This is your exclusive chance to explore Eastern Crete. The short visit to the chapel of St. George
Monastery presents you with views of the Selinari Gorge, and then you have free time to feel the tranquillity of
Agios Nikolaos, the unique capital of the Lassiti region. Have a drink while enjoying stunning views of Mirabello Bay
and Voulismeni Lake, or plunge into shopping streets in search of souvenir treasures.
At noon, it is time for a boat trip to Spinalonga Island, once a Venetian fortress and later the last leper
colony in Europe. You can join a guided tour or have free time to discover the settlements of the victims and
survivors of this former illness explore the Venetian fortifications, and learn about the fascinating history of this
island.
During the sea voyage, you pass the cave of Pirate Barbarossa, the sunken City of Olous, and the island of
Kri Kri goats. There is a stop for swimming in the turquoise waters of Kolokytha Bay. The boat has two bars and a
restaurant.
Additional expenses:
boat ticket: 14€, children under 10 – 7€, infants under 3 –FREE,
Spinalonga entrance fee: 8€, EU citizens over 65 – 4€, students, EU citizens under 25, and children under 5 –FREE.
Lunch is not included in the tour price.