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15 Best Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos Tours

I’ve rounded up the trips that pair Spinalonga’s fortress island with Agios Nikolaos and the blue sweep of Mirabello Bay. Spinalonga housed one of Europe’s last leper colonies until 1957, and a good guide turns the ruins into a story that stays with you. Boats leave from Elounda, Plaka and Agios Nikolaos itself.

1.Crete: Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island

Peek into the past on a day trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island, where history unfolds in unexpected ways - are you ready to uncover the mysteries?

Most Popular★ 4.6

“Absolutely loved this trip. Booking was clear and simple with specific pick up place and time. Our guide, Manos, was extremely friendly and he impressed us with his knowledge of Crete and his linguistic skills!! Information given was clear and concise. Agios Nikolaos is a…”

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3.From Ag. Nikolaos: Spinalonga & Kolokytha Cruise with Lunch

Discover Crete's highlights with this 5.5-hour boat cruise from Agios Nikolaos, exploring Spinalonga, swimming at Kolokytha Bay, and enjoying a seaside barbecue.

★ 4.2

“We had a great time on this cruise. The view was picturesque and Spinalonga was amazing. The entry tickets are included and the guided tour on the island is charged extra, but nonetheless, the island had a lot of direction and information boards so I…”

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4.Agios Nikolaos: Semi-Submarine Cruise

Yearning for a glimpse of the underwater wonders? Join the Agios Nikolaos Semi-Submarine Cruise for an unforgettable adventure that will leave you mesmerized.

★ 4.1

“Very nice excursion, and for a good price. The fishes are nice to watch, they got food from the guide. But also above, on the boat, it was beautiful to see the view, the Mountain, the villages, from the sea.”

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6.Day Trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island

Embark on a day trip to Agios Nikolaos and Spinalonga Island. Discover the beauty and history of these Greek destinations and create unforgettable memories.

★ 4.5

“This was a great way to see several places around the island. The tour bus was nice and clean. Our guide was informative. Excellent way to spend the day.”

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7.Crete: Agios Nikolaos, Plaka and Spinalonga Island Tour

Step into the captivating world of Crete's Agios Nikolaos, Plaka, and Spinalonga Island Tour where secrets await, promising an unforgettable journey.

★ 4.5

“Our guide Emmanuella was charming and fantastic. Good amount of time at every destination. Sights very beautiful. Good to get a chance to explore alone but get to so many things in a day. Pack swimming costumes and towels if you want to swim (the…”

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

Discover Crete’s highlights on this guided tour featuring Spinalonga, Agios Nikolaos, Elounda, a scenic boat ride, and a delicious BBQ lunch—all for a great value.

★ 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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10.Agios Nikolaos Semisubmersible Mediterranean Trip – Crete

Embark on a thrilling semi-submersible trip in Agios Nikolaos, Crete in 2024! Explore the stunning Mediterranean underwater world and create unforgettable memories on this unique adventure.

★ 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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12.Katharo Route Tour from Agios Nikolaos

Discover Crete's authentic side with this full-day 4x4 tour exploring mountains, villages, caves, and local flavors—an off-road adventure you won’t forget.

★ 5.0

“Had a wonderful day trip with Jeff! Extremely knowledgable. Wonderful look beyond the tourist areas into the beauty of Crete and it's people. Highly recommend!”

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14.Heraklion: Spinalonga, Agios Nikolaos, & Elounda Tour

Discover Crete’s highlights with this day trip exploring Spinalonga, Agios Nikolaos, and Elounda. Enjoy historical sights, beaches, and local culture for $30.

★ 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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15.Heraklion Full-Day Spinalonga Island With BBQ Lunch

Join us on a full-day tour to Spinalonga Island in Heraklion, with a delicious BBQ lunch included. Explore the island's rich history and enjoy the stunning views in 2024!

★ 4.0

“Nice boat trip. We dropped lucky and attended on a day when we got free entry to the island. Our guide (Christie I think) gave us loads of info about the island. The stop for lunch in the bay was good and the food was…”

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3.5Spinalonga And Bbq Trip – Daily At 10:00 From The Port Of Agios Nikolaos5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$36.01 4.3Boat tour Panorama Spinalonga with BBQ and Agios Nicolaos270 minutes - 12 hours$34 4.0Heraklion:Spinalonga Ag Nikolaos Elounda All Inn Boat & BBQ$28.23 3.7From Heraklion: Elounda, Kolokitha, and Spinalonga Boat Trip$28.23 4.5Agios Nikolaos Evening Catamaran Cruise in Mirabello With Dinner5 hours (approx.)$150.18 5.0Crete Yacht Cruises 8-Hours Guided Cruise in Agios Nikolaos7 hours (approx.)$1,922.34 4.5Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos From Heraklion Region$52.73 4.5Spinalonga Island Day Trip With Lunch and Entrance Fee Included$126.10 5.0Agios Nikolaos Morning Catamaran Cruise in Mirabello With Lunch5 hours (approx.)$150.18 3.5From Heraklion: Spinalonga Island BBQ and Agios Nikolaos ALL IN8 hours (approx.)$38.53 4.5PRIVATE Spinalonga, Ag Nikolaos, Olive Oil Factory Incl Boat8 hours (approx.)$162.19 5.04-Hour Private Boat Rental Without Skipper at Agios Nikolaos4 hours (approx.)$324.38 4.9Island Spinalonga, Milatos Cave, Speedboat, OliveTasting7 hours$115 5.0Full Day Trip to Spinalonga Zeus Cave and Olive Oil Factory$260.20 3.9From Heraklion:Spinalonga ,Elounda & Ag. Nikolaos with Lunch9 hours$58 4.5Crete Elounda and Spinalonga Island Cruise Day Trip7 hours (approx.)$48.06 5.0Small Group Sailing Cruise From Agios Nikolaos in Mirabello Bay6 hours (approx.)$132.03 3.8From Heraklion: Elounda and Spinalonga Full-Day Tour10 hours$56 4.0Spinalonga – Agios Nikolaos From Heraklion10 hours (approx.)$60.21 4.6Spinalonga and Milatos Cave: Safari Excursion & Speedboat$111 3.5Spinalonga, Elounda, Kolokithia, and Agios Nikolaos Day Trip – Crete$26.05 4.5Have Fun Cruising Agios Nikolaos – Elounda Bay4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$24.06 4.6Crete: Agios Nikolaos, Kritsa and Amazonas Park Day Trip8 hours$61 4.0Elounda: Spinalonga Professor Guided Boat Tour With BBQ and Swimming6 hours (approx.)$29.79