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Happy Train

Elounda Beach, Elounda, Crete 72053, Greece
+30.28410.00000
Ranked #2 of 4 attractions in Elounda
4.5 of 5 stars 30 Reviews
Type: Scenic Railroads
Most recent review
- 28 May 2012
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Scotland
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

This was a very nice ride to Plaka village and nice views on the way More

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Swansea, United Kingdom
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

George the driver really does make the "happy train" happy. He has to be the most cheerful of drivers I have ever known - waving and smiling at everyone we drive past who then wave and smile back. It really gave us a chuckle. The drive into the mountains was fantastic and gave us not only spectacular views over Elounda... More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

liked up in the villagesand the fresh air as opposed to the resort More

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Peterborough, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Thought it was priced reasonably we did the 3rd trip the longest and really enjoyed a whole afternoon, More

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Monmouth
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Took the 3 hour trip into the hills tovillage of Seles. Surprisingly enjoyable with excellent views of Mirabello Bay and Spinalonga from above without the hassle of hiring a car. There is also a 1 hour trip to Plakas available though this wouldn't be as scenic. More

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Oxford, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

From the reviews I'd read on here I thought the Happy Train would be a good way to wile away a couple of hours on holiday. Yes, the views over Elounda were spectacular, and the breeze in your hair in the mountains was refreshing; but I certainly wouldn't pay the €17 again! You get driven up over one of the... More

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Lincolnshire
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

A road train took us the 5km from Elounda town to Plaka and back again. You wonder why it is called the Happy Train until you meet George the driver who waves and greets everyone with a happy smile and everyone you pass waves back. Great fun. More

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derby
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3 reviews 3 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012
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Fantastic trip a wonderful way to explore part of the island for all ages. Great views of Spinalonga from the train and at the photo stops.Fantastic trip. excellent valueboth long and short trips. More

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DORSET
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

A must for families with children - A Novel idea - however our family prefer walking, cycling and taxis More

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Burton on Trent
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13 reviews 13 reviews
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

A great way to spend an afternoon, seeing the gulf of Mirabello and the villages inland. Carol the Scots lady was brilliantly informed and gave a huge amount of information. The cafe stop was ok but we would suggest a stroll and a pack up as better value. My finance and I whilst not wanting to appear cruel felt the... More

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