Elafonisi beach with its pink sand is one of the most recognizable landscapes of Crete. On this trip, you will see the Topolia Gorge with panoramic viewpoints, visit the traditional village of Elos, and spend several hours at the azure lagoon of Elafonisi.

Tour program

• Photo stop at Topolia Gorge viewpoint;
• Coffee break in Elos village;
• Free time at Elafonisi beach (3.5–4 hours);
• Traditional taverna on the way back (optional).

Itinerary

• 07:00–07:30 — departure from Rethymno, hotel pick-ups;
• 09:30 — photo stop at Topolia Gorge viewpoint;
• 10:15 — Elos village: short stop (coffee, pastries, handicraft shops);
• 11:30–15:15 — Elafonisi beach: swimming, walks, relaxation;
• 15:30–16:30 — lunch at a taverna (optional);
• 19:00–19:30 — return to Rethymno.

Tour cost

• Base mini-group rate by minibus — on request;
• Guide service (Russian-speaking) — on request.

Dates

Season: March 26 — October 31. Possible off-season departure if weather is good.

Travel time

• Rethymno → Topolia: ~2 hrs;
• Topolia → Elos: ~45 min;
• Elos → Elafonisi: ~45 min;
• Elafonisi → Rethymno: ~3 hrs with stop.

Entrance fees and extra expenses

• Elafonisi beach — free;
• Sunbeds/umbrellas (optional) — approx. €10–20 per set;
• Lunch — approx. €15–20 per person.

Included in the price

• Hotel pick-up/drop-off in Rethymno area;
• Air-conditioned minibus;
• Taxes and fees (VAT 13%).

Important

Route and order of stops may change due to traffic and weather. Please confirm your accommodation area when booking.

Pick-up point

We will contact you in advance to confirm the pick-up location at your hotel or nearest stop.

Transport

Comfortable 8-seater minibus with air conditioning.

Walking part

Walking on sand and shallow water, no steep climbs.

Suitable for children

Yes. We recommend hats, sunscreen, and water.

Lunch

Taverna on the way back or free time at the beach (cafes/snacks).

What to bring

Sunscreen, water, hat, towel, comfortable shoes/flip-flops.

Guide

On request — Russian-speaking guide; otherwise English/Greek-speaking escort.

Cancellation policy

Cancellation more than 24 hours before departure — 75% refund. Less than 24 hours — no refund.