Elafonisi Island Tour
Excursions & day trips

Elafonisi Island Tour

4.3/5

Excellent
43 reviews
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£40.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours

This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.

Why you’ll love this…
  • Voulgaro village visit
  • Free time in Elafonisi Island
  • Agia Sophia cave
What to expect

An excursion that gets better and better as the day goes on. Enjoy some sightseeing before an afternoon relaxing in Elafonisi, an idyllic island off southwest Crete. You'll also visit the village of Voulgaro and the Agia Sophia cave.

Our first stop is the Voulgaro for coffee or snacks. Next, it's on to the star attraction. Ringed by pink sands and light blue seas, the uninhabited islet of Elafonisi could hardly be more beautiful. Wade over through knee-deep water and relax on the beach or go for a stroll – there's a dinky little chapel on the western tip. You'll have about four hours of free time to do as you wish.

On the way back, walk up to Agia Sophia, a colossal cave famous for its stalactites and chapel. It's said the hoof-print of St George's horse can be found here. And if you look hard enough, you'll find what looks like a horseshoe print in a rock.

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What's included
  • check Transport
  • check Guide
  • check Local snack in Voulgaro
What to remember
  • This is a very popular and in-demand activity. Expect higher levels of attendance during July and August
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Not suitable for those with reduced mobility
  • Bring a towel
  • Bring a hat
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • Food and drinks not included
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Provider
TUI Hellas Travel, Tourism and Airlines SA, with Tax Number 094469778 and Travel License Number 0261Ε60000126100
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.3 /5

Based on 43 reviews from verified customers


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  • L

    Lynn Pollin

    Verified booking

    5

    26 October 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    My husband and I were pleased with the whole experience. From start to finish we were kept informed of what was happening. Extremely good price for a wonderful day out.

  • E

    Ella

    Verified booking

    3.8

    16 August 2025

    Travelled with family


    We really enjoyed this tour, and our guide was really helpful and knowledgeable. It is however a very long day depending on what hotel you’re staying at, and it’s worth noting that elafonissi is super hot and you have to climb down a hill and rocks to get to the beach, so make sure you take suncream and suitable shoes. There’s also limited shade at the beach. There are however shops and toilets up the hill to buy food and drinks.

  • C

    Claire K

    Verified booking

    3.4

    10 August 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    The online representation of this trip did not qualify how long the journey from rethymno to Elfonissi beach was.....had I known it was going to take nearly 4 hours each way. I would not have booked. The beach is gorgeous but not worth that much travel time. The cave stop and cafe stop were not really necessary except to allow the driver a break and as a toilet stop for guests.

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    Meg

    Verified booking

    4.2

    4 August 2025

    Travelled with family


    Needed more information about the day in the description, no mention of cave visit, I would have brought trainers if I'd known as uncomfortable walking up so many steps in flip flops.

  • K

    Kay

    Verified booking

    5

    21 June 2025

    Solo traveller


    This experience was one of the best. Our guide Christina and the driver Bassa were amazing. The driver was very skilful negotiating the mountain roads. He was very friendly. Christina was lovely and was very knowledgeable and as a solo traveler she made me feel included. The trip was a long day and worth every moment to travel to see those amazing pink sands and the beautiful breathtaking cave of Agia Sophia. A spectacular day which made my holiday special .

  • S

    SEZBEE

    Verified booking

    3.4

    21 June 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Loved Agia Sofia cave and also the sea at Elafonisi itself, but because we have to travel so far, from Chania (and we were 20 mins late being picked up due to traffic) we arrived late and the beach was far too busy. It is not an enjoyable experience when yoi come back from swimming and find a family camped out practicalky on your towel!

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