From Heraklion Area: Full-Day Bus Trip to Elafonisi Island Day-Trip: Pickup Malia, Stalis, Hersonisos, Analipsi, Gouves
ID: GYG293335-513035
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
11:00 hours
Description
Spend a relaxing day on the small island of Elafonisi and soak up the sun on a paradise beach in Crete. Get back to nature on a day trip from Heraklion and enjoy a hassle free journey aboard your comfortable bus.
Start your day of discovery with a pick-up service. Right after you board your comfortable, air-conditioned bus, you will journey to the southwest corner of Crete to spend a relaxing day on the pink sand beaches on the small island of Elafonisi.
Take in the lush green landscape on the way to the island as you travel through the impressive Topolia Gorge and pass many old and very typical villages. Stop for a coffee and breakfast in the village of Elos, known for its chestnut trees. Upon arrival at Elafonisi, get at least 4-hours to relax and swim in the crystal clear water. Laze in the sun, or go for a stroll along the pink sand beach. Benefit from beach kiosks where you can purchase food and water to rehydrate and re-energize.
Situated just off the shore of the main island, Elafonisi can be reached by walking through the water. Both the beach and island are protected wildlife areas of rare beauty. Depart by bus at approximately 4:00 PM and return to Heraklion for an estimated arrival time and hotel drop-off at around 7:30 PM.
Highlights
- Spend a relaxing day on the pink sand beaches of Elafonisi
- Swim in crystal-clear waters in a protected wildlife area
- Take in lush green landscapes as you travel through Topolia Gorge
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please provide your hotel name and location during the booking process
• The bus trip takes almost 3-hours
• Due to environmental law, it is forbidden to take sand from the beach or to enter the sand dunes
• Please bring a swimsuit, sunscreen and a hat
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Pickup for this option is only from the areas of Malia, Stalis, Hersonisos, Anissaras, Analipsi, Gouves, and Gournes. Pickup begins earlier than the stated starting time and is from your hotel or the closest point accessible by a vehicle. You'll receive specific pickup information in a separate email from the local partner (please check your spam folder).
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
