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Good for a short 2-3 hour walk.
No extraordinary site to see, however a pleasant little walk on the harbor and in the typical old streets which have nevertheless become extremely touristy.
Elafonisi Beach Trip from Rethymno
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At a glance
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Price from
- $52 / person
- Location
- Chania, Greece
- Rating
- 3.8 / 5 · 23 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 50
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- MTM Experiences
Description
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. 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. The water is generally quite shallow and safe for children. .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. 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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Thu, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 8:00 AM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Adult (ages 17+)
- $52
- Child (ages 7–16)
- $34
- Infant (ages 0–6)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 8 of the next 17 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Coffee Stop
Elafonissi Beach
Beach excursion is concentrated on Elafonissi.
Elos
In the traditional Creatan mountain village , you will find the largest number of chestnuts trees on the island. The area is green and lush !
What's included
Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Local guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Food and drinks
Entrance Fees
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
Hotel Lobby. Hotel pick up is offered subject to customer(s) hotel location. In case property (villa-hotel-airbnb) is not within tour pick up areas, client should meet our group for the tour at the nearest pick up place possible.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.8
23 reviews
How it compares in Chania
- Starting price $52 is close to the typical $52 for tours of similar length in Chania
Excurgo comparison of 393 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code is smart casual
- Please remember to bring walking shoes - suntan oil - hat - bathing suit
- Please notice that extra charges may apply per person or in total of the group for pick-ups from hotels- villas- airbnb outside the proximity of our tour selected pick route. In that case we can provide round trip transfer for customer(s) convenience ad-hoc quoted as per location of customer(s)' property.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Elafonisi Beach Trip from Rethymno take?
Elafonisi Beach Trip from Rethymno lasts about 11 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Elafonisi Beach Trip from Rethymno cost?
Prices start at $52 per person for this Chania experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Elafonisi Beach Trip from Rethymno run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 8:00 AM.
How much does Elafonisi Beach Trip from Rethymno cost for children?
Children aged 7–16 pay from $34, adults from $52. Infants go free.
Does Elafonisi Beach Trip from Rethymno sell out?
It can: 8 of the next 17 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Elafonisi Beach Trip from Rethymno for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Hotel Lobby. Hotel pick up is offered subject to customer(s) hotel location. In case property (villa-hotel-airbnb) is not within tour pick up areas, client should meet our group for the tour at the nearest pick up place possible. Pickup points include Aristea Hotel Rethymnon, Kyma Suites Beach Hotel.
What languages is Elafonisi Beach Trip from Rethymno offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 50 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Elafonisi Beach Trip from Rethymno worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.8 out of 5 across 23 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by MTM Experiences.
Reviews(23)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Bus did not pick up
We had the trip booked for our family and had received WhatsApp confirmation, on app details confirmed pick up location and time (08:00hrs). We arrived at 07:30 and when the bus didn’t arrive by 08:05 we called and were told that the driver had been and we were not there. Another bus arrived from the same operator and we made enquiries with the guide, he told us that we could join that tour but it was a different tour and we would have to pay extra - we declined. No reason was offered to us why we were not picked up other than the company insisting we were not there at the allocated time (we were there). We have requested a full refund which we have still to receive. Very disappointing service.
D
Elafonisi for disables
A fantastic beach. Facilities for disables
S
Unique top spot : blue, crystal clear water
With the family we stayed for 5 days 02 August to 07 August 2024. It was magnificent, the sea was inviting to dive and snorkel in fascinated underwater world, with sparkling crystal clear sea, abundance of fish and much more to discover. Handle this pristine stain carefully.
Operator response
Bedankt! We waarderen de positieve beoordeling en zijn blij te horen dat je genoten hebt van onze activiteit. MTM Customer Care Dpt
M
A wonderful activity
An amazing place. Great tour of small villages with an amazing driver and host. The beach itself is very clean, water is super blue. Wear sun protection!! The sun here is no joke!
C
Read the above
The beach was fantastic and the driver was great, but the trip to stalactite caves was false advertising and we paid more for the trip than the rest of the tourists on the trip. So buy via your hotel or one of the locals down there - not via Tripadvisor! Before departure I got an email about changing the pickup location and when I asked to have this confirmed I got no reply.
Operator response
Dear Guest, We appreciate your comments regarding your recent tour. Unfortunately the cave was not open to public this summer due to safety reasons as landslides occurred during spring period. It is always good for us to receive our client's comment in order to improve! MTM DMC Team.
C
Elafonissi Beach
Brilliant trip, the team were excellent in keeping us safe and informed. Beach was stunning, however be prepared fir a walk on a poor road, once there soft sand and clear water. Highly recommended thanks guys. M Jackson (Scotland) saw a 1 star review which I assume was sour grapes from a sour faced tourist that was late and was politely told so
Operator response
Thank you for the kind words the support we are all grateful! It is our pleasure to see that you enjoyed your tour provided by MTM DMC. We hope to see you again in one of our experiences. MTM DMC Team.
M
Disappointed.
explain about the trek from the ferry to the lagoon, elderly people and parents with infants will find this a very difficult and dangerous.
Operator response
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Due to the fact that the area is protected from the ''Natura 2000'' any area conversion cannot take place. Even though, our team continuously put in work in order to keep you and all of our clients happy. We hope to see you again soon! Regards, MTM DMC Team
B
Beautiful beach! Worth the effort
Nothing in Greece seems easy to visit but everything is worth the effort. We left Chania and spent between 1:30hs and 2 hs of travel. Narrow road and very winding. Nothing impossible but requires a lot of care. Respect the traffic rules and do not try to get past and everything will end well. But don't worry... GO! You will be rewarded. The beach is beautiful. Try to arrive before 11hs or get ready with hats and mattresses. We went in June the water was still a little cold for northeastern patterns (we are from Bahia) but very similar to the waters of southeastern Brazil. It has infrastructure for food and drinks. You can rent a Kaiak or take windsurfing lessons. Cinema landscape. Great for kids. Don’t leave this experience out of your trip.
M
Be careful where you pick up if not on Rethymon
We chose this excursion for its price. But be careful, the care is only in the Rethymon region and it is not specified on the page. So if vs are further you will have to vs be at pick up point by your own means, which can be far and expensive if vs are for example to Heraklion or places that are not in the pick up area of the operator. Hence the rating divided by 2 because the service information is not complete
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