Spinalonga Island Tour Ticket
Excursions & day trips

Spinalonga Island Tour Ticket

4.8/5
Excellent
Based on 13 reviews
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£26.00
Free cancellation
Language: German, English, French, Dutch, Polish
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours
Do this because
  • Spinalonga island
  • Venetian fortress
  • Former leper colony
What to expect

The tiny island of Spinalonga is just a short hop away from Crete but a visit is like stepping back in time. Centuries of history are packed within the walls that encircle the islet. You'll sail to Spinalonga from Elounda, a 25-minute cruise.

On arrival at the islet – which is no more than 435m long and 230m wide – you'll find yourself immersed in its history straight away. Over the years, Spinalonga has been a Venetian outpost, an Ottoman town and a leper colony, which led to it being dubbed the ‘isle of tears'.

A guided walk will show you around the Venetian fortress and the leper colony – which closed in the 1950s. See the main street, still lined with the shops and houses where the lepers attempted to live ordinary lives. And look round the old hospital and graveyard. After fascinating if poignant visit, you'll board the boat and sail back to Elounda.

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What's included
  • check Boat trip
  • check Entrance to Spinalonga
  • check Guide
What to remember
  • You will meet your guide at 08:50 in Elounda square in the church under the clock
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
  • Transfers not included
  • Bring your passport or official EU identification
  • Food and drinks not included
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Provider
tui-supplier+tui-hellas-ae@musement.com
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.8/5

Based on 13 reviews from verified customers

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Sicherheit

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Service

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Personal

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Gutes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis

4.7/5

  • Margaret

    From United States of America - September 2024

    Travelled as a couple

     

    65 - 74 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The tour guide Maria to Spinalonga was very efficient and everyone was on board in no time. She gave us a great insight into the world of the lepers a ...

  • Daisy

    From United States of America - September 2024

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Amy

    From United Kingdom - September 2024

    Travelled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5