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!
Recommended stops
You can visit all the places from the list or pick only the ones you like. Just inform your driver about your choice before the ride. During the stops you can do whatever you want: visit the landmarks, take pictures e.t.c. Take as much time as you want within the overall time limit of the trip.

Heraklion City / Starting Poing
Your Welcome driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Heraklion at a convenient time of your choice.

Agios Nikolaos
In the nearby town of Agios Nikolaos, the setting is mythical: a lake that legend says is bottomless.

Elounda
Elounda Village, once a picturesque fishing village in lovely Mirabello Bay and nowadays is an ideal destination for people who want a seaside holiday.

Plaka
Plaka is a village in Lasithi, Crete. It neighbors the town of Elounda and is close to the historical island of Spinalonga.
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.
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.
Enjoy your travel to a maximum
Private
You will be picked up by a personal driver at a convenient place and time
Comfortable
Enjoy your trip in a nice air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi
Customizable
Pick the stops and the time you spend on each one
Efficient
Spend less time finding locations and waiting, and more time enjoying your travel
Professional
We hand-pick the best, friendliest and most knowledgeable drivers in the city
Reliable
Our customers rate us excellent on Tripadvisor and other platforms
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Travelers' reviews
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.
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.