Top Things to do in Agios Nikolaos
What to do and see in Agios Nikolaos, Crete: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours
Discover the best top things to do in Agios Nikolaos, Greece including Spinalonga Island - Ag Nikolaus - Elounda Bay - Private Tour., Private Full-Day Knossos-Lasithi Plateau-Cave of Zeus from Elouda, PRIVATE Spinalonga, Ag Nikolaos, olive oil factory incl Boat, Spinalonga - Agios Nikolaos From Heraklion, Minoan Paths - Private Tour, The Stone Roads, Private Full-Day East Crete Tour from Heraklion, Sea Breeze And Cool, Private Tour Crete, visit the Minoan Palace of Malia, Elounda, Spinaloga Island.
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1. Spinalonga Island - Ag Nikolaus - Elounda Bay - Private Tour.
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
This Tour gives you the opportunity to visit on your own way so many places in one day that if not with a local guide it would be impossible to visit and find.We visit Monasteries, Churches, Agios Nikolaus City, Spinalonga Island, Krasi village where the oldest Platanus tree in Crete it's found, we have a traditional Cretan Lunch in the traditional village of Mochos where we visit a few beautiful churches, and in the end if we have time we can visit the fishing village of Sisi where we go for a walk on the Palm Bay. ACACIA TOURS MHTE1039e60000115201
Inclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water, Soda/Pop, Liability insurance.
Exclusions: Boat ticket to Spinalonga. 10 Euro , Entrance fee at the Spinalonga (8 euro ) , Lunch
Reviewed By Cellabelle-27
This tour was highly recommended by a friend, and wow, totally exceeded all expectations! Eddie is a lovely, friendly, funny and knowledgeable guy... I seen and learned more about Crete in one day than I have in all the years going there! The tour included a visit to olive oil factory, cave of Zeus, lovely lunch with wine in the beautiful village of Mochlos, Lassithi plateau (stunning views) and finally wine tasting at the winery which was the perfect end to a perfect day ???? So if you want to see the real Crete and have a fantastic day out with a wonderful guide, book with Eddie... You will not regret it
2. Private Full-Day Knossos-Lasithi Plateau-Cave of Zeus from Elouda
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Start at the traditional village of Mochos with its narrow alleys and colourful gardens, then continue to Krasi and visit the 2,400-year-old Writers' Plane Tree. Afterwards, the tour will ascend to the Diktaion Andron, an ancient cave believed to be the birthplace of Zeus. Take in the incredible view of the Lasithi Plateau. Next, visit the Knosos Palace, where Zeus’s son Minos intertwined his name with the oldest civilization in Europe. Optionally, you can also visit the Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Whenever you feel like it you can have lunch at a restaurant of your choosing.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, V.I.P. Class air-conditioned vehicle, Honey/Raki tasting
Exclusions: Drinks and Meals, Souvenirs and personal expenses, Tickets to Knosos and Museum (15€, 12€), Ticket to the cave of Zeus (6€), Heraklion Archaeological Museum 10 €
Reviewed By Nefeli L
Our vacation in Greece after staying in Athens for 2 days included Santorini and Crete. While we were in Santorini we met a couple (Chris and Heather) that had just left Crete and the first thing they told us was that we had to meet Kostas if we were planning on going on a tour. They gave us his number and when we got there we went on the Knossos - Lasithi tour of his. First of all, he spoke great English which made his storytelling even more enjoyable. Then the places we visited were amazing. My favourite part was the hike uphill to the cave. After Knossos (the last stop of our tour) Kostas took us to an amazing traditional restaurant which was the cherry on top of a great day.
3. PRIVATE Spinalonga, Ag Nikolaos, olive oil factory incl Boat
Overall Ratings
4.4 based on 10 reviews
With a minibus your Eye Travel guide shows you the Spinalonga island and other interesting places. Our first stop is in Agios Nikolaos where we have a fantastic view over the "Bottomless lake". You have some free time for a coffee and a stroll along the most eastern main city of Crete. After passing Elounda it is time for SPINALONGA, the last leper colony of Europe. A typical Cretan fishing boat brings you to the island, this takes no more than 10 minutes. On the island you make a tour. After finishing the trip on Spinalonga, a fishing boat brings you back to the small village of Plaka. Plaka is a tiny harbor, so the unique opportunity to eat fresh fish. After our lunch we are heading to an olive oil factory. You get a guided tour through the factory. All facts about olive oil, the pressing methods and grades of olive oil are explained. At the end of the tour you can taste different olive oils and other local products.
