From Rethymno | Day Trip to Elafonisi Island from Rethymno English, French and German Guide

Spend a relaxing day on the small island of Elafonisi and soak up the sun on a paradise beach in Crete. Get back to nature on a day trip from Rethymno.
Following pick-up by bus, journey to the southwest corner of Crete to spend a relaxing day on the pink sand beaches on the small island of Elafonisi.

Take in the lush green landscape on the way to the island as you travel through the impressive Topolia Gorge and pass many old and very typical villages. Stop for a coffee and breakfast in the village of Elos, known for its chestnut trees. Upon arrival at Elafonisi, get at least 4 hours to relax and swim in the crystal clear water. Laze in the sun, or go for a stroll along the pink sand beach. Benefit from beach kiosks where you can purchase food and water to rehydrate and re-energize.

Situated just off the shore of the main island, Elafonisi can be reached by walking through the water. Both the beach and island are protected wildlife areas of rare beauty. Depart by bus at approximately 16:00 and return to Rethymno for an estimated arrival time and hotel drop off at around 18:30.

Experience

Highlights

Spend a relaxing day on the pink sand beaches of Elafonisi
Swim in the crystal clear waters
Go for a stroll in a protected area of outstanding natural beauty


Includes
Bus tickets
Guide
Pick-up and drop off from selected points (in Panormo, Scaleta, Adele, Platanias, Missiria, Rethymno town, Atsipopoulo, Sfakaki, Stavromenos, Kavros and Georgioupoli)


What’s Not Included

Lunch

No pickup from remote hotels such as Grand Rimondi (pick up is from Creta star bus stop)


Not suitable for
Wheelchair users


Prepare for the activity

Important information

What to bring
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Sunscreen


Know before you go
• Please provide your hotel name and location during the booking process. Your exact pick-up details will be sent by email after booking
• Pick-up begins earlier and is done from a meeting point near hotels in Panormo, Scaleta, Adele, Platanias, Missiria, Rethymno town, Atsipopoulo, Kavros and Georgioupoli
• The bus trip takes almost 3 hours
• Due to environmental law, it is forbidden to take sand from the beach or to enter the sand dunes