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A boat on a calm sea with a historic town on a hill in the background. 1
Ancient stone ruins with a stone staircase, a building with a tiled roof, and a sign indicating a historical site. 2
An ancient stone building with multiple windows and arched doorways. 3
A coastal landscape with a rocky cliff, a clear blue sea, and an ancient stone structure. 4
A waterfront with colorful buildings, a boat docked at the pier, and outdoor seating at a café. 5
By Altino Travel

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $61 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Marvel at the former home of the isolated lepers of Spinalonga
    • Travel to a small Cretan fishing village and explore its history
    • Enjoy the relaxing boat trip to the historical Spinalonga island
    • Explore the beautiful town of Agios Nikolaos, famous for its lake
    • Learn from an experienced guide and see beautiful scenery

Activity location

    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

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Pickup from Malia, Stalida, Hersonissos, or Anissaras

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English
Starting time: 8:25AM
Price details
CA $60.74 x 1 AdultCA $60.74
Total
Price is CA $60.74

Pickup from Sisi

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English
Starting time: 8:50AM
Price details
CA $67.49 x 1 AdultCA $67.49
Total
Price is CA $67.49

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Pickup and drop-off
  • Inclusions
    Transport
  • Inclusions
    Boat ticket
  • Inclusions
    Guide
  • Exclusions
    Spinalonga Island entry fee (€20)
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Pets
    • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

  • Embark on a full-day guided trip to northeastern Crete and take a boat trip to Spinalonga Island. Visit Agios Nikolaos with its famous lake, and explore the picturesque village of Elounda.
    Begin the day with the visit to Agios Nikolaos, and see the shore of Mirabello Bay. Explore the town, famous for the lake at its centre and its shopping and cafes.
    Take your time for a walk to enjoy the views, enjoy some shopping or have a drink in one of the numerous cafes around the lake.

    Move on to see Elounda village, a former fishing village on the northern coast of the island. Depart from Elounda for the cruise to Spinalonga Island.
    Learn about the island's vibrant history, from a home for the Venetians and Turks to a place of isolation for those suffering from leprosy.
    Experience the island, more popular after the 2005 historical novel “The Island” about how lepers lived in Spinalonga.
    Join the hundreds of people who come to the island every day to visit and learn its history.

Location

Activity location

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    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece