Pelekanos Travel Guide

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The completely secluded Kedrodasos Beach, Crete. Crystal clear water, white sand, fig trees and absolutely no people the entire day. Perfect. Far quieter and untouched than Elafonissi beach a few miles away.
The completely secluded Kedrodasos Beach, Crete. Crystal clear water, white sand, fig trees and absolutely no people the entire day. Perfect. Far quieter and untouched than Elafonissi beach a few miles away.
After driving through the winding and mountainous roads, the pink sand and crystal clear water at Elafonisi is a welcome sight! #localgem #greece #crete
Pink beach , stunning
Elafonissi Beach - one of the places in the world where you find Red sand beach!!!

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Caldera Beach

Caldera Beach

4 out of 5
PEO Kissamou Gerani Crete
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Platanias. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Platanias Beach are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (51 reviews)
Theyvasked if they could change our two singles for a 2 bedroon and upgraded us to all inclusive was well worth it great food and dining options

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

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Caldera Beach
Minoa Palace Resort

Minoa Palace Resort

5 out of 5
Palea Ethniki Odos Kissamou Chanion Platanias Crete Island
Stay at this luxury hotel in Platanias. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (426 reviews)
The staff were absolutely amazing. Very accomodating and personable. I would tecpmmend this hotel!!

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

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Minoa Palace Resort
Caldera Bay

Caldera Bay

3 out of 5
Nikou Kazantzaki, Platanias, Platanias
Stay at this hotel in Platanias. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Platanias Square are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (37 reviews)
Great staff, quick cheque in

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

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Sifis Studios

Sifis Studios

Pachia Ammos, Paliochora Kantanos-Selino Crete Island
Stay at this beach apartment in Kantanos-Selino. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Museum of the Acritans of Europe ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
Would stay again!

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Sifis Studios
Panoramio Apartments

Panoramio Apartments

Eparchiaki Odos Tavronitis-Paleochoras Palaiochora Crete
Stay at this aparthotel in Kantanos-Selino. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and a garden. Popular attractions Palaiochora Beach and Museum of the Acritans ...
Panoramio Apartments
Caldera Beach

Caldera Beach

4 out of 5
PEO Kissamou Gerani Crete
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Platanias. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Platanias Beach are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (51 reviews)
Theyvasked if they could change our two singles for a 2 bedroon and upgraded us to all inclusive was well worth it great food and dining options

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Caldera Beach
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Popular places to visit

Lissos Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lissos Beach during your trip to Kantanos-Selino? Stroll along the rocky beaches or visit the churches in this quaint area.

Lissos Beach

Grammeno Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Grammeno Beach during your trip to Gialos? Wander the seaside and gardens while you're in the area.

Grammeno Beach

Krios Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Krios Beach during your trip to Kantanos-Selino? Stroll along the rocky beaches or visit the churches in this quaint area.

Krios Beach

Kriós

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kriós during your trip to Kantanos-Selino? Stroll along the rocky beaches or visit the churches in this quaint area.

Kriós

Museum of the Acritans of Europe

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Museum of the Acritans of Europe in Palaiochora. Stroll along the rocky beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Museum of the Acritans of Europe

Naiads Spring

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Naiads Spring during your travels in Kantanos-Selino. Stroll along the rocky beaches or visit the churches in this quaint area.

Naiads Spring

Activities

Chania: 5-Wine Tasting with Locals in Village near Kissamos

Chania: 5-Wine Tasting with Locals in Village near Kissamos

NZ$99
per adult
Chania: 5-Wine Tasting with Locals in Village near Kissamos
Manousakis Winery Shuttle Service Tour and Taste

Manousakis Winery Shuttle Service Tour and Taste

NZ$116
per adult
Manousakis Winery Shuttle Service Tour and Taste
Wine Tasting: Meet the Cretan Vineyard at West Chania

Wine Tasting: Meet the Cretan Vineyard at West Chania

NZ$98
per adult
Wine Tasting: Meet the Cretan Vineyard at West Chania
Explore the White Mountains of Crete

Explore the White Mountains of Crete

NZ$188
per adult
Explore the White Mountains of Crete
Small-Group Wine Tasting Activity in West Chania

Small-Group Wine Tasting Activity in West Chania

NZ$98
per adult
Small-Group Wine Tasting Activity in West Chania
Private Boat Trip Kissamos Balos

Private Boat Trip Kissamos Balos (price per group - up to 10 people)

NZ$1,574
per traveller
Private Boat Trip Kissamos Balos (price per group - up to 10 people)
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Cities near Pelekanos

The completely secluded Kedrodasos Beach, Crete. Crystal clear water, white sand, fig trees and absolutely no people the entire day. Perfect. Far quieter and untouched than Elafonissi beach a few miles away.

Kantanos-Selino