The 15 Best Tours in Agios Nikolaos

1.Spinalonga and Agios Nikolaos Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 432 reviews · 9 - 10 hours · from $58Our pick

Travel by air-conditioned coach and boat from selected Crete pickup points to Spinalonga, where a licensed guide explains its fortress and former leper colony. Swim at Kolokytha Bay, eat chicken or a vegetarian tortilla with wine or juice, then enjoy free time in Agios Nikolaos. Guides may speak English, German, Italian, French, or Polish.

“Brilliant tour guide, Yanis - really well organised and knowledgeable. Really friendly boat crew, trip after Spinalonga to swim was lovely and the bbq was delicious with a sensible veggie option too. Highly recommended.”

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2.Zeus Cave, Lassithi Plateau, Olive Oil Factory, Kritza, Pottery

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 362 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $119Top rated

Spend about seven hours exploring eastern Crete from Agios Nikolaos, with hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, a Cretan lunch, olive oil tasting, mountain views, village walks, pottery, and the option to visit Dikteon Cave. Guides such as Petra, Michael, and Rolf add local stories, humor, and practical help along the way.

“A really wonderful trip to spend the whole day exploring Crete. The knowledge of our guide was second to none and always felt safe when driving across the more rugged terrain. The Zeus caves were closed at the time, which I wasn't aware of in advance, so worth checking if this is your main reason for booking. Otherwise, all the other activities were worth it.”

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3.Sarakina Gorge, Kritza, Oliveoil Tasting, Mountains, South Coast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $119

Ride a climate-controlled Land Rover from Agios Nikolaos into Crete’s mountains with a local guide such as George, Petra, Michael, or Rolf. Taste olive oil, visit Kritsa, walk through Sarakina Gorge, enjoy a full lunch with wine and raki, and swim in the Libyan Sea near Myrtos.

“This was our best excursion of our trip. The views were fantastic! The climbing in the Gorge was so much fun and the guides did a fantastic job watching out and helping our group! Loved our food at the restaurant they took us to! Michael had lots of knowledge about Crete. I would definitely recommend this tour!”

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4.Spinalonga PM Catamaran Cruise with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 88 reviews · from $134

Spend five hours aboard a spacious DanEri catamaran from Agios Nikolaos, sailing past Spinalonga to a clear-water bay for swimming, snorkeling, fishing, and SUP. Enjoy unlimited soft drinks, beer, and white wine, plus a freshly prepared Mediterranean dinner, children’s meals, Wi-Fi, music, and sunset views.

“Everything perfect, food and dinner can be improved, provided max number of people on board is lowered a bit”

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5.Jeep Driving Tour to Thripti Mountains and typical villages

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 84 reviews · from $106

Spend eight hours with Safari Fun exploring eastern Crete by open-top Jeep. Drive from Ierapetra to the 850-meter Afentis summit, visit Kavousi’s ancient olive tree and the villages of Mochlos, Sfaka, Tourloti, and Lastros, then eat a three-course meal and swim at Tholos Bay. English, French, Dutch, German, and Greek guides are available.

“Very good itinerary with breathtaking views, good 4x4 that are adapted to the paths of Crete, the guides were very nice with a lot of interesting facts and information to share on Crete & Greece.”

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6.Spinalonga AM Catamaran Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 83 reviews · from $134

Spend five hours aboard a spacious catamaran from Agios Nikolaos, sailing past Spinalonga and stopping in a calm bay for swimming, snorkeling, fishing, and SUP boarding. The crew serves coffee, pastries, unlimited soft drinks, beer, and white wine, followed by a fresh Mediterranean lunch with seafood, meat, and child-friendly choices.

“we have had such a wonderful day out on the Catamaran. easy to book, easy to find, well informed by ours guides, lovely route and we felt very welcome. It catered for everyone from sunbathing, site seeing and water sports and it was such good value for money. with a lovely selection of freshly prepared snacks and hot food, with a variety of drinks on offer, we felt we were in utter luxury! we would definitely go again!”

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7.Richtis Waterfall, History, Azoria, OliveTasting, NorthCoast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $119

Ride into eastern Crete in a small-group 4x4 Land Rover with an English-speaking guide. Hike to Richtis Waterfall, swim in its cold freshwater pool, visit ancient Azoria and its 3,250-year-old olive tree, enjoy a Cretan lunch, and taste olive oil at a family-run factory.

