Spinalonga Island: Explore Crete's Historic Gem

Embark on a scenic cruise to Spinalonga, explore charming Elounda, savor fresh seafood in Plaka, and discover Agios Nikolaos’ mythical lagoon.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Spinalonga (Kalydon) - Constructed in 1579 by the Venetians, the fortress of Spinalonga was designed to safeguard the Gulf of Elounda from the Ottomans and was regarded as one of the most formidable Venetian defensive structures in the Mediterranean.
    In 1715, the Ottomans eventually captured it, transforming it into a small town for numerous Muslim…
What's Included
  • On-board WiFi
  • English speaking driver
  • First aid kit
  • Liability insurance
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
What's Not Included
  • Professional Guide – You can request one in your language in advance for an add. cost. (optional)
  • Meals & Drinks
  • Entrance Fees for Spinalonga (20 € for all Adults, 10€ for over 65 EU, Free for under 25 EU)
  • Boat Tickets to Spinalonga (From Plaka : Adult : 12€, Chd 6€. From Elounda : Adult : 14€ Chd : 7€)
Additional Information

The adventure starts with a brief cruise to Spinalonga Island from the quaint ports of Elounda or Plaka. During the journey, travelers will be treated to breathtaking views of eastern Crete’s landscapes before arriving at this historic island.
After exploring Spinalonga, visitors can head to Elounda or savor a delightful lunch in Plaka, a charming…

Location
Spinalonga (Kalydon)
Elounda Bay
Cancellation Policy

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

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Andreapv1117go
Jun 17, 2025
5+ Stars - We booked the private Spinalonga, Elounda, etc., tour with round-trip transportation. George was friendly and helpful from the start, enthusiastically customizing the tour to our needs with great suggestions. Such a warm and hospitable host! We upgraded to include a professional tour guide on Spinalonga who joined us for the whole day, but George clearly also is a wonderful, knowledgeable host on his own. The tour guide he contracted for us— Vangelis—was also truly special. Professional, intuitive, and, no doubt, one of the best in Crete. In addition to his expertise, his amazing connections (he seemed to know every local … those he did not were turned into friends very quickly) got us some special added perks (bonus access and views) and VIP treatment. Both guides—individually and as a team— were exceptional. It’s hard to know what you’re booking from across the continents. Rest assured that not only did Route C come through with all the basic expectations—clean, safe, comfortable vehicle; timeliness; responsiveness (at a competitive rate)— but they also happen to be great at what they do. They clearly take pride in their tours and their country. We are so glad we found George and, in turn, Vangelis. We had a perfect day. Highly recommend.
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From $525 (Per Group)
up to 8 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).