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Trip Planner :  Europe  /  Greece  /  Crete  /  Chania Prefecture  /  Elafonissi

Elafonissi

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Located just off Crete's southwestern corner, Elafonissi offers an alternative vacation idea for those looking to avoid the larger, more crowded Greek islands. Ringed by sandy beaches and lapped by waters so shallow you can actually walk here from Crete, this islet provides a getaway for travelers seeking a quiet spot in the Mediterranean sun. Although day-trippers from Crete come in relatively large numbers at the peak of the season, you can escape them by timing your visit for late afternoon. Too small for many modern amenities, this tiny tropical paradise features just a few snack bars, where you can grab a sandwich and rent umbrellas and lounge chairs. Elafonissi is in Chania Prefecture. When using our Greece driving holiday planner, you're building your holiday based on your own interests, visitor reviews, and the informed opinions of our well-traveled writers.
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Top Elafonissi tours
Elafonissi Island Tour from Chania BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $64
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Day Trip to Elafonisi Island From Heraklion BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $53
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Elafonissi Beach
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Aspri Limni Beach
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Elafonisi Viewpoint
4.5
Duration:30 min

Side trips from Elafonissi

Museum of platanias
Kefali
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Deliana Gorge
Deliana
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Chryssoskalitissa Monastery
Moni Chrisoskalitissis
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Duration:2 h
Agia Sofia Cave
Topolia
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Duration:2 h
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Places to visit with Elafonissi

Heraklion BEST FOR: History Museum, Fountain, Room Escape Game
Rethymnon BEST FOR: Historic Site, Religious Site, Beach
Chania Town BEST FOR: Marina, Scuba / Snorkeling, Beach
Elounda BEST FOR: Island, Beach, Gift & Specialty Shop
Kissamos BEST FOR: Beach, Gift & Specialty Shop, History Museum
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