
PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 34 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE worth booking?
PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE is a 8-hour experience in Heraklion, Greece, from $154 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 34 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (34)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $154 per person
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, shopping 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.
What you get
About this experience
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, shopping 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.
What's included
Included
- Guided tour in the olive oil factory
- Pick up / drop off (15 km around Hersonissos)
- Air-conditioned minibus
- Gasoline
- Boat trip to and from Spinalonga
- Personal Local Driver/Guide
- Insurance
Not included
- Drinks coffee stop Agios Nikolaos
- Lunch
- Pick up / drop off Heraklion
- Pick up / drop off Sissi and Milatos
- Pick up / drop off Agios Nikolaos and Elounda
- Entrance fees
What you'll see and do
Agios Nikolaos
We stop to discover the bottomless lake, the Mirabello Bay,... Some free time to shop or to have a coffee with a beautiful view over the port.
60 minutes here
Mirabello Bay
Beautiful drive along the coastline of the Mirabello Bay, with photo stop and passing Elounda
45 minutes here
Elounda
We pass this beautiful port, which is know for 'Who pays the ferryman?'
Pass by without stopping
Plaka
Here we take the typical Greek fisher boat to Spinalonga (about 10 min to and back). After our visit on Spinalonga we take our lunch in the small harbor.
90 minutes here
Spinalonga (Kalydon)
Free time to discover Spinalonga after full explanation of your private professional guide
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Oil Factory visit, Guided tour, Tasting, Souvenir shop
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Heraklion
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Transfer:AG.NIKOLAOS & ELOUNDA
Transfer: included=Kokkini Chani till Malia; NOT included=Heraklion, Sissi&Milatos, Ag. Nikolaos&Elounda (20€pp, to pay at the driver) Personal Local DRIVER/GUIDE PRIVATE: only YOUR booking Duration: 7 hours: adaptable, because it's a private tour
Transfer: SISSI & MILATOS
Transfer: included=Kokkini Chani till Malia; NOT included=Heraklion, Sissi&Milatos, Ag. Nikolaos&Elounda (20€pp, to pay at the driver) Personal Local DRIVER/GUIDE PRIVATE: only YOUR booking Duration: 7 hours: adaptable, because it's a private tour
HERAKLION & CRUISE SHIPS
Transfer: NOT included=Heraklion, Sissi&Milatos, Ag. Nikolaos&Elounda (20€pp, to pay at the driver) Personal Local DRIVER/GUIDE PRIVATE: only YOUR booking Duration: 6 hours: adaptable, because it's a private tour Pickup included
Transfer:KOKKINI CHANI<->MALIA
Transfer: included=Kokkini Chani till Malia; NOT included=Heraklion, Sissi&Milatos, Ag. Nikolaos&Elounda (20€pp, to pay at the driver) Personal Local DRIVER/GUIDE PRIVATE: only YOUR booking Duration: 7 hours: adaptable, because it's a private tour Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, fr, nl
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Eye travel
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operated by a multilingual guide D/E/G/F
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 34 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Small groups
5 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Photo opportunities
4 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
34 verified traveler reviews for PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Beautiful part of Crete.
The Eye Travel team were excellent. Tania was able to change our day due to bad weather. Kris was a great driver and guide showing us beautiful parts of eastern Crete. We would thoroughly recommend this private tour to Spinalonga.
Response from the operator: Such a nice review. Thank you!
via Tripadvisor
It’s a very nice...
It’s a very nice experience with charming guide who’ speaking English and French Spinalonga is a fascinating island to explore, and the day—which also included visits to Elounda, Plaka, and Agios Nikolaos—
Response from the operator: Thank you for your nice feedback !
via Viator
Sprinalonga, Olive Oil Factory and other interesting places
We had a wonderful day with our guide Gijs. He was an excellent tour guide, very friendly and we learned lots of interesting things. We loved Spinalonga (Gijs took care of the formalities and accompanied us on the boat each way) and the Olive Oil Tour but we also had a very enjoyable day trip being driven through different villages. We would highly recommend the trip. Thank you.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your appreciation !
via Tripadvisor
Great day with Louise
We had a wonderful day with Louise! She picked us up near our hotel in Heraklion She is a wealth of information and communicates well. We had a wonderful stop in Agios Nikolaos, then along the coast and then again to Spinalonga. She knew so much about the history and the local culture. Louise recommended a wonderful spot for lunch along the coast overlooking the water and Spinalonga. This was a great way to see the area without having to drive ourselves and also learn the history of the area. She showed us local places and gave us recommendations for dinner in Heraklion.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your appreciation!
via Viator
Beautiful Tour of Crete !
Our Tour guide Luisa was an amazing beautiful person, she was very knowledge guide, she stopped at all the picturesque spots along the way, she suggested an delightful restaurant in Plaka with a view to die for, the grilled Calamari was the best I have ever had,
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your feedback!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 12
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Eye travel, who run 16 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 58.4.
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PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Heraklion.
How much does PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE cost?
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Prices start at $154 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Heraklion usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Heraklion is not rushed.
Is PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 34 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Heraklion, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE?
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Around 12 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Heraklion can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Heraklion and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Heraklion within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Heraklion?
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On Outty we rank every Heraklion experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Knossos - Zeus Cave - Old Traditional Villages-Olive Oil Factory, Knossos & Lasithi Plateau: Zeus Cave, Villages, Olive Oil Tour, Quad Safari: Off-Road Day Tour with Dinner & Transfers. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Heraklion?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Heraklion?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE?
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Included: Guided tour in the olive oil factory; Pick up / drop off (15 km around Hersonissos); Air-conditioned minibus; Gasoline; and Boat trip to and from Spinalonga. Not included: Drinks coffee stop Agios Nikolaos; Lunch; Pick up / drop off Heraklion; and Pick up / drop off Sissi and Milatos. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 291 listed pickup locations in and around Heraklion. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE offered in?
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It is offered in German, English, French and Dutch. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE?
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Across 34 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, small groups. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for PRIVATE Spinalonga & Agios Nikolaos & Olive Oil Factory CRETE?
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There are 4 options to choose from, including Transfer:AG.NIKOLAOS & ELOUNDA, Transfer: SISSI & MILATOS, HERAKLION & CRUISE SHIPS, Transfer:KOKKINI CHANI<->MALIA. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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