Crete: Plaka, Spinalonga, & Agios Nikolaos Winter Day Trip Pickup from Malia, Stalis, Hersonisos, Analipsi, and Gouves
ID: GYG1135870-O-1743139
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Discover the beauty of Crete on a winter day trip to Plaka, Spinalonga, and Agios Nikolaos. Explore a Venetian fortress, visit a traditional olive oil park, and enjoy the serene atmosphere.
Start your winter day trip in the fishing village of Plaka, one of the most beautiful places in Eastern Crete. From here, admire Spinalonga Island, standing quietly in the calm waters of Mirabello Bay.
If the weather allows, take a short boat trip to Spinalonga. Walk through the old Venetian fortress and discover the stories of the people who once lived there. The atmosphere is peaceful and full of history.
After your visit, continue to Agios Nikolaos, the charming capital of Lassithi. In winter, the town is calm and welcoming. Walk around Voulismeni Lake, explore local shops, or relax with a coffee by the sea.
Before returning, stop at a traditional olive oil park. See how locals produce extra virgin olive oil and taste other Cretan products made from olives. This visit offers a warm and genuine experience of local life and flavors.
Itinerary
08:30 – 09:50 Pick-up
11:00 Arrival in Plaka (optional boat trip to Spinalonga)
13:00 Departure from Plaka
13:15 Arrival in Agios Nikolaos
14:30 Departure from Agios Nikolaos
14:45 Olive oil tour & tasting
15:15 Departure from Olive Oil Park
16:15 Arrival in Heraklion – Drop-off
ROUTE: approx. 200 km
DURATION: approx. 7–8 hours (depending on pick-up location)
STAY IN PLAKA: approx. 2 hours (Spinalonga visit: approx. 1 hour)
STAY IN AGIOS NIKOLAOS: approx. 1 hour 15 min
STAY IN OLIVE OIL PARK: approx. 30 min
Highlights
- Discover the history of Spinalonga Island and its Venetian fortress
- Explore the charming town of Agios Nikolaos and its serene Voulismeni Lake
- Visit a traditional olive oil park and taste authentic Cretan products
- Enjoy a peaceful winter day trip to some of Crete’s most beautiful spots
- Experience the real Crete in a simple, comfortable, and friendly way
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Weather conditions may affect the boat trip to Spinalonga
Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Bring a camera for photos
Infants must seat with their parents on the bus and will not have their own seats
INCLUDED
- Hotel pick-up and drop off (in Malia, Stalis, Hersonisos, Anissaras, Analypsi, Gouves, Gournes,Heraklio, Ammoudara, Agia Pelagia/Lygaria and Fodele.)
- Professional guide English German and French
- Air-conditioned minivan and minibus
- Visit to Plaka
- Boat trip to Spinalonga Island
- Visit to Venetian fortress
- Visit to Agios Nikolaos
- Walk around Voulismeni Lake
- Visit to traditional olive oil park
- Tasting of Cretan products
NOT INCLUDED
- Boat ticket: €15.00 (adult), €7.50 (child)
- Spinalonga entrance: €20.00
- Meals
- Personal expenses
- Free entrance:
- Children up to 18 years old
- Young adults up to 25 from the European Union
- 50% discount:
- EU citizens over 65 years old
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
