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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

“I loved spinalonga island and the swim in the sea, I had a great day out. I would suggest to spend just one hour in Agios and give the extra half hour to Nikolaos because that's when you go and get lunch and buy snacks…”

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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

“The cruise to Spinalonga island was fantastic! We were welcomed on board and we’re first to arrive so chose our seats on the top deck. The boat left quite promptly and we were given a short verbal description of where we would be visiting. We…”

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4.Agios Nikolaos: Semi-Submarine Cruise

Experience Crete’s underwater world on a semi-submarine cruise, spotting fish, turtles, and enjoying stunning bay views for a great value adventure.

★ 4.1

“Really lovely way to spend a few hours; and the air conditioned boat helped tremendously. The tour is given in English, French and German and is worth listening to. We got to see lots of fish, sadly missed the turtles :( one fish was huge,…”

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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

“This tour was amazing! Special thanks to our guide Manos and to our driver who ensured a lovely and safe experience for everyone. Agios Nikolaos is an amazing place that we instantly fell in love with, and Spinalonga is just breathtaking. The operating company was…”

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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

“I really wanted to visit Spinalonga and it was the highlight of the day. Having read The island by Victoria Hislop and The Eagle of Spinalonga by Nike Azoros it was very much on my bucket list. It did not disappoint and I could easily…”

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7.Crete: Spinalonga, Agios Nikolaos and Elounda with BBQ Lunch

Discover Crete’s highlights with a full-day tour visiting Spinalonga, Agios Nikolaos, and Elounda. Enjoy historical sights, stunning views, and a BBQ lunch.

★ 4.4

“We were greeted well by Tourline a few minutes earlier than initially planned. We were taken to the coach. Once on the boat for the BBQ and visit to Spinalonga this ran smoothly. Unfortunately my friend became unwell on board and the crew were very…”

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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

“Our pick-up that morning was late. I called the Get Your Guide number and spoke with a staff member named Joseph who was kind and thoughtful, insisting on keeping me on the phone until our ride arrived which he did. The initial driver seemed to…”

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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

“Up front & center with marine life! It was a bit confusing at first in boarding the boat. First sat on main deck. Folks on top deck were ushered to submersible section. Eventually got there as well. Unfortunately, sat on side facing the middle; bettRead…”

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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

“Amazing day in the Mountains of crete - breathtaking views, Lots of Information and very entertaining Guide. Thank you Jason for this really awesome day! Best, Judith & André”

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11.Heraklion: Spinalonga, Agios Nikolaos, Elounda & Plaka Tour

Explore Crete’s highlights with this full-day tour including Spinalonga, Agios Nikolaos, Elounda, and Plaka. Enjoy history, scenic views, and a delicious BBQ lunch.

★ 4.0

“Es war ein sehr schöner Ausflug, die Guides waren zwar da aber eher passiv, was aber auch okay war. Das Essen war nicht unbedingt den Preis wert, aber auf einem Boot nach dem schwimmen zu essen hatte was :) wir würden es weiterempfehlen, es ist…”

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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

“This was an amazing tour/cruise. The crew of three were outstanding from the moment we started and ensured every passenger was safe and well looked after. The catamaran Artemis is a beautiful boat and provided us with a thoroughly enjoyable experience. The lunch was well…”

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More Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos Tours

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