From Heraklion Private Tour to Spinalonga and Elounda
Enjoy a scenic, private day trip from Heraklion in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with your English-speaking driver. Begin your journey in Heraklion City, then relax with a coffee by the picturesque Lake Voulismeni in Agios Nikolaos, said to be bottomless.
100% Private & Customizable – Choose how long you stay at each stop.
Hotel Pickup & Drop-off – Travel with a local English-speaking driver.
Continue to Elounda, taking in breathtaking coastal views and glimpses of the historic Spinalonga Island, once a fortress, pirate haven, and leper colony. Then head to the quaint fishing village of Plaka, where you can enjoy lunch or a swim. From Plaka, take a short boat ride to Spinalonga to explore the filming sites of a famous Greek TV series and learn about its unique past.
After a day of history, beauty, and relaxation, your driver will return you comfortably to your hotel in Heraklion.
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From Heraklion Private Tour to Spinalonga and Elounda
Pickup included
What's included in From Heraklion Private Tour to Spinalonga and Elounda
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Heraklion
Your Welcome driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Heraklion at a convenient time of your choice.
Agios Nikolaos
In the nearby town of Agios Nikolaos, the setting is mythical: a lake that legend says is bottomless.
Elounda
Elounda Village, once a picturesque fishing village in lovely Mirabello Bay and nowadays is an ideal destination for people who want a seaside holiday.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- WiFi on board
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Hotel pickup and dropoff
- Well-maintained private car
- Professional English Speaking Driver
- Tips and gratuities
- Lunch, other beverages and meals.
- Ticket for the boat to Spinaloga
- Ticket for temporary exhibitions on the island.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Entrance Fee to Spinalonga Island Adults: €20 Reduced: €10 (applicable to EU citizens over 65, students, etc.) Children under 18: Free Note: The entrance fee is paid directly at the island's ticket office.
- Boat Transfer Costs From Elounda: Approximately €14 for a round trip, with boats departing every 30 minutes between 10:00 and 18:00.
- For 1–4 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
- For 5-8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
- For 9–12 people: A private minibus will be assigned to your group.
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Additional Information
Our operators/drivers are not official tour guides but are professional drivers and Locals that have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you to the sights but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city. Please know that we are unable to pick up, start or stop this sightseeing ride from or to the airport/port/train stations. Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.
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