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Explore the unique island come peninsula of Elafonissi, a place of exceptional natural beauty and the beautiful city of Chania in a full day tour from Rethymno.
Spend a day on this beautiful exotic landscaped beach of Crete, Elafonisi. Voted, as one of the best beaches of Europe, Elafonisi attracts more and more tourists every year. It's clear blue waters, pink sand, and it's unique landscape will leave travelers speechless. It belongs to the Natural network because of its unique natural beauty.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
You will receive the voucher with pick up details (pick up time and pick up point) one day before your tour.
Itinerary
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Elafonisi is an oblong, which often "breaks" in two parts by water giving the impression of being a separate island. The island is full of dunes with sand lilies and junipers (like-cedar trees). The endangered turtles Caretta-Caretta and several rare animals nest on the island and it is strictly forbidden to remove any plants, or animals from the area. Exotic beaches with white sand and turquoise waters, reminding of the Caribbean, are formed on either side of the peninsula. The sand is pinkish in many places, taking its color from thousands of broken shells. Near the “breaking" point of the peninsula, the water does not exceed 1m, creating a small lagoon, ideal for children. You can easily cross the lagoon to reach the “island”, having your stuff with you, because the water is very shallow there. The eastern side of the beach is well organized and has the most people. There are umbrellas, showers, lifeguards, snack bars, and changing rooms.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
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There you can explore the beautiful city of Chania on your own. You can visit the Chania Harbor and historic buildings built in Venetian and Turkish styles. Walk through the old town, and see the Venetian Harbor and the Turkish Quarters. Enjoy a meal, relax with a drink, or check out the shops in the city. After 2 hours of free time there we are ready for our trip back to Rethymno. The rest of the hours are for transportation.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The remaining hours is for travel time from each place to another
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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