Every Thursday and Sunday from May till October
From Adelianos Kampos, Bali, Georgioupolis, Gerani, Kavros, Koumpes, Missiria, Panormo, Platanias, Rethymno town, Sfakaki, Skaleta, Stavromenos
Duration 9 hours approximately
Elafonisi in southwest of Crete is famous for its pink sand and low turquoise waters.
Repeatedly this beach has been chosen to be among the world’s most beautiful. Elafonisi is an exotic place, a flat piece of land with sporadic vegetation and a great contrast to the stark bareness of the Cretan mountains. The pink sand is produced by the large amount of pink shells that get ground up by the sea.
The area is a part of the European Natura 2000 protecting program.
Wade through the low waters of the lagoon and head to the island. There are many small beaches on the south side and the further you walk the quieter it gets. The water is generally quite shallow and safe for children.
At the western end of the island there is a promontory with a small lighthouse.
For a most conferrable journey to/from Rethymno we make some stops.
Agia Sophia Cave is a place of archaeological, geological and historical interest. The small church of Agia Sophia lays at the entrance to the cave that contains many rows of massive stalactites and stalagmites.
In the traditional Cretan mountain village Elos, you’ll find the largest number of chestnuts trees on the island. The area is green and lush and most of the inhabitants are engaged in agriculture.
During the stops it will be possible to buy something to drink and eat.
Enjoy the ride through the lush Cretan landscape and a day in crystal clear waters by the exotic sandy beach of Elafonisi.
Indicative Time-Table:
| 10:00 – 11:00 | Coffee stop at Agia Sophia cave |
| 12:15 – 15:45 | Arrival at Elafonissi |
| 16:30 – 17:00 | Coffee stop in Elos village |
| 18:00 – 19:30 | Return to Rethymno – Georgioupolis – Panormo |
The timing of the program will be approximate, depending on traffic and weather conditions as well as the unexpected overcrowding.
Included:
✅ Pick-up & Drop-off service (mainly from hotels at Adelianos Kampos, Georgioupoli, Gerani, Kavros, Missiria, Sfakaki, Stavromenos, Panormo, Platanias, Rethymno Town is provided. If pick up from your hotel is not possible you will be picked up from the closest pick up point)
✅ Transport by air-conditioned coach
✅ Local Guide
Not Included:
❌ Personal expenses
Discounts:
Children up to 3 years old free of charge and travelling on parents’ lap
Children 4 – 11 years old 50% discount
Cancellation policy:
For cancellation up to 2 days prior to arrival no cancellation fees
For cancellations 1 day prior to arrival 100% cancellation fees
Non-show 100% cancellation fees
Notes:
Upon booking you will receive from us in a separate mail your activity’s voucher with specific pick-up details (please check your spam folder as well)
For clarifications please send us a mail at online@travelid.gr or contact us at +30 2810 335 227
We are at your disposal from Monday to Friday 09:00 am till 20:00 pm and Saturday 09:00 till 15:00 pm
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