Elafonisi Beach Trip from Rethymno
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Relax on the paradise-like island of Elafonisi on this family-friendly day trip. Admire western Crete’s hills and traditional villages on a drive to the southwest coast, and stop for coffee at the Cave of Agia Sofia. Then, spend the afternoon on the idyllic protected islet of Elafonisi, enjoying its pink sands and clear seas. Includes round-trip transport plus select hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Full-day trip to Elafonisi Island in southwest Crete
- Pass old villages and rugged hills on a drive to Crete’s southwest coast
- Stop for coffee at the Cave of Agia Sofia and admire the views
- Wade through shallows to Elafonisi Island, a nature reserve lined with pink sands
- Enjoy free time to sunbathe, swim or snorkel, or explore the footpaths
- Round-trip coach transport, plus select hotel pickup and drop-off included
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After pickup from your hotel in Chania (select hotels only), travel west through Crete’s mountainous interior by air-conditioned coach.
Absorb the views en route as you head towards the Cave of Agia Sofia to admire the views and take a quick break for a coffee.
Then proceed to nearby Elafonisi Bay, home to the tiny protected nature reserve that is Elafonisi Island, whose name translates as ‘Deer Island.’ Hop out, and wade across the knee-high lagoon to the island's stunning, pink-hued sands.
Then, enjoy ample time to relax in the paradise-like setting. Laze on the sands, explore the island’s footpaths, or swim and snorkel in the crystal-clear seas — it’s your choice.
When it’s time, reconvene with your guide and return to the original starting point, where your trip ends.
Absorb the views en route as you head towards the Cave of Agia Sofia to admire the views and take a quick break for a coffee.
Then proceed to nearby Elafonisi Bay, home to the tiny protected nature reserve that is Elafonisi Island, whose name translates as ‘Deer Island.’ Hop out, and wade across the knee-high lagoon to the island's stunning, pink-hued sands.
Then, enjoy ample time to relax in the paradise-like setting. Laze on the sands, explore the island’s footpaths, or swim and snorkel in the crystal-clear seas — it’s your choice.
When it’s time, reconvene with your guide and return to the original starting point, where your trip ends.
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