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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

“Everything was amazing, we got to see alot of the cities that we traveled and got free time there. Our tour guide named Manos is and was amazing. Worth every penny we spent”

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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

“The swim stop, the boat itself, the food and drinks were all good. We didn’t stay at the destination as long it has listed in the guide and is a little tough to hear the description through the intercom, but overall we recommend. People were…”

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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

“great experience. the tour had 2 guides that spoke 3-4 languages each. the pick up process was a breeze, fascinating history, the island of spinalonga is totally worth visiting.”

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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

“This is a must do thing in the Crete. George and Yasin are amazing. They made us feel safe and comfortable. We are complete beginners but we had adventure of our life. Best experience with the best instructors. Highly recommend it. Try it you wont…”

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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

“Fantastic day out! Was lucky to have an elderly gentleman tour guide whose dad and grandfather had close links with the community on the island so he was very knowledgeable and passionate about the tour. The BBQ was excellent on a small little island not…”

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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

“Highly recommend this trip up into the mountains discovering the sights smells and sounds of the countryside. Geoff our guide is extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of the area including the flora, fauna and history. He is very amusing and kept us all entertained throughout…”

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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

“Swimming was lovely. A bit more free time at the leper colony would have been good. Very tired by St Nicholas… less time there perhaps. Overall it was a great day.”

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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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