Spinalonga - Agios Nikolaos from Heraklion

10 hours
from50€

Activity info

Originally, Spinalonga was not an island – it was part of the island of Crete. During Venetian occupation the island was carved out of the coast for defense purposes and a fort was built there. During Venetian rule, salt was harvested from salt pans around the island.The island has also been used as a leper colony. Spinalonga has appeared in novels, television series, and a short film. This excursion is a perfect option for those who want to combine land & sea tours. You will also have the opportunity to visit the eastern part of Crete, Agios Nikolaos, a small town with a picturesque harbor and the island of Spinalonga.

Included

  • TransportationHotel Pick up from designated locations in Heraklion city Drop OffGuideSnack BoxBoat Ticket 
  • TipsPersonal ExpensesSpinalonga Entrance 20 euro per per person 

Must know

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.</li>Pickup is offered: <li>Ammoudara      Heraklion
  • Heraklion      city
  • Karteros
  • Kokkini      Hani
  • Gournes
  • Gouves
  • Analipsi
  • Hersonissos      (including Piscopiano &amp; Koutouloufari )
  • Stalida
  • Malia
  • Sissi      (only available from the open free parking of Sissi )
  • Agios      Nikolaos (Mainly from the Bridge of Ag. Nikolaos lake )
  • Elounda      (Meeting point on the small port )</li> You will receive a confirmation email with your pickup location and time. If you have not received this till  24 hours prior to your activity date please do contact your local supplier.

Itinerary

  • Agios Nikolaos

    We visit the eastern part of the island. Passing through Heraklio, we reach Agios Nikolaos, a small town with a picturesque harbour. The hilly town is built around a former sweet water lake.

  • Spinalonga (Kalydon), Elounda Bay, Elounda, Crete 720 53 Greece

    By boat we visit the island of Spinalonga. This island was used as a Leper Colony until 1957. In the small village under the Venetian fortress the stigmatised lepers shared fates when exiled to the island. We make a stop to take a swim in the clean waters of Kolokitha beach in the area of the remains of the ancient sunken city of Olous.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.

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