Cruise to Spinalonga, Kolokytha Bay & Agios Nikolaos with Lunch
Overview
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Exclusivity: We operate the only tour that starts sail from Agios Nikolaos and gives travellers the joy of cruising across Mirabello Bay for 1 hour! In addition, our boat is the only one that makes a stop at the beach of Kolokytha and give participants the time to swim and enjoy their lunch there.
This tour combines both a visit to the town of Agios Nikolaos, Spinalonga Fortress and a unique stay on the beach of Kolokytha for lunch and a swim stop. Our participants will enjoy a cruise through Mirabello bay, the crystal clear waters of Kolokytha beach, and the historic island of Spinalonga.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Liability Insurance Coverage by ALLIANZ for our tour participants
Boat Tickets
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tour Guide
Menu: Salad, Slice of bread, OPTION: Chicken in the oven or Vegetarian wrap, Dessert: 1 fruit, Drink: 1 glass of wine or juice
Extra Food/Drinks
Spinalonga
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Heraklion
We start our tour from the pick-up points where we gather all participants in our busses. Our tour-leaders will welcome you in order to start the activity. In about 1.5 hour we will arrive at the town of Agios Nikolaos.
Agios Nikolaos
The cosmopolitan town of Agios Nikolaos. That's where the boat sails from, towards the island of Spinalonga.
Options
Italian: Anisaras, Gouves area
Pick-up from specific points:: Anisaras, Analipsi, Gouves
Pickup included
French: Agia Pelagia area
Pick-up from specific points:: Agia Pelagia, Lygaria
Pickup included
Italian: Hersonissos, Malia
Pick-up from specific points: : Stalis, Malia, Hersonisos, Piskopiano and Sisi
Pickup included
German: Agia Pelagia area
Pick-up from specific points:: Agia Pelagia, Lygaria
Pickup included
German: Heraklion area
Pick-up from specific points:: Heraklion, Amoudara & Kokini Hani
Pickup included
Itralian: Heraklion area
Pick-up from specific points:: Heraklion, Amoudara & Kokini Hani
Pickup included
German: Anisaras, Gouves area
Pick-up from specific points:: Anisaras, Analipsi, Gouves
Pickup included
Italian: Agia Pelagia area
Pick-up from specific points:: Agia Pelagia, Lygaria
Pickup included
French: Hersonissos, Malia
Pick-up from specific points: : Stalis, Malia, Hersonisos, Piskopiano, Sisi
Pickup included
English: Anissaras, Gouves are
Pick-up from specific points:: Anisaras, Analipsi, Gouves
Pickup included
German: Hersonissos, Malia
Pick-up from specific points: : Stalis, Malia, Hersonisos, Piskopiano, Sisi
Pickup included
English: Agia Pelagia area
Pick-up from specific points:: Agia Pelagia, Lygaria
Pickup included
English: Hersonissos, Malia
Pick-up from specific points: : Stalis, Malia, Hersonisos, Piskopiano, Sisi
Pickup included
Polish: Hersonissos, Malia
Pick-up from specific points: : Stalis, Malia, Hersonisos, Piskopiano, Sisi
Pickup included
Polish: Heraklion area
Pick-up from specific points:: Heraklion, Amoudara & Kokini Hani
Pickup included
English: Heraklion area
Pick-up from specific points: : Heraklion, Amoudara & Kokini Hani
Pickup included
Polish: Agia Pelagia area
Pick-up from specific points:: Agia Pelagia, Lygaria
Pickup included
French: Anisaras, Gouves area
Pick-up from specific points:: Anisaras, Analipsi, Gouves
Pickup included
French: Heraklion area
Pick-up from specific points:: Heraklion, Amoudara & Kokini Hani
Pickup included
Polish: Anisaras, Gouves area
Pick-up from specific points:: Anisaras, Analipsi, Gouves
Pickup included
Reviews
105 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful
105delphinem,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful day. Of course, you have to be careful with the timetables but it is a matter of respect for other travellers and these are the constraints of any collective excursion. Everybody played along. The guide Elisabeth, a lady with short hair, fluent in French (but also Italian and English) , very cultivated and exciting allowed us to immerse ourselves in the history of this island. The swimming in the bay very well organized and finally the walk to Agios Nikolaos to end the day. We've learned a lot. I recommend. We found with pleasure our guide for a second excursion to Chania and Rethymnon. The prices were much more correct than those offered by the hotel. I recommend. Thank you again for these two wonderful days with this competition without forgetting the very professional drivers.
Great day
C8041KBsarahe,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Great day excursion well worth doing. Our driver, Zach was very good, friendly and helpful. He was punctual and the transport was kept clean. Spinalonga is a great place full of history. Niko agios was quaint and beautiful.
Disappointed, not enough time on Spinalonga food quite bad
D2560UUlucya,
Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00We were picked up by a mad driver in a minibus who was scrolling his phone whilst driving and nearly hit a lorry. Thankfully we were dropped 10 minutes away at a proper coach. Spinalonga is fascinating especially if you have read 'The Island'. We felt there was not enough time to explore and could have done without the 90 minutes in Agios Nikolaos. Boat was very crowded and lunchtime was a free for all with nowhere to sit and eat. Vegetarian option was raw egg in a tortilla wrap which ran out on the salad. I probably wouldn't recommend this trip and would advise a straightforward no frills trip to Spinalonga. My husband enjoyed it more than me so probably fairer to give 3 and a half stars.
OK but wish we knew more
John D,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00The hotel pickups took a long time, and there was a lot of confusion — no one seemed to know what was happening. The boat trip itself was okay, but there was no mention beforehand to bring a swimsuit, which would have been helpful. The tour also advertised a vegan meal option, but there wasn’t one — they just served the regular meal without chicken. I was a bit disappointed overall and didn’t realize we’d be sharing the boat with other tour groups, which made it quite crowded
Spinalonga was the highlight
Curious581629,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00A good trip but very long pick up, took 3 hours from Heraklion with no chance of a comfort break. Also lunch on the boat was not until 2:30 so after a 7am start was a long wait. Spinalonga was excellent.
More time for release.
C4940ITmonikap,
Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00On the island of Spinaloia we would have liked more time for free time. The guide was nice but repeated herself too often.
Great day trip
R2305SDmonikam,
Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful day trip to Spinalonga with a stop at a gorgeous bay for swimming. We were conveniently collected from the hotel, and our tour guides Irini and Ester were very knowledgeable and accommodating for all our questions. Lunch on the boat was good and the little town of Agios Nikolaos was a delightful little place for a stroll before returning back to the resort. Can definitely recommend the trip.
Just great!
jacquelinerE5257SP,
Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was just great! From transfer, guide, swimming in the bay, eating on the ship and the many beautiful photos I have been able to take. And that for a wonderful day trip for only € 49.-. I would highly recommend it.
Cruise to Spinalonga
M5313AXmarinah,
Sep 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great cruise. The tour of Spinalonga was brilliant. The swimming and lunch were also really good. Would really recommend it.
Good Price quality ratio
E2686ZObarbaram,
Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Pleasant cruise, bewitching blue sea. 30€ per person with lunch... the downside is the world and the organization of lunch! Correct service otherwise compared to the price.
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