On this trip to Spinalonga, we'll discover some of the most charming spots in Crete, and you'll get to swim in the turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea.
Day Trip Details
After picking you up at your meeting point, we’ll drive to the beautiful port of Elunda. There, we’ll board a boat and set sail first for Kolokitha Bay and Beach.
In this idyllic spot, you’ll have about 1.5 hours to swim in the crystal-clear waters and enjoy a delicious barbecue-style lunch on board, featuring grilled pork chops, Greek salad, feta cheese, bread, wine or soft drinks, and seasonal fruit.
Next, we’ll sail to the island of Spinalonga, a place with a history as rich as it is moving. We’ll take a 1.5-hour guided tour to discover its fascinating past as a natural defense for the ancient city of Olous, a hideout for Saracen pirates, a Venetian fortress, and a Turkish settlement.
On our return by boat to Elounda, we’ll board a bus to head to our final stop. Along the way, we’ll make a 30-minute stop to enjoy a traditional olive oil tasting at a local park.
After, we’ll arrive in Agios Nikolaos, the picturesque capital of Lasithi. You’ll have 1 hour of free time to browse the shops selling local products or relax at a café next to the famous Lake Voulismeni.
Finally, we’ll return to the pickup point, concluding the activity after about 9 to 12 hours, depending on the location of your accommodations.
Pickup Point
This tour includes pickup in the following areas:
- Heraklion: center of Heraklion, Ammoudara Beach, Agia Pelagia, and Lygaria
- Malia: center of Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos, Analipsi, Anisssaras, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Hany, and Karteros.
