Elafonissi Lagoon – Mitos Tours

Elafonissi Lagoon Tour

Elafonisi is a small island with white and pink sand separated from the land by a lagoon. The emerald water and pink sand form an exotic scenery. It is one of the most famous destinations of Crete and is located at the southern east part of Chania. We are driving parallel to the gorge of Topolia, where we can stop to admire the view, and through picturesque villages like Elos.

Right before reaching the lagoon we will make a stop at the monastery of Panagia Chrisoskalitissa. The Monastery is an orthodox monastery of the 17^th century built on the edge of a 35m high rock staring at the Libyan sea. Before our return to Chania we can be flexible and eat in a local restaurant nearby (optional, meal not included).

Pick up

Elafonisi is one of the most famous destinations of Crete and is located at the southern east part of Chania. We are driving parallel to the gorge of Topolia and through picturesque villages like Elos.

Monastery of Panagia Chrisoskalitissa

The Monastery is on the edge of a 35m high rock staring at the Libyan sea. It is an orthodox monastery of the 17^th century dedicated to Virgin Mary and the Holy Triad. Chrisoskalitissa in Greek means our Lady Gold-stepped and it is believed that it took its name from the golden stairs that lead up to the monastery.

Elafonissi

Elafonissi is a small island with white and pink sand separated from the land by a lagoon. The emerald water and pink sand form an exotic scenery. The lagoon between the island and the beach is only 1 m deep so visitors can walk to the island. The pink sand is created from thousands of broken seashells. A small part of the beach is organized and there is a canteen with snacks and refreshments.

Departure from Elafonissi

Visit to Winery

On the northern side of the island we will visit a family winery. Here you can see the vineyards and how Cretan wine is produced. The first vineyards of this winery were planted in 1993. You will have the chance to taste the wine and some traditional treats.