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    Day Trip to Spinalonga, Elounda & Plaka from Heraklion

    Visit Agios Nikolaos and the Elounda Lagoon. Explore the fishing village of Plaka as well as the island and former leper colony of Spinalonga.

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    About the ride

    Relax in your air-conditioned vehicle and travel to the seaside town of 1Heraklion City / Starting Poing. Admire the pretty harbor and Lake Voulismeni — said to be bottomless — and enjoy a coffee here before you venture onwards to 2Agios Nikolaos.

    • Hotel pickup and dropoff from a professional English Speaking driver
    • 100% Customisable & Private

    Continue to 3Elounda, 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, as a leper colony

    After a short drive, you will reach 4Plaka, a small fishing village directly opposite 5Spinalonga. 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.

    After your exploration of the west side of Crete is over, your personal driver will drive you safely back to your accommodation in Heraklion. 


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    You will be picked up by a personal driver at a convenient place and time

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    This was a very enjoyable tour, starting off with a visit to the lovely town of Agios Nikolaos. After sometime to walk around we were taken to Elounda to catch the boat to Spinalonga. Spinalonga is a very beautiful island with a very sad past though, our driver was really good and the swim afterwards was lovely. Highly recommended tour!

    Amber C.
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    I suggest this trip to everyone! Nikos was the best guide ever. His kindness was what we liked the most. He drove safely through beautiful sceneries and roads y the sea. The best part of the tour was taking the boat to Spinalonga to see where the Leper colony was. I have read Victoria Hislop's book and it was a dream come to true to see this untouched by today extraordinary scenery. Totally worth it! Thanks Nikos and Welcome for this trip.

    Christine

    Included in the price

    • All taxes, fees and handling charges
    • Hotel pickup and dropoff
    • Free wifi onboard
    • Fuel and tolls
    • Water
    • Professional English Speaking Driver
    • Well-maintained private car
    • Water for all passengers

    Not included

    • Entrance fees for all attractions
    • Tips and gratuities
    • Lunch, other beverages and meals.
    • Ticket for the boat to Spinaloga
    • Ticket for temporary exhibitions on the island.

    Frequently asked questions
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    What happens after I book?

    Once you complete your booking you will receive a confirmation email. Feel free to reach out to our customer service team at hello@welcomepickups.com for any specific questions regarding your booking.

     

    What is the cancellation policy?

    Any cancelation that is requested up to 24 hours prior to the operation time is entitled to a refund of 80%  

    In case of cancellation in less than 24 hours prior to the operation time or in case of no-show of the customer, you are not eligible for any form of refund. 

    Useful tips
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    Summer Essentials

    In the summer months, the sun is especially strong (even on cloudy days) so we recommend that you wear a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen to protect yourself. Also, be sure to drink enough water throughout the day to stay hydrated.

     

    Photography

    Photography is permitted in most historical sites unless otherwise mentioned.

     

    Local Currency

    We recommend you always keep local currency on you (euro) as many local merchants do not accept cards as payment.

     

    Dress Code

    We recommend that you wear comfortable clothing and good walking shoes since certain areas, such as the walking at Spinalongka island contains many steps and may have uneven or rocky ground.

     

     

    Accessibility & Special Needs

    Please be at the meeting point 10-15 minutes before the tour begins.

     

    Admission Fees

    Boat ticket:

    From Elounda to Spinalonga: €10 per adult | €5 per child of 5-11 years old

    From Plaka to Spinalonga: €8 per adult 

    *This price does not include the cost of the entrance ticket to the Spinalonga archaeological site.

    Entrance fee to Spinalonga (8 per adult, €4 per child)

    Admission to Spinalonga (adults €8 | children up to 18 years - free | EU citizens over 62 years with an ID card & students with an ID card €4)

     

     

     

    Terms of service
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    • Please note that the Welcome Drivers are not licensed to be your official tour guide at the local attractions and therefore will not accompany you into the sites. You may, however, hire a professional tour guide at an extra cost.
    • Your Welcome Driver will provide you with their local knowledge and personal recommendations between stops. Since your safety is Welcome’s top priority, please refrain from distracting the driver during demanding driving conditions.
    • Your Welcome Driver will drop you off and pick you up as close as possible to your stop whilst always respecting local traffic laws.

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    1 to 4 people costs €340

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