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15 Best Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos Tours

The Spinalonga tours: boat trips to the Venetian fortress that served as Europe’s last leper colony, told with care, plus Agios Nikolaos and a Kolokytha swim to round out the day.

1.Crete: Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island

Discover northeastern Crete on this full-day tour visiting Agios Nikolaos, Elounda, and Spinalonga Island with expert guides, scenic views, and authentic charm.

Most Popular★ 4.6

“Couldn’t fault this experience! Helena our tour guide was absolutely perfect! Explained everything clearly and kept us engaged throughout. The views were amazing!! Couldn’t recommend this experience enough!!!”

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2.Agios Nikolaos: Boat Trip to Spinalonga with Swim Stop

Discover the best of Crete with a 4.5-hour boat trip from Agios Nikolaos to Spinalonga. Visit Venetian fortress, enjoy swimming, and explore local sights.

★ 4.4

“Lovely day trip to Spinalonga! Lots of facilities on the boat, bar, restaurant, 12 toilets, lifejackets and even a lifeguard when we stopped for a swim. And how LOVELY the swim was. Stopped outside Kolokitha beach with the boat for a swim in the CLEAREST,…”

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3.From Ag. Nikolaos: Spinalonga & Kolokytha Cruise with Lunch

Experience a scenic boat trip from Agios Nikolaos to Spinalonga and Kolokytha Bay. Enjoy a guided island tour, swimming, and a BBQ lunch in Crete.

★ 4.2

“Good activity, the views were incredible. And the lunch was organised well. It was chicken and salad. The views at Spinalonga were amazing and the boat offered keyrings and magnets.”

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5.Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island

Discover Crete’s highlights on this day trip exploring Agios Nikolaos, Elounda, and Spinalonga Island, with expert guides and scenic boat cruises.

★ 4.5

“The drive is very long and the double decker busses do not have great a/c so it is quite warm riding in them. Agios and Nicholaos were not that impressive unless you are a shopper. The Island of Spinalonga was amazing to see. It has…”

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6.Crete: Agios Nikolaos, Plaka and Spinalonga Island Tour

Discover Crete with this full-day tour visiting Agios Nikolaos, Spinalonga, and Plaka. Includes olive oil tasting, stunning views, and rich history—all for around $37.

★ 4.5

“Great tour, comfortable transportation, tour guide communicated very well and was knowledgeable. Don’t forget your sunscreen- long day in the sun but lots to see and do in all these stops. Perfect day trip jam packed with fun and adventure.”

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8.Crete: Spinalonga, Elounda, & Agios Nikolaos Boat Tour & BBQ

Discover Crete's highlights on this full-day boat tour visiting Spinalonga, Elounda, and Agios Nikolaos. Includes a BBQ lunch and scenic stops for swimming and sightseeing.

★ 4.4

“Perfect way to see some history and relax. The visit to Spinalonga was amazing. I've also enjoyed very much the Agios Nicolaos - you will've a lot of free time there. BBQ on a boat was tasty. Mrs. Dagmara is a very good polish language…”

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9.Semi-Submarine Tour from Agios Nikolaos

Explore Crete’s Mirabello Bay on a semi-submarine tour, perfect for non-swimmers. Discover marine life and enjoy scenic coastal views for an affordable price.

★ 4.0

“We booked the semi-submarine as a family of 3. On entering the boat we were told to stay together so we were seated together however I was separated from my partner and 4 year old son. They were seated on the outside of the boat,mysRead…”

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10.Katharo Route Tour from Agios Nikolaos

Discover Crete's rugged mountains, small villages, and legendary caves on this full-day 4x4 tour from Agios Nikolaos, with local food and stunning scenery.

★ 5.0

“Our guide Jeff was an awesome guide through the mountains of Crete. Although he is not from Crete, he is passionate about the lifestyle of Crete. He shared the smells of Crete by foraging roadside herbs like fennel, oregano, and sage. He also made us…”

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12.Heraklion: Spinalonga, Agios Nikolaos, & Elounda Tour

Discover Crete's highlights on this full-day tour visiting Spinalonga, Agios Nikolaos, and Elounda, with swimming, cultural sites, and local flavors.

★ 4.0

“Sama wycieczka trwała 13 godzin.. z czego ponad 6h to transport na miejsce i z powrotem, takze jak ktoś mieszka w okolicy Heraklionu to musi się nastawić na 3 godzinną podróż ze zbieraniem ludzi z hoteli po drodze, a potem nad 3 godzinny powrót z…”

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13.Cruise to Spinalonga, Kolokytha Bay & Agios Nikolaos with Lunch

Discover Crete's highlights on this day trip. Visit Spinalonga, relax at Kolokytha Bay, enjoy a barbecue lunch, with guides and transport included.

★ 4.0

“Has potential to be a 5 star trip , our guide was excellent she was very knowledgeable......down sides...we queued 30 mins to get tickets into spiralonga, we then had an hour before we needed to be back on the boat...far too rushed didnt get chance…”

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14.Boat tour Panorama Spinalonga with BBQ and Agios Nicolaos

Discover Crete with a 4.5-hour boat tour featuring stops at Spinalonga, swimming in clear waters, a delicious BBQ lunch, and free time in charming Agios Nikolaos.

★ 4.3

“Really good experience and well worth the cost. Personally I thought you got a lot for the money. With transfers it was a full days excursion. Spinalonga was lovely, the tour was really informative. €20 for entry but for a UNESCO site - that’s pretty…”

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15.Agios Nikolaos: Catamaran to Spinalonga + Dinner & Transfer

Enjoy a scenic catamaran cruise from Agios Nikolaos to Spinalonga with swimming, snorkeling, dinner, and drinks in a small-group setting that offers authentic Crete experiences.

★ 4.5

“The cruise was enjoyable but not exceptional. The boat felt crowded and we were not even at full capacity. The staff were attentive and friendly and the food was great. We stopped at two swimming areas and got to snorkel and paddleboard around. I’d recommend…”

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