Spinalonga Island Guided Day Trip with Tavern Lunch & Wine Pickup from Agia Pelagia to Ammoudara
ID: GYG395114-O-718394
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Embark on a guided day trip to Spinalonga Island and learn about its rich history. Enjoy a traditional Greek meal at a tavern in Plaka village, visit a medical herb plantation, and spend some time in the town of Agios Nikolaos.
Start with pickup from your hotel and travel by spacious bus through small towns to the picturesque fishing village of Elounda. Then, board a privately booked traditional wooden fishing boat which will take you on a short cruise to the island of Spinalonga. Hear as your professional guide will share insights and stories of a former leper colony and the history of Spinalonga Island.
After a guided walking tour on the island, board the boat and sail to the beautiful village of Plaka. Upon arrival, enjoy a lunch of local specialties in a traditional Greek tavern with a cozy atmosphere. Choose between fresh fish or chicken, enjoy some local wine, and enjoy the views of the coastline.
Next, visit a local herb plantation where a variety of natural plant products are cultivated. Learn about the various essential oils produced at the site and then enjoy a leisurely stroll through the large gardens.
Finally, visit the town of Agios Nikolaos for some time for further exploring and shopping. At the end of the tour, the bus will take you back to your pickup point near your hotel.
Highlights
- Take a short boat cruise to Spinalonga Island followed by a guided walking tour
- Enjoy a Greek lunch with fresh fish and wine at a seaside tavern in the scenic fishing village of Plaka
- Visit a vast medical herb plantation
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The bus will only be 80% full on this tour, to ensure passenger comfort and safety
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
Your hotel or nearest point accessible by bus (you will receive exact pickup info in a separate email from our local partner, please check your spam folder too).
Please be ready 5 minutes prior to your scheduled pickup. The bus cannot wait more than 2 minutes at the pickup point.
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 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 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.
