From Heraklion Private Tour to Spinalonga and Elounda

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9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Enjoy a scenic, private day trip from Heraklion in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with your English-speaking driver. Begin your journey in Heraklion City, then relax with a coffee by the picturesque Lake Voulismeni in Agios Nikolaos, said to be bottomless.

100% Private & Customizable – Choose how long you stay at each stop.

Hotel Pickup & Drop-off – Travel with a local English-speaking driver.

Continue to Elounda, taking in breathtaking coastal views and glimpses of the historic Spinalonga Island, once a fortress, pirate haven, and leper colony. Then head to the quaint fishing village of Plaka, where you can enjoy lunch or a swim. From Plaka, take a short boat ride to Spinalonga to explore the filming sites of a famous Greek TV series and learn about its unique past.

After a day of history, beauty, and relaxation, your driver will return you comfortably to your hotel in Heraklion.

What's Included

Bottled water
WiFi on board
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Hotel pickup and dropoff
Well-maintained private car
Professional English Speaking Driver
Tips and gratuities
Lunch, other beverages and meals.
Ticket for the boat to Spinaloga
Ticket for temporary exhibitions on the island.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Our operators/drivers are not official tour guides but are professional drivers and Locals that have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you to the sights but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city. Please know that we are unable to pick up, start or stop this sightseeing ride from or to the airport/port/train stations. Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Heraklion

    Your Welcome driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Heraklion at a convenient time of your choice.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    In the nearby town of Agios Nikolaos, the setting is mythical: a lake that legend says is bottomless.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Elounda Village, once a picturesque fishing village in lovely Mirabello Bay and nowadays is an ideal destination for people who want a seaside holiday.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Plaka is a village in Lasithi, Crete. It neighbors the town of Elounda and is close to the historical island of Spinalonga.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    The island of Spinalonga is located in the Gulf of Elounda in north-eastern Crete, in Lasithi, next to the town of Plaka.

    2 hours • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Entrance Fee to Spinalonga Island Adults: €20 Reduced: €10 (applicable to EU citizens over 65, students, etc.) Children under 18: Free Note: The entrance fee is paid directly at the island's ticket office.
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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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