Crete Tours

Spinalonga is one of Crete's most talked about sights. It was Europe's last leper colony and scores of lepers lived here, in exile from the mainland, until 1957. Sail to this eerie island just 15-minutes from the mainland and explore this relic of the past.Arriving at the island, you'll find yourself immersed in its history right away. Over the years, it's been a Venetian outpost, an Ottoman town and most notoriously, a leper colony which led to it being dubbed the ‘isle of tears'.A guided walk will show you around the Venetian fortress and the main street lined with the shops and houses where the lepers attempted to live ordinary lives. You'll get to look round the old hospital and graveyard, too. Later, you'll sail back to Elounda where you can swim in the sea, stretch out in the sunshine or watch the world go by at a waterside café. There's also free time to find lunch in a local taverna and a visit to the chic resort of Agios Nikolaos.

When you visit the Carlos Cambelopoulos Foundation on a guided tour, your experience will be so much deeper. Housed in a Venetian Monastery in Chania old town, your guide will show you the highlights of this interesting museum featuring works by the artist Carlos Cambelopoulos, as well as a collection of art and hairdressing tools from different time periods. The museum also includes a library with rare publications on art and architecture.

Enjoy this private tour of Western Crete and explore ancient villages and Byzantine monasteries.

Discover Knossos Palace and the Cave of Zeus from Heraklion and Elounda during this tailored-made private tour.

Buy this audio tour of Spinalonga Island downloadable on your smartphone! Explore at your own pace, listen to fascinating stories, and gain great insights into the island!

Scene Pass offers entrance to the hottest events in Malia, Crete. Book now for the best-value pass for clubs, boat trips and more.

Explore all the must-see landmarks of West Crete, discover the Venetian city of Rethymno and have lunch at a cozy place surrounded by mountainous waterfalls.

Visit Mirabello and admire beautiful landscapes, take a boat to Spinalonga, and meet a local family that produces the olive oil in a chauffeured vehicle.

Discover the village of Matala and the best spots of southern Crete during this private tour with pick-up from Chania.