Private tour to Elafonisi & Chrisoskalitisa Monastery

Crete, Greece
Duration8h - 9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

A unique experience exploring the hinterland, passing through traditional villages of wild beauty, and ending up at the tropical beach at Elafonisi. The experience begins by traversing the hinterland and the mountain from north to south. The route through the gorge of Topolio and the visit to the cave of Agia Sophia, the monastery of Chrysoskalitissa on the top of a rock overlooking the Libyan sea and the tropical beach at Elafonissi, which is a Natura 2000 protected area with rare bio-communities, with pink sand, clear blue waters, dunes with rare lilies create an unforgettable life experience. All the above in combination with conversations with local people and tasting local flavors close a great day with countless memories on the way back

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Flexible stances-Possible diversions/modifications depending on your needs
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch box with water, soft drink, nut bar with sesame and honey, seasonal fruits
  • Surprise gifts at the end of the tour
  • Dinner
  • Alcoholic Beverages

What to expect

  1. Topolia Gorge
    30m
    In the gorge in Topolia, we will pass a small tunnel and then we will make a stop to enjoy the wild beauty of the gorge.
  2. Agia Sofia Cave
    45m
    After the gorge in Topolia, we will visit the cave of Agia Sophia at a height of 20-30 meters, if we are lucky we will meet the Cretan goat, and you will be able to enjoy a refreshment or coffee at the local cafe
  3. Chrysoskalitissa Monastery
    45m · Admission ticket included
    The Monastery of Chrysoskalitissa is a monastery of unique beauty and architecture built on top of a 35-40 meter rock with an incredible view of the Libyan Sea. Free time for photos
  4. 5h
    Enjoy your swim in a tropical landscape. The magic of nature with the pink sand, the dunes with the protected sea lilies, and the clear blue waters promises us a unique life experience. Visitors have free time for enjoyment for 4 hours.
  5. Kefali
    1h 30m
    Leaving Elafonisi with unforgettable images in our minds, we head for a meal with traditional, authentic Cretan food and a conversation with local people exploring their traditions and culture. On the way back to the disembarkation point, any other interesting sights, we stop and enjoy.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Customers should wait at their pickup point 15 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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