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Elafonisi Beach & Agia Sofia Cave Day Tour from CHANIA area

13 Reviews 4.08 out of 5 stars Based on 13 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Crete, Greece
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On average, this is booked 14 (0) days in advance.

10 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

With its breathtaking senary with the pink sand and blue-green waters Elafonissi is not only one of the most famous beaches of Crete, and of Greece generally – this extraordinary destination has also made the list of the top ten beaches in the world.
This is a premium destination for lovers of nature. The island and surroundings are protected as part of the Natura 2000 network.

What's Included

  • Pick up/Drop off at your hotel or very near your hotel
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Guide
  • Breakfast Breakfast, drinks, snacks etc. are not included in the price
  • Lunch Lunch, drinks, snacks etc. are not included in the price
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Meeting and Pickup

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Kindly note that this excursion is only serving accommodations in the general CHANIA area! Please make sure you have chosen the correct pick-up point for your excursion according to the concrete address of the area where you are staying.Pickup Information: Pickups are arranged at the closest designated meeting point for each hotel and may require a short walk of approximately 5 minutes. As this is a group excursion operated by large coaches, pickups are not made directly outside every hotel, allowing for an efficient pickup and drop-off procedure for all guests.Pick-up from the hotels is always on the main road. Please contact us through VIATOR in order to request a specific pick-up point or if you cannot find a convenient one on the list. Clients have to be at least 5 minutes earlier than the pickup time at the point. Busses are not obligatory to wait for the clients in case of delay. Pick-up times according to the areas are: Chania City/Agora bus stop 08.00, Selinou str 07:45, Daratso,08:25, Galatas/Kalamaki 08:35, Stalos 08:40, Agia Marina 08:45, Platanias 08:50, Maleme 08:55, Gerani 08:55, Tavronitis 09:00, Kolimvari 09:05

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Agia Sofia Cave

The Cave of Agia Sophia is one of the most impressive caves of Crete, as its central hall has a height of 20 meters and a diameter of 70. It is located just beyond the village of Topolia. There you will also find the church of Agia Sophia from which the cave took its name. The remarkable numerous stalagmites and stalactites on the cave’s walls reach a size of five meters. The legend says that from the Cave of Agia Sophia passed St. George and there is even a mark in the rock from the horseshoe of his horse. In the Cave of Agia Sophia, scientists have discovered objects that testify to its use by the people of the Neolithic Period.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Elafonissi Beach

The Libyan Sea and Elafonissi - the most south-westerly point of Crete - are not far away. It is considered to be a genuinely beautiful place with its pale pink sandy beaches and crystal clear water.
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4 hours Admission Ticket Free

Elos

Elos is a small village with few stone houses where its inhabitants are mostly engaged in agricultureThe tiny, traditional village of Elos is located 60km southwest of Chania Town, which is situated a short distance from Kissamos on the West part of Crete, on the way to the well-known Monastery of Chrissoskalitissa and the unique, great, sandy beach of Elafonissi.The village is surrounded by lush greenery, olive groves, and plane trees. We will stop here for about 45 min to enjoy our lunch in a traditional taverna.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Elafonisi Beach & Agia Sofia Cave Day Tour from CHANIA area?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Pick up/Drop off at your hotel or very near your hotel
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Guide
  • BreakfastBreakfast, drinks, snacks etc. are not included in the price
  • LunchLunch, drinks, snacks etc. are not included in the price

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

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