Elafonisi Beach Private Tour

This is a private tour with a 7-seater van for a maximum 6 guests.
Elafonisi island and its beach are located in the southwestern tip of Crete, about 75km from Chania and it is regarded one of the best beaches in the world! This island is connected with Crete with a narrow and shallow strip of sand, forming with its long peninsula, exotic beaches with white sand and turquoise water on either sides! The sand is pinkish in many places, taking its colour from millions of crushed shells. A shallow lagoon is formed, and you can walk to Elafonisi island and explore its beaches.
The road to get there goes through breathtaking Topolia Gorge, picturesque villages and the fascinating varied landscapes! The aim of this tour is not only to visit a beach, but the trip to get there is an experience itself.
On the way back we will make a stop for lunch!
Optional visit to a Winery, Olive Oil Factory for Tasting Tour or Monastery upon request.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Elafonissi Beach, Elafonissi, Crete Greece

Elafonisi is located in the southwestern most tip of Crete. It is an oblong peninsula, which often breaks in two parts by water giving the impression of being a separate island. Exotic beaches with white sand and turquoise water, are formed on either sides of the peninsula. The sand is pinkish in many places, taking its color from millions of crushed shells. Near the breaking point of the peninsula, the sea water does not exceed 1m in depth, creating a small lagoon. You can easily cross the lagoon in order to reach the opposite site of the peninsula, while carrying your staff with you, because the water is very shallow there. At the tip of the peninsula there is the island which is a mile long, ending in a rocky outcrop and weird, freestanding towers of rock formed by wind and water. Elafonisi is a Natura 2000 protected area home to more than 100 rare plants and a great shelter for rare loggerhead sea turtles.

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Topolia Gorge, Minoa Pediada South of Topolia Village, Chania Town, Crete 734 00 Greece

We will make a small stop and drive through Topolia Gorge, its a scenic drive. Usually, we will be able to spot hawks and goats above and by the side of the gorge. The scenery is breathtaking.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Chrisoskalitissa Monastery, Moni Chrisoskalitissis, Crete 230 53 Greece

The monastery of Chrisoskalitissa is located a few kilometers before Elafonissi. It reminds of a fortress, perched on a 35m high rock with nice views. The name of the monastery means Our Lady Gold-stepped in Greek. This is taken after one step out of 98, which, according to tradition, was gold. It is said that only the faithful can see it. The temple has two aisles dedicated to the Virgin Mary and the Holy Trinity. The exact date of the establishment of the monastery is unknown.

Duration: 40 minutes