Fun-tastic Elafonisi‼️ One Day Tour | Departure from Rethymno

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Elafonisi Tour – Rethymno

Available again season 2021 May till October

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

Included:

✅ Pick-up and drop-off from/to your hotel (Pick up mainly from hotels at Georgioupolis, Kavros, Gerani,Rethymno, Missiria,Platanias, Adelianos Kampos, Sfakaki, Stavromenos, Panormo is provided. If pick up from your hotel is not possible you will be picked up from the closest available pick up point. In case you don’t know the closest pickup point, please contact us).

✅ Local Guide

Not included:

❌ Food – Drinks – Personal expenses

Discounts:

Children up to 4 years old, free of charge and travelling on parents’ lap

Children from 5 to 12 years old, 50% discount on tour rate

Remember to bring ‼️ Sun Cream (a lot!), Sunglasses and Hat, Long-Sleeved Shirt for Sensitive skin, Swim Suit and a Beach Towel!

⛔ Cancellation Policy

For cancellations up to 2 days prior to departure date, no cancellation fees

For cancellations 1 day prior to departure date, 100% cancellation fees

Non-Show, 100% cancellation fees

⚠️ Important Notes

Mandatory use of face covering before boarding on bus
The travel agency reserves the right to alter or cancel any tour due to adverse weather conditions or insufficient passengers number or force majeure 12 hours prior to departure time with a notification to the traveler
Rubbish disposal and taking seashells from the Beach is strictly prohibited
Please arrive on time to the given pick-up point. Unfortunately, there is no option to wait for latecomers. In case of delay, missed pick-up, missed departure time, no refunds

Upon reservation, our partners will contact you in order to receive your Voucher which includes your pick-up point and time info. Please be aware that you will have to bring the Voucher with you during the trip.

For any further clarification, please feel free to contact us.