Embark on an island adventure with a full-day Boat Trip to Spinalonga Island, Elounda & Agios Nikolaos from Heraklion with BBQ. Departing from Heraklion on a comfortable bus, passing through the scenic St. George Gorge to get to the Port of Elounda. From there we then arrive at Kolokytha Bay where you can go for a swim and have lunch on the boat or a tavern.
At roughly 12:45, we then take a boat to Spinalonga to learn about its history, from its ancient beginnings to its roles as a pirate hideout, Venetian fort, and Turkish settlement. After returning to Elounda, we will hop back onto a bus, where we then drive to the charming town of Agios Nikolaosto to try some olive oil. Later on, you can relax at a café by Lake Voulismeni and browse the local shops before we head back to Heraklion by bus around 6:30.
Highlights- BBQ lunch with chicken, pork, or vegetarian options
- Explore Spinalonga Island and its Venetian Fortress to learn their history
- Visit charming Elounda on the coast of Mirabello Bay
- Take a stroll through Agios Nikolaos's streets and shops
How to get thereWith our
pick-up service we can get you from anywhere on the island, simply let us know where you are staying after completing the booking. We will pick you up at a designated point at or very near to your accommodation at the scheduled pickup time. If you are coming by car, you will find paid or free car parks nearby.
Depending on your place of departure, we will meet in the
Port of Elounda 20 minutes before the scheduled time. At the end of the trip, we will go back to our starting point.
Characteristics of the Boat- Number of passengers: 80, 120 or 200
- Restaurant
- Sun-protected area
- Restrooms
Included Services- Boat ticket
- BBQ Lunch
- Pick-up and Drop-off from the Hotel
- Guided Tour of Spinalonga
Not included - Spinalonga entry fees are 8 € per adult, children up to 18 years old enter free, students with a valid student card pay half-price, EU citizens over 65 years pay half-price
Additional services- If you wish to be picked up from any location other than Heraklion, a surcharge may apply and must be paid on site
Bring along- Sunscreen
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
- Swimsuit
- Towels
- Cash and/ or Card
Good to know- Not accessible to strollers
- Not accessible to wheelchairs
- Pets allowed