hermit hid from the frequent visits of the shepherds and farmers. 

Attached to the crypt is a small room, which was used as a secret school during the Ottoman Era. Nearby the locals found a marble altar and a marble head of a child, which are kept in the museum of the parish of Spilia. It is believed that the cave was used as a sanctuary or temple in pre-Christian times.
The cave church is a real church, not a tourist sight. It is open without restrictions and free, but respect the local traditions and be silent and wear appropriate clothes. There are two important feasts at the cave, on 6th and 7th October is the feast of Saint John the Hermit. On December 24, on Christmas Eve, the Nativity of Christ is represented with real animals, and is very famous throughout Greece.

If you have any questions, please see our FAQ page