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, weāll drive to the beautiful port of Elunda. There, weāll board a boat and set sail first for Kolokitha Bay and Beach.
In this idyllic spot, youāll 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, weāll sail to the island of Spinalonga, a place with a history as rich as it is moving. Weāll 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, weāll board a bus to head to our final stop. Along the way, weāll make a 30-minute stop to enjoy a traditional olive oil tasting at a local park.
After, weāll arrive in Agios Nikolaos, the picturesque capital of Lasithi. Youāll have 1 hour of free time to browse the shops selling local products or relax at a cafĆ© next to the famous Lake Voulismeni.
Finally, weāll 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.
