Sail the sapphire waters of Mirabello Bay aboard a private catamaran to Spinalonga, Europe's last active leper colony and one of Greece's most haunting historic sites. A expert guide brings the island's extraordinary story to vivid life.
What to expect
Board a sleek catamaran at Agios Nikolaos harbour and glide past the turquoise peninsula of Kolokytha before anchoring in the shadow of Spinalonga's Venetian fortress. A knowledgeable English-speaking guide leads you through the island's labyrinthine lanes — Ottoman mosques, Venetian gates, the colony church — revealing the lives of the lepers immortalised in Victoria Hislop's 'The Island'. After the guided tour, swim from the boat in crystalline water and enjoy a fresh Cretan lunch with local wine served on deck.
Good to know
Spinalonga island has a separate entry fee of approx. EUR 8 per person, not included in most boat tickets. Depart by 10:00 from the port; tours run approximately 5.5–6 hours, comfortably inside all-aboard. Pre-book directly to secure the private or small-group option, especially May–September.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Aghios Nikolaos — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Aghios Nikolaos
- Knossos Palace & Heraklion: Private Full-Day Archaeological Deep Dive
- Lasithi Plateau & Cave of Zeus: Small-Group Mountain Odyssey
- Spiridi Olive Oil Farm: Private Estate Tasting & Cretan Gastronomy
- Mirabello Bay at Sunset: Private Gulet Sailing Charter
- Gournia Minoan Town & Coastal Crete: Private Archaeological Walk