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Spinalonga Tour with Panagia Kera & Agios Nikolaos

Name: Spinalonga Tour with Panagia Kera & Agios Nikolaos
Brand: YourTransfer.gr
Price: 102.97 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)

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Spinalonga Tour with Panagia Kera & Agios Nikolaos

At a glance

Duration: 9h 30min
Price from: $103 / person
Location: Crete
Rating: 5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
Languages: EN, IT, FR, ES
Group: Small group, up to 20
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation: Instant
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator: YourTransfer.gr
Meeting point: Across from the entrance of the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, in front of Hari’s Creperie, Heraklion

Description

The Tour starts by driving along the Northern coast of the island were we will visit the 12th century Byzantine church of Panagia Kera, 1km from the village of Kritsa. We continue our tour driving through the beautiful coastal road and village of Elounda. One of them is the sea-front village of Plaka where we will board the boat to take us on the now deserted island of Spinalonga. Our guide will guide us through the ruins of what used to be a leper colony from 1903 to 1957 where lepers could have a better life, medical help and economic support. After our visit to Spinalonga, you will enjoy some free time to swim in the crystal clear waters of Plaka and optional lunch. After we will visit Agios Nikolaos town, the capital town of Lassithi. Here, the bottomless salt lake Voulismeni dominates the area. The city boasts interesting Archaeological, Folklore, and Natural History museums, Byzantine churches, a well-organised marina and traditional squares with buzzing cafés and restaurants.

Tour Options

Spinalonga tour (French)

Spinalonga tour (Italian)

Italian-speaking guide

Spinalonga Tour with Panagia Kera & Agios Nikolaos

English-speaking guide

Spinalonga tour (Spanish)

Spanish-speaking guide

Itinerary

Panagias Keras Church

Admission not included30 min

The Church of Panagia Kera is a Cretan Byzantine church, located 1 km from the village of Kritsa, in the Dikte Mountains. It contains the finest-preserved Byzantine-era frescoes in Crete, and for that reason, has become one of the most culturally and historically significant churches on the island.

Elounda

Pass by

The road into Elounda from Agios Nikolaos is approximately 12 km in length and follows the shore as it climbs to the top of a small mountain. On a clear day it is possible to see the whole of Mirabello Bay and all the way to the eastern tip of Crete.

Spinalonga (Kalydon)

Admission not included150 min

Spinalonga is also known as the Leper Island, as that is where lepers from Crete and the rest of Greece were quarantined until 1957.

Plaka Beach

120 min

Plaka is a seaside village on Elounda Bay in eastern Crete which sits opposite Spinalonga Island.

60 min

Agios Nikolaos is a coastal city on the Greek island of Crete, lying east of the island's capital Heraklion, north of the city of Ierapetra and west of the city of Sitia.

What's included

Included

VAT and all legal taxes included

Professional Guide

Air-conditioned Motorcoach

Not included

Pick up-drop off transfer

Lunch in restaurant throughout in the tour (20,00 €)

Gratuities

Anything that is not specified in the program as included

Spinalonga (Kalydon)

Panagias Keras Church

Boat transfer

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0

1 reviews

Important Information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Our company is not responsible for the client’s failure to appear at the meeting point for the booked tour or activity.
Last minute cancellation of flights or inability to disembark from a cruise ship, is not our company’s responsibility, therefore any refund requests due to such incidents will not be accepted. Should the client be aware of such a change, he/she is requested to communicate with our company more than 24 hours before the tour or activity starts, in order to discuss possible date or time amendment (subject to availability)
Refund requests for last minute cancellations (up to 24 hours before the tour or activity), for any reason, will not be accepted.
Please note that there will be time spent in transportation
Not recommended for travelers with mobility impairments

Cancellation

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

1+ days before100% refund

0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Spinalonga Tour with Panagia Kera & Agios Nikolaos take?

Spinalonga Tour with Panagia Kera & Agios Nikolaos lasts about 9h 30min. The itinerary has 5 stops.

How much does Spinalonga Tour with Panagia Kera & Agios Nikolaos cost?

Prices start at $103 per person for this Crete experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

Can I cancel Spinalonga Tour with Panagia Kera & Agios Nikolaos for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Across from the entrance of the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, in front of Hari’s Creperie, Heraklion. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Spinalonga Tour with Panagia Kera & Agios Nikolaos offered in?

The experience is available in EN, IT, FR, ES.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Children must be accompanied by an adult

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Not recommended for travelers with mobility impairments

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Spinalonga Tour with Panagia Kera & Agios Nikolaos worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by YourTransfer.gr.

Reviews(1)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

lj64

October 14, 2024 · via Tripadvisor

Excellent day !!

Did a full day tour to agios nicholos and most especially Spinalonga Island. Amazing history and cultural sites. Fantastic tour with Viator, guide was Natasha and coach driver Yannis. Both very professional and kept us all safe and on time. Pickup an and drop offs to loads of sites/ hotel all the way from Heraklion. Very customer focussed. Fun ferry trip out to the Island, such beautiful scenery all day, opportunities for people swim at a few places, even off the boat in the spectacular bay. Def recommend

Operator response

Thank you very much for your kind words! We are excited to know that you enjoyed the visit with us!

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