Inclusions: Pick up / drop off (15 km around Hersonissos), Gasoline, Insurance, Driver/guide, Air-conditioned minibus, Boat trip to and from Spinalonga, Guided tour in the olive oil factory
Exclusions: Drinks coffee stop Agios Nikolaos, Entrance Spinalonga (8 euro per person, Reduced admission 4 euro per person), Lunch
Reviewed By 16gilj
We had the best time ever with Taina our guide! She made this one unforgettable.. In short: we rode 4X4 jeeps on/off road, ate some delicious Greek food and learn a bit about the history and culture of the Island. Highly recommended!
4. Spinalonga - Agios Nikolaos From Heraklion
Overall Ratings
4.1 based on 9 reviews
Originally, Spinalonga was not an island – it was part of the island of Crete. During Venetian occupation the island was carved out of the coast for defence purposes and a fort was built there. During Venetian rule, salt was harvested from salt pans around the island.The island has also been used as a leper colony. Spinalonga has appeared in novels, television series, and a short film. This excursion is a perfect option for those who want to combine land & sea tours. You will also have the opportunity to visit the eastern part of Crete, Agios Nikolaos, a small town with a picturesque harbour and the island of Spinalonga.
Inclusions: Transportation, Hotel Pick up, Drop Off, Guide, Lunch
Exclusions: Tips, Personal Expenses, Boat Ticket
Reviewed By 706kristinaf
We were 4 but the guide only had two on her paper so first they drive off and later they came back and realiser it was us they were waiting for. Everything else was super.
5. Minoan Paths - Private Tour
With the city of Heraklion as your starting point, you will walk along the paths of Minos, the king of Knossos, and admire the Minoan civilisation. Let your eyes wander over the endless vineyards, follow the wine routes and taste exquisite wines (optional) at a vineyard we choose especially for you! When we end our tour of Knossos, we head towards the picturesque town of Archanes and begin our journey on the Cretan wine routes. Crete boasts a wine tradition that is 4000 years old. If you are a wine enthusiast you may complement your gastronomic experience taking part in a wine tasting session at a vineyard of our choice.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Fuel surcharge, Parking Fees
Exclusions:
Reviewed By MargusRo
We had private Day Tour to Zeus Cave and Lassithi Plateau with Adventure Crete Company. Our tourguide Petra was excellent driver and her knowledge about Crete was top level. Our lunch at local Taverna was unbeliaveble fresh and tasty. Breathtaking views on mountains and Lassithi Plateau.
6. The Stone Roads
We begin at Agios Nikolaos and after just 10 km, we arrive at Elounda. This renowned tourist destination boasts luxury hotels, numerous taverns and restaurants, recreation facilities and a landscape of unparalleled beauty. (Films that were shot in the area: Moon spinner, Who pays the ferryman, The island)We visit the submerged ancient city of Olous (mosaic floor - early Christian Basilica). You may take photos of the bay of Elounda, the Venetian channel, the windmills and the saltpans.On our way to Cape Aforesmenos we will be overlooking the historic island of Spinalonga that initially was a Venetian (subsequently Ottoman) fortress - base and in the 20th century it served as a leper colony. It is the second most visited monument in Crete, second only to the Palace of Knossos and it has been nominated for inscription on the UNESCO World Heritage List.The visit to the island of Spinalonga is optional!As we continue our journey, we come across traditional villages with kind-hearted people
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: All Fees and Taxes
Reviewed By MargusRo
We had private Day Tour to Zeus Cave and Lassithi Plateau with Adventure Crete Company. Our tourguide Petra was excellent driver and her knowledge about Crete was top level. Our lunch at local Taverna was unbeliaveble fresh and tasty. Breathtaking views on mountains and Lassithi Plateau.
7. Private Full-Day East Crete Tour from Heraklion
Start at the traditional village of Mochos with its narrow alleys and colourful gardens, then continue to Krasi and visit the 2,400-year-old Writers' Plane Tree. Afterwards, the tour will ascend to the Diktaion Andron, an ancient cave believed to be the birthplace of Zeus. Take in the incredible view of the Lasithi Plateau. After that amazing experience the tour will take you to the vibrant city of Agios Nikolaos through a long-forgotten route where you get to see wildgoats from up close. There you can visit, surrounded by many legends, Voulismeni lake. Next, visit the villages of Elouda and Plaka with the beautiful beach where you can take a swim or/and visit the world-famous Spinaloga which is a short boat-ride away.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, V.I.P. Class air-conditioned vehicle, Honey/Raki tasting
Exclusions: Drinks and Meals, Souvenirs and personal expenses, Ticket to the cave of Zeus (6€), Boat and entrance tickets to Spinalonga (12€+8€)
Reviewed By 324lenap
We took the tour on a hunch and did not regret it. Costas made the tour feel like a day trip with old friends . His knowledge of the local history and culture is amazing all wrapped in a natural sense of humour. The locations selected very carefully to reflect the best this place has to offer and the vehicle was comfortable and spotless The highlight was the homemade raki and honey. we can't recommend the service enough .
