Spinalonga Day Trip - Reviews

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7.70 / 10

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Aug / 29 / 2026

Dany Distave

Belgium

I travelled with my partner

super excursions avec une guide top qui parle très bien le français seul très petit souci c'est le repas sur le bateau qui est un peu limité avec du porc et légumes sans pommes de terre, c'est un peu juste pour un mangeur normal et la durée a agios qui très courte 1h qui pourrait être plus longue même en supprimant la visite de l'usine d'olive Translate this opinion into English.

Fantastic excursions with a top-notch guide who speaks excellent French. The only minor issue was the meal on the boat, which was a bit limited with pork and vegetables but no potatoes – a bit stingy for an average eater. Also, the time spent in Agios was very short, only an hour, which could have been longer, even without the olive factory visit. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with my partner

Aug / 24 / 2026

Oscar Lucha Lara

Barcelona, Spain

I travelled with teenagers

La excursión es larga pero está realmente bien, el primer baño el sitio es increíble y la comida no está mal por el precio que es 15€ adultos y 7,5€ niños. Es verdad que la visita a Agios Nikolaus se hace un poco corta y la de la fábrica de aceite es puramente comercial pero es una excursión totalmente recomendable, eso sí todo en inglés. Translate this opinion into English.

The excursion is long but really worthwhile. The first swim is incredible, and the food is decent for the price: €15 for adults and €7.50 for children. It's true that the visit to Agios Nikolaus is a bit short, and the olive oil factory tour is purely commercial, but it's a highly recommended excursion, though it's all in English. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with teenagers

Aug / 06 / 2026

Vicky

Málaga, Spain

I travelled with my partner

Me pareció una tomadura de pelo. Lo que menos vimos fue Spinalonga. Nos recogieron temprano, primero en minibús y luego en autobús, fuimos a una fábrica de aceite en camino, después visitamos dos pueblos y por fin el barco que nos llevó a una playa que estaba abarrotada. Volvimos al barco para la comida normalita y extresante, tenías que mantener el equilibrio para que no se cayera la bebida ni la naranja. Al fin en Spinalonga tuvimos menos de hora y media para la visita con un extra de 20€.

I felt ripped off. We saw very little of Spinalonga. We were picked up early, first by minibus and then by bus. We went to an olive oil factory on the way, then visited two villages, and finally boarded the boat that took us to a packed beach. We went back to the boat for a mediocre and stressful lunch; you had to keep your balance so you didn't spill your drink or orange. Finally, in Spinalonga, we had less than an hour and a half to visit, which cost an extra €20.

I travelled with my partner

El proveedor local hace lo posible para que la actividad esté a la altura de las expectativas de todos los participantes. Sentimos que este no haya sido tu caso. Se tendrán en cuenta tus comentarios de cara a mejorar el servicio. Translate this opinion into English.

The local provider does everything possible to ensure the activity meets the expectations of all participants. We regret that this was not your experience. Your feedback will be taken into account to improve the service. Opinion translated. Show original.

Jul / 03 / 2026

Anonymous

United Kingdom

I travelled by myself

For the price of pay, we get so so much out of it. They do take care of you from start to finish. The tour guide was such a lovely, smart and knowledgeable person. We did beach (crystal clear waters!) then Spinalonga, followed by shopping for souvenirs and eating ice cream in a local area and then olive oil tasting. The only issue is that the EXACT pickup point information was unclear/wrong on the ticket so I had to call and clarify.

I travelled by myself

Jul / 02 / 2026

Luc De Bélair

Montpellier, France

I travelled with my partner

Tout à fait conforme au descriptif. La guide était très intéressante, le repas sur le bateau très bien organisé et très correct pour le prix demandé. Le seul bémol est la dureeydu trajet en car mais personne ne peut en être tenu responsable. Translate this opinion into English.

Exactly as described. The guide was very interesting, the meal on the boat was very well organized and quite good for the price. The only downside was the length of the bus journey, but no one can be held responsible for that. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with my partner

Aug / 26 / 2026

Anonymous

I travelled by myself

Jul / 27 / 2026

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Jun / 22 / 2026

Izaro

Spain

I travelled with teenagers

Jun / 19 / 2026

Lluis

Marratxi, Spain

I travelled with my partner

Estupendo todo lo previsto Translate this opinion into English.

