Crete Day Tour: Spinalonga, Agios Nikolaos, Elounda and Plaka from HeraklionDay trips and Excursions
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Crete Day Tour: Spinalonga, Agios Nikolaos, Elounda and Plaka from Heraklion Day trips and Excursions
- Heraklio, Crete
- €36.00 / person
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About this experience
DURATION: 10 hoursSTARTING TIME: 8.00 am
MEETING POINT: Pick up at designated meeting points
LANGUAGES: English, German
OPENING SEASON: May to October, every Tuesday
Overview
Discover beautiful Crete during a day tour in an air-conditioned coach. Visit Agios Nikolaos and the Elounda Lagoon and enjoy spectacular views of the Cretan landscape. During your Crete day tour explore the fishing village of Plaka as well as the famous island of Spinalonga.
◾ Visit Agios Nikolaos and walk around the famous Lake Voulismeni
◾ Enjoy beautiful views of the Gulf of Mirabello and the Elounda Lagoon
◾ Take a short boat ride from Plaka to Spinalonga
◾ Learn the history of Kolokitha and Spinalonga
◾ Conclude the day with a walk in the idyllic fishing village of Elounda
About this Experience
DURATION: 10 hoursSTARTING TIME: 8.00 am
MEETING POINT: Pick up at designated meeting points
LANGUAGES: English, German
OPENING SEASON: May to October, every Tuesday
Description - What to expect
Reach the cosmopolitan city of Agios Nikolaos on the Gulf of Mirabello, passing the northeast coast and St. George’s Gorge. Agios Nikolaos is famous for its picturesque bottomless lake, explored by the ocean researcher Jaques Cousteau and the subject of numerous legends. Discover the pretty city on your own, stroll through the shops, or relax in one of the cafes and watch the world go by.Continue to Elounda, enjoying some of the most beautiful views of Crete. Look across the Elounda Lagoon at the enchanting islands of Spinalonga and Kolokitha. Spinalonga has been an important place throughout history: for the ancient Greeks as a natural protection for the city of Olous; for the Saracens as a hiding place for their pirates; for the Venetians as a fortress; for the Turks as a settlement; and for a long time the island served as a leper colony.
After a short drive, you will reach Plaka, a small fishing village directly opposite Spinalonga. From there a 10-minute boat ride takes you to the island. Plaka was the ferry port of the leper colony, whose history was documented in a book and a Greek television series. Visit the filming sites, enjoy lunch or have a refreshing swim.
The last stop of the day is Elounda, a former fishing village but today a famous holiday resort with the most 5-star hotels in Greece. Take plenty of time to stroll through the picturesque harbor and have a cup of coffee before heading back to your accommodation.
What's included, what's not
✔ Ride in a modern, fully air-conditioned coach✔ Live tour guide
✔ Pick up/drop off from designated points
✖ Boat ticket (€6 for adults, €3 for children from 5 to 11 )
✖ Admission to Spinalonga (adults €8; children up to 18 years - free, EU citizens over 62 years with an ID card and students with an ID card €4)
Who can come/Other requirements
◾ Please bring with you a hat, sun-protection creme, swimming dress, towel, water, money for lunch and entrance fees◾ Please arrive 10 min before scheduled departure at the meeting point
Where we will meet
After booking the tour operator will contact you with a detailed description of your pickup point and time.Pick up service available from Heraklion - Ammoudara, Heraklion, Kokkini Chani, Gournes, Gouves, Annissaras, Analipsi, Hersonissos, Stalis, and Malia areas
Health and safety
✔ Provider complies with local legislation and applicable health recommendations with regard to Covid-19 prevention measuresDescription - What to expect
Reach the cosmopolitan city of Agios Nikolaos on the Gulf of Mirabello, passing the northeast coast and St. George’s Gorge. Agios Nikolaos is famous for its picturesque bottomless lake, explored by the ocean researcher Jaques Cousteau and the subject of numerous legends. Discover the pretty city on your own, stroll through the shops, or relax in one of the cafes and watch the world go by.Continue to Elounda, enjoying some of the most beautiful views of Crete. Look across the Elounda Lagoon at the enchanting islands of Spinalonga and Kolokitha. Spinalonga has been an important place throughout history: for the ancient Greeks as a natural protection for the city of Olous; for the Saracens as a hiding place for their pirates; for the Venetians as a fortress; for the Turks as a settlement; and for a long time the island served as a leper colony.
After a short drive, you will reach Plaka, a small fishing village directly opposite Spinalonga. From there a 10-minute boat ride takes you to the island. Plaka was the ferry port of the leper colony, whose history was documented in a book and a Greek television series. Visit the filming sites, enjoy lunch or have a refreshing swim.
The last stop of the day is Elounda, a former fishing village but today a famous holiday resort with the most 5-star hotels in Greece. Take plenty of time to stroll through the picturesque harbor and have a cup of coffee before heading back to your accommodation.