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From Heraklion: Elafonisi Beach Day Tour with Pickup

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Activity provider:Cretan Odyssey
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From Heraklion: Elafonisi Beach Day Tour with Pickup

Activity provider:Cretan Odyssey
4.4  / 5
238 reviews

From US$ 52.33 per person

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Travel hassle-free to one of the most-awarded beaches in Europe. Sunbathe on Elafonisi's pink sand and swim in its clear blue water.

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Duration 13 - 14.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English, German, French, Italian
Pickup included
Pickup available specific points in the areas of Sisi, Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Agkisaras, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Amoudara, Agia Pelagia and from centrally located points in Heraklion town. You will receive a personalized email about the exact place and time of pick-up, within 24 hours after making the booking. Please check your spam folder. Mini bus or normal bus.

Experience

Highlights
  • Spend a day on Elafonisi island with its world-famous pink-sand beach
  • Enjoy a hassle-free road trip in a comfortable, air-conditioned bus
  • Swim in crystal-clear Aegean waters in a protected wildlife area
  • Take a walk along the water or chill with a drink at the snack bar
  • Relax and disconnect from it all on this 4.5-hour visit from Crete
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Spend 4.5 hours enjoying Elafonisi Island. Don't forget your camera, as you'll definitely want to capture this island's pink sandy beaches and clear Aegean waves.

The day starts with pickup from a meeting point near your resort. Travel 4 hours to Elafonisi, taking in views of canyons, valleys, and hidden villages on the way. Learn more about Crete and its history from the local guide.

Take 20-minute stop to stretch your legs or grab a quick breakfast before arriving to the destination. Once on the island, guests are free to take a swim in the clear waters, soak up the sun on the sandy beach, or chill and grab a drink at the snack bar. At the end of the visit, meet at the bus for the return trip to Heraklion. The journey will take approximately 4 hours, depending on traffic and your drop-off location.

Includes
  • Pickup from a central meeting point
  • Tour guide on the bus
  • 4.5 hours of free time on the beach
  • Taxes and fuel costs
  • Liability insurance coverage by ALLIANZ
  • Food and drinks
  • Sunbeds on the beach
  • Personal expenses

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4.4 /5

based on 238 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.4/5
  • Value for money
    4.2/5
  • Service
    4/5

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Nothing to complain about the service from Cretan Odissey. It was impeccable. But the place itself isn’t worth the hype.. If you remove 75% people the place is paradisiac but with the crowds it loses the appeal. Plus it takes forever to reach on these winding roads. Not coming back.

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August 15, 2023

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Elafonisi was just as beautiful as we anticipated. However, we were informed by the guide that it was prohibited to eat during the bus ride, which is completely understandable, but both the tour guide and the bus driver were eating snacks, which was a little annoying since the drive was four hours long and we got quite hungry.

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July 21, 2023

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GetYourGuide traveler – SwedenVerified booking

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Elizabeth was a very nice tour guide. Unfortunately, 45 minutes after arriving to Elafonisi Beach it started raining and the decision was made to return home. The company Cretan Odyssey kindly refunded the full trip and apologised for the unfortunate weather. Despite our short time on the beach, it was beautiful and we took nice pictures. As for the van journey, there is not much room to sit comfortably if you are on the taller side like 6 feet plus as there is no space for your knees. The van stopped at a gas station half way through the journey there which was helpful to buy food, snacks, pastries, drinks at a very good price. We were told there is only one restaurant near the beach, so we were glad to stock up before arriving there.

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May 8, 2023

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