“Wonderful day with Michael. Very informative and great host. Gorge was amazing, food excellent, tree an ancient wonder and olive oil plant interesting and great to taste.”

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8.Fishing Trips Agios Nikolaos

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 52 reviews · 4 hours · from $106

Meet Captain Kostas and the boat Monomahos at Agios Nikolaos marina for four hours of rod fishing, coastal views, snacks, and a swim when weather allows. The group is limited to 10, and fishing equipment, drinks, coffee, and food are included. Kostas may be joined by his daughter Katerina.

“We had a really nice morning with Costa and we were able to catch a lot of fish. Thank you very much :)”

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9.Motorboat or Speedboat Rental

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 4 hours

Rent a private motorboat or licensed RIB from Mirabello Boats in Agios Nikolaos for four hours. You choose the route, stop for swimming and snorkeling, and visit places such as Kolokytha Bay, Spinalonga, Agriomantra, and Agioi Pantes. A clear English briefing, water, soft drinks, snorkeling gear, and shower facilities are included. Fuel is extra.

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10.Lasithi –Plateau Traditional Vilages

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $106

Travel from Agios Nikolaos into Crete’s mountain villages with a small group of up to 10. Visit Kritsa, Katharo Plateau, Lasithi’s old windmills, and Krasi’s ancient plane tree. Lunch, bottled water, and air-conditioned transport are included. The optional Zeus Cave visit requires extra admission and a steep climb.

“It was amazing experience! I meet fantastic people and we had greatest trip! The driver Nikos was amazing host and guide. Even thought the heat was a bit heavy, we still managed to go up to see cave of Zeus, one couple used donkeys. But most important, we had fun and made nice memories.”

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11.Island Spinalonga, Milatos Cave,private Speedboat,OliveOilTasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $118

Spend about seven hours exploring Spinalonga, Milatos Cave, and a family olive-oil factory from Agios Nikolaos. Pickup is provided in selected eastern Crete resorts, with a maximum of six people. Guides such as Petra, Michael, George, Enrico, and Ralf bring local stories to the drive and stops. English is the operating language.

“We had a wonderful day and our guide Emanuel was fantastic. He explained to us the culture of Crete and was very knowledgeable. We wished the speed boat ride lasted a bit longer. Overall great experience.”

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12.Golden Hour Sailboat Tour with Wine & Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 35 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $112

Join an English-speaking captain and crew for a small-group sail from Agios Nikolaos. Circle Spinalonga for fortress views, then spend time at Kolokitha swimming, snorkeling, fishing, or using the SUP. Wine, soft drinks, seasonal fruit, and deli-style snacks are served aboard a comfortable boat for up to 10 people.

“Loved the boat and the chaps sailing. Very chilled. Soft drinks and wine provided, deli sandwiches were the snacks.”

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13.Knossos Palace and Pottery experience (Luxury Adventure)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 32 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $118

Spend seven hours with a small group visiting Knossos, Thrapsano pottery village, and an olive-oil producer. Guides such as Michael, Panagiotis, George, and Petra bring local stories, food, plants, and Cretan traditions to life. Lunch, water, and transport are included, but Knossos admission and the €5 pottery materials cost extra.

“We had a great time and a fantastic guide! Everyone that we met was very knowledgeable, and the pottery experience and lunch were very fun!”

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14.VIP Luxury Private Tour – Full Day – 4×4 Excursion with LandRover

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

You get an eight-hour private Land Rover trip for up to six people, with pickup in eastern Crete, lunch, bottled water, and an English-speaking driver. Choose among Agios Nikolaos, Lassithi Plateau, Zeus Cave, Richtis Gorge, Kritsa, Ierapetra, and more. Guides such as Michael and Ralph are praised for history, mythology, botany, and safe driving.

“Ralph was een TOP-gids !! We hebben ontzettend veel bijgeleerd van hem. Het was een topdag. Volgende keer vragen we hem terug om een andere excursie te doen.”

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15.Mirabello Bay Sailing Cruise with Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 30 reviews · 4.5 - 6 hours · from $112

Sail from Agios Nikolaos with a