8. Sea Breeze And Cool
The experience starts from Agios Nikolaos and we follow a 100km-route where our guests have the chance to admire temples, holy monasteries, museums and abandoned or traditional hamlets, to hang out with shepherds and kind-hearted beekeepers and the people who live in the mountain villages. In the traditional village of Kritsa, you may stroll around the picturesque alleys and admire the handmade artefacts or pay a visit to Kritsa. Not to be missed: A visit to Panagia Kera. and Ancient LATOWe continue towards Katharo Plateau (altitude 1200m) through the cypress forest where we see goats, sheep and if we get lucky, we may even witness Cretan vultures in the wild..We leave Katharo Plateau and we head to Lassithi Plateau, The Diktaean Cave, that is, the birthplace of Zeus, , is located at Psychro. nurtured Zeus as an infant.We descend through the village of Potamoi - Kremasta and then we continue to the village of Houmeriako - Limnes -Agios Nikolaos.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: All Fees and Taxes
Reviewed By MargusRo
We had private Day Tour to Zeus Cave and Lassithi Plateau with Adventure Crete Company. Our tourguide Petra was excellent driver and her knowledge about Crete was top level. Our lunch at local Taverna was unbeliaveble fresh and tasty. Breathtaking views on mountains and Lassithi Plateau.
9. Private Tour Crete, visit the Minoan Palace of Malia, Elounda, Spinaloga Island
Visit the Archaeological site of Malia, dating from the Middle Bronze Age which is the third-largest Minoan palace in Crete, built close to the beach. The majestic size, complex plan and multiple details of the palace make it a fascinating place to visit. The life there was much the same as in the other palaces, rich and prosperous. We will visit Agios Nikolaos, a small town with a picturesque harbor where you find one of the two sweet water lakes of Crete. e will then visit the oldest and most picturesque villages in Crete, called "Kritsa" built amphitheatrically on a rock hill, named Kastellos, surrounded by olive groves, at an altitude of 375 m & "Panagia Kera" to see the most important wall painting decorations in Greeceto!! Our next visit will be at "ELOUNDA" a small fishing town on the northern coast of the island of Crete. Last visit will be the island of "Spinaloga Island" was a Venetian fortress bulit in 1579 and was used as a Leper Colony!
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, English speaking driver, Licensed tour Guide according to your selection, Pick up/drop off from your hotel or cruise ship, Bottled water
Exclusions: Entrance fees at the Palace of Minoa, Boat Tickets to Spinaloga (10 euros per person), Meals
Reviewed By harrybM4927DX
My son, daughter-in-law and I had booked a 14-day private tour of Athens, Crete, Santorini, Milos and Naxos with Private Tours Greece from May 1-14, 2020 and made a 30% down payment by credit card on 02/06/2020. All interactions with Private Tours Greece went smoothly and were professional and friendly. Then, due to the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic and my son's illness, on 03/13/2020, well ahead of the deadline for a fully-refundable cancellation, I asked Private Tours Greece to release all reservations it had made on our behalf, but to hold my deposit, in the hope that we might be able to reschedule our trip later in 2020 or in the spring of 2021. Private Tours Greece complied with my request and issued a credit voucher for the down payment I had made. As the pandemic continued to surge and Greece remained closed to visitors from the United States, on 4/17/2021, after essentially extending an interest-free loan to Private Tours Greece for over a year, I requested that my down payment be fully refunded and credited to the same credit card account to which it had been charged. Thereupon, Private Tours Greece staff claimed that the request for refund had been "forwarded" ... as it turned out later, to Alpha Bank. Nothing happened for a week. I then engaged in repeated e-mail exchanges with Private Tours Greece staff, only to be subjected to a stream of equivocations, obfuscations of the facts, and invalid excuses, including a claim that Private Tours Greece was doing me a favor by agreeing to a refund because the Greek government had allegedly given it the option to hold my funds indefinitely. I then contacted the general manager of the company, who sent me what purported to be a Greek language request to Alpha Bank (that I was unable to read) to issue the refund, along with further invalid excuses, never responding to my complaint that Private Tours Greece was in breach of its contractual obligation to issue a full refund of my down payment, not to mention doing the honorable thing, i.e., issue an immediate refund from an account he controlled directly, rather than blaming Alpha Bank for the delay by claiming that it "required" 10-15 "working" days to complete the request. Even that outlandishly ridiculous period has now expired! A complaint I submitted to Alpha Bank has received no response to date. It has now been nearly a full month since my refund request of 4/17/2021, and I may have to initiate legal action against Private Tours Greece ... with all the complexities and additional outlays and delays that would involve ... in order to reclaim my funds. The lesson to be learned here is that Private Tours Greece cannot be counted upon to honor its promises and contractual commitments. If there is any chance at all that you may have to cancel your trip, STAY AWAY!
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