Spinalonga Day Trip, Heraklion - Book online at Civitatis.com

Name: Spinalonga Day Trip
Brand: Civitatis
Price: 40.36 USD
Rating: 7.7 (43 reviews)

The excursion is long but really worthwhile. The first swim is incredible, and the food is decent for the price: €15 for...

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On this trip to Spinalonga, we'll discover some of the most charming spots in Crete, and you'll get to swim in the turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea.

Details

Duration

12 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and another language.

Included

Transport by bus
English–speaking instructor

Not included

Admission ticket to Spinalonga: 20EUR per adult, free for under 18s
Transport by boat + barbecue lunch: 15EUR per adult and 7.5EUR for children aged 4–12

When to book

You can book up to 12 hours in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Reviews of our customers

7.7

Very good 356 Travelers·43 reviews

August 29, 2026
Dany Distave
Belgium
Fantastic excursions with a top-notch guide who speaks excellent French. The only minor issue was the meal on the boat, which was a bit limited with p...
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August 28, 2026
Oscar Lucha Lara
Barcelona, Spain
The excursion is long but really worthwhile. The first swim is incredible, and the food is decent for the price: €15 for adults and €7.50 for children...
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July 3, 2026
Anonymous
United Kingdom
For the price of pay, we get so so much out of it. They do take care of you from start to finish. The tour guide was such a lovely, smart and knowledg...
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July 2, 2026
Luc De Bélair
Montpellier, France
Exactly as described. The guide was very interesting, the meal on the boat was very well organized and quite good for the price. The only downside was...
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September 21, 2026
Montse
Màlaga, Spain
Fantastic, everything was very well organized and the BBQ was delicious
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June 19, 2026
Lluis
Marratxi, Spain
Everything was great, as planned.
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September 7, 2025
Sandra
Barcelona, Spain
It was great!! The boat trip was beautiful, and the stop to swim in the blue waters was lovely. The barbecue was surprisingly good, and then the visit...
Traveling solo
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September 19, 2023
Jorge Carpetano Trigueros
Spain
The activity was well organized, the barbecue is insufficient for what you pay, and in the conditions it is taking it would be more feasible to take a...
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July 23, 2023
Anibal Torres Escalante
Castro Urdiales, Spain
The guide, the dip and Spinalonga are worth it, the barbecue is a mistake, very expensive, you go hungry, don't really buy it, a cold steak, uncomfort...
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June 26, 2023
Aurore
Paris, France
You can go there with your eyes closed! We had a wonderful and unforgettable day! Everything is taken care of, bus and boat transport, you dive into c...
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On this trip to Spinalonga, we'll discover some of the most charming spots in Crete, and you'll get to swim in the turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea.

Day Trip Details

After picking you up at your meeting point, we’ll drive to the beautiful port of Elunda. There, we’ll board a boat and set sail first for Kolokitha Bay and Beach.

In this idyllic spot, you’ll have about 1.5 hours to swim in the crystal-clear waters and enjoy a delicious barbecue-style lunch on board, featuring grilled pork chops, Greek salad, feta cheese, bread, wine or soft drinks, and seasonal fruit.

Next, we’ll sail to the island of Spinalonga, a place with a history as rich as it is moving. We’ll take a 1.5-hour guided tour to discover its fascinating past as a natural defense for the ancient city of Olous, a hideout for Saracen pirates, a Venetian fortress, and a Turkish settlement.

On our return by boat to Elounda, we’ll board a bus to head to our final stop. Along the way, we’ll make a 30-minute stop to enjoy a traditional olive oil tasting at a local park.

After, we’ll arrive in Agios Nikolaos, the picturesque capital of Lasithi. You’ll have 1 hour of free time to browse the shops selling local products or relax at a café next to the famous Lake Voulismeni.

Finally, we’ll return to the pickup point, concluding the activity after about 9 to 12 hours, depending on the location of your accommodations.

Pickup Point

This tour includes pickup in the following areas:

Heraklion: center of Heraklion, Ammoudara Beach, Agia Pelagia, and Lygaria
Malia: center of Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos, Analipsi, Anisssaras, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Hany, and Karteros.

7.7

Very good 356 Travelers·43 reviews

August 29, 2026
Dany Distave
Belgium
Fantastic excursions with a top-notch guide who speaks excellent French. The only minor issue was the meal on the boat, which was a bit limited with p...
As a couple
Is this useful?
August 28, 2026
Oscar Lucha Lara
Barcelona, Spain
The excursion is long but really worthwhile. The first swim is incredible, and the food is decent for the price: €15 for adults and €7.50 for children...
Is this useful?
July 3, 2026
Anonymous
United Kingdom
For the price of pay, we get so so much out of it. They do take care of you from start to finish. The tour guide was such a lovely, smart and knowledg...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
July 2, 2026
Luc De Bélair
Montpellier, France
Exactly as described. The guide was very interesting, the meal on the boat was very well organized and quite good for the price. The only downside was...
As a couple
Is this useful?
September 21, 2026
Montse
Màlaga, Spain
Fantastic, everything was very well organized and the BBQ was delicious
Is this useful?
June 19, 2026
Lluis
Marratxi, Spain
Everything was great, as planned.
As a couple
Is this useful?
September 7, 2025
Sandra
Barcelona, Spain
It was great!! The boat trip was beautiful, and the stop to swim in the blue waters was lovely. The barbecue was surprisingly good, and then the visit...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
September 19, 2023
Jorge Carpetano Trigueros
Spain
The activity was well organized, the barbecue is insufficient for what you pay, and in the conditions it is taking it would be more feasible to take a...
As a couple
Is this useful?
July 23, 2023
Anibal Torres Escalante
Castro Urdiales, Spain
The guide, the dip and Spinalonga are worth it, the barbecue is a mistake, very expensive, you go hungry, don't really buy it, a cold steak, uncomfort...
Is this useful?
June 26, 2023
Aurore
Paris, France
You can go there with your eyes closed! We had a wonderful and unforgettable day! Everything is taken care of, bus and boat transport, you dive into c...
As a couple
Is this useful?

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Points of interest in Heraklion

Knossos Palace

Types of activities in Heraklion

Day trips

Other activities in Heraklion

Walking Tour of Heraklion Dinner with Live Music & Dance Heraklion Archaeological Museum Guided Tour Heraklion Archaeological Museum Tickets Heraklion Pirate Boat Ride

On this trip to Spinalonga, we'll discover some of the most charming spots in Crete, and you'll get to swim in the turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea.

Day Trip Details

After picking you up at your meeting point, we’ll drive to the beautiful port of Elunda. There, we’ll board a boat and set sail first for Kolokitha Bay and Beach.

On our return by boat to Elounda, we’ll board a bus to head to our final stop. Along the way, we’ll make a 30-minute stop to enjoy a traditional olive oil tasting at a local park.

Finally, we’ll return to the pickup point, concluding the activity after about 9 to 12 hours, depending on the location of your accommodations.

Pickup Point

This tour includes pickup in the following areas:

Heraklion: center of Heraklion, Ammoudara Beach, Agia Pelagia, and Lygaria
Malia: center of Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos, Analipsi, Anisssaras, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Hany, and Karteros.

Spinalonga Day Trip