Everything was great, as planned. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with my partner

Sep / 06 / 2025

Sandra

Barcelona, Spain

I travelled by myself

Estuvo muy bien!! El barco hizo un trayecto bonito y la parada para nadar en las aguas azules estuvo muy bien La barbacoa sorprendentemente fue buena y luego la visita a la isla de Spinalonga estuvo muy bien y el tour muy informativo de la historia de la isla. Un día para recordar, recomiendo esta excursión, sobre todo llevar el bañador y la toalla!!! Aranya la guía y Pablos el guía en la isla muy atentos y con buena explicación Translate this opinion into English.

It was great!! The boat trip was beautiful, and the stop to swim in the blue waters was lovely. The barbecue was surprisingly good, and then the visit to Spinalonga Island was great, and the tour was very informative about the island's history. A day to remember. I highly recommend this excursion, especially bringing your swimsuit and towel! Aranya, the guide, and Pablos, the island guide, were very attentive and provided great explanations. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled by myself

Sep / 19 / 2023

Jorge Carpetano Trigueros

Spain

I travelled with my partner

La actividad estaba bien organizada, la bbq es insuficiente para lo que pagas, y en las condiciones que se toma sería más factible llevarse un bocadillo o algo similar. Spinalonga ha estado espectacular, y en Agios Nikolaos el tiempo ha sido escaso, sólo 1 hora, sin contar los 5 minutos ida y vuelta que pierdes desde el parking hasta el centro. Respecto a las guías, ambas han sido maravillosas, tanto la del bus como la de Spinalonga. Una pega seria la cantidad de paradas que se realiza. Translate this opinion into English.

The activity was well organized, the barbecue is insufficient for what you pay, and in the conditions it is taking it would be more feasible to take a sandwich or something similar. Spinalonga has been spectacular, and in Agios Nikolaos the time has been limited, only 1 hour, not counting the 5 minutes round trip that you lose from the parking lot to the center. Regarding the guides, both have been wonderful, both the one on the bus and the one on Spinalonga. One drawback would be the number of stops that are made. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with my partner

Jul / 11 / 2023

Anibal Torres Escalante

Castro Urdiales, Spain

I travelled with small children

La guía, el chapuzón y Spinalonga merece la pena, la barbacoa un error, muy caro, pasas hambre, de veras no lo compréis, un filete frío, incómodo para comer y un poco de ensalada, con una naranja roñosa, no cuesta ni 3 euros, por lo demás es buena excursión para pasar un día, el último pueblo sobra. Translate this opinion into English.

The guide, the dip and Spinalonga are worth it, the barbecue is a mistake, very expensive, you go hungry, don't really buy it, a cold steak, uncomfortable to eat and a bit of salad, with a rusty orange, it doesn't even cost 3 euros, otherwise it's a good excursion to spend a day, the last town is plenty. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with small children

Jun / 24 / 2023

Aurore

Paris, France

I travelled with my partner

Vous pouvez y aller les yeux fermés ! Nous avons passé une journée magnifique et inoubliable ! Tout est pris en charge, transport en bus, en bateau, vous plongez dans de l'eau cristalline sur une île magnifique (Kolokitha), mangez un barbecue et une très bonne salade grecque, continuez pour visiter Spinalonga et sa forteresse (magnifique aussi, surtout si vous montez tout en haut). Puis direction une dégustation délicieuse d'huile d'olive et balade à Agios Nikolaos. Vraiment j'ai adoré foncez !!

I travelled with my partner

May / 15 / 2023

Sandrine Tetaud

Ligné, France

I travelled with teenagers

La journée a été exceptionnelle. Notre guide Emmanuella très agréable,disponible et souriante. L'île de Spinalonga était formidable,histoire émouvante. Agios Nickolaos merveilleux,une journée bien remplie et top. Très bonne prise en charge du début à la fin. Je recommande en tout point. Translate this opinion into English.

The day was exceptional. Our guide Emmanuella very pleasant, available and smiling. Spinalonga Island was a great, moving story. Wonderful Agios Nickolaos, a busy and top day. Very good support from start to finish. I recommend in every way. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with teenagers

Sep / 13 / 2022

Maria Almudena

Spain

I travelled with friends

Nosotros salimos desde Heraklion, y a pesar de estar informados, se nos hizo muy pesado recoger a tanta gente hasta llegar al barco. La visita a Spinalonga muy bien. Nos sobró totalmente la visita a la fábrica de aceite, de la que nos enteramos allí. Hubiéramos preferido más tiempo en Agios Nikolaos. Resumiendo que se nos hizo muy larga, demasiado autobús. Por lo demás muy organizado Translate this opinion into English.

We left from Heraklion, and despite being informed, it was very difficult for us to pick up so many people until we reached the ship. The visit to Spinalonga very well. We totally missed the visit to the oil factory, which we found out about there. We would have preferred more time in Agios Nikolaos. In short, it was very long, too much bus. otherwise very organized Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with friends

Jun / 27 / 2022

Ana

Spain

I travelled with teenagers

La actividad estuvo bien, el viaje en barco muy bien. . Pero en spinalonga no tuvimos tiempo libre para hacer fotos dentro de la fortaleza. En ningun momento se informa que ademas del coste indicado hay que pagar 12 euros para el barco y la barbacoa, que tuvimos que pagar en el bus. En la barbacoa nos preguntaron si queríamos pollo o cerdo pero al.final no había pollo. La guía que nos acompaño en el bus y barco muy atenta.

The activity was good, the boat trip very well. . But in spinalonga we didn't have free time to take photos inside the fortress. At no time is it reported that in addition to the indicated cost you have to pay 12 euros for the boat and the barbecue, which we had to pay on the bus. At the barbecue we were asked if we wanted chicken or pork but in the end there was no chicken. The guide that accompanied us on the bus and boat was very attentive.

I travelled with teenagers

En la descripción de nuestra web se indica que no está incluido en el precio ni la entrada a Spinalonga (8€) ni el transporte en barco con barbacoa (12€ los adultos y 6€ los menores de 12 años). Sentimos si se esperaba otra cosa. Sin embargo, hemos confirmado que la actividad se realizó según lo ofertado. Aun así, seguiremos esforzándonos por mejorar. Translate this opinion into English.

In the description of our website it is indicated that neither the entrance to Spinalonga (€8) nor the boat transport with barbecue (€12 for adults and €6 for children under 12) are not included in the price. We apologize if anything else was expected. However, we have confirmed that the activity was carried out as offered. Even so, we will continue to strive to improve. Opinion translated. Show original.

Sep / 13 / 2025

Anônimo

Brazil

I travelled with my partner

Passeio ótimo e o final na produção de Azeite é uma cereja no bolo Translate this opinion into English.

Great tour and the finale in the olive oil production is the cherry on the cake. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with my partner

Aug / 09 / 2025

Anonymous

Spain

I travelled with my partner

Aug / 08 / 2025

Anonymous

Aug / 07 / 2025

Emilia

Bilbao, Spain

I travelled with teenagers

Desde que subimos al autobús, hasta que este recogió a los últimos pasajeros, transcurrió hora y media viajando de hotel en hotel. A la vuelta lo mismo. Y la visita a Spinalonga no fue tal, porque el guía se paró a unos 5 minutos a pie desde la entrada, y pasó el resto del tiempo en el mismo sitio hablando de la leprosería, por lo que tuvimos que regresar al barco sin haber podido visitar propiamente el enclave.

From the moment we boarded the bus until it picked up the last passengers, an hour and a half passed traveling from hotel to hotel. The same thing happened on the way back. And the visit to Spinalonga wasn't even a visit, because the guide stopped about a five-minute walk from the entrance and spent the rest of the time in the same place talking about the leper colony, so we had to return to the boat without having been able to properly visit the site.

I travelled with teenagers

Esta visita, tal como indicamos, se hace desde el exterior, ya que la entrada no está incluida en el precio, por lo que se ofrece como un extra que se paga en destino, y sobre el cual no podemos asegurar la disponibilidad. Sentimos las molestias ocasionadas, y que esto haya estropeado la experiencia. Translate this opinion into English.

This tour, as indicated, is conducted from outside the hotel. Admission is not included in the price. Therefore, it is offered as an extra chargeable on arrival, and we cannot guarantee availability. We apologize for any inconvenience caused and for any negative impact on your experience. Opinion translated. Show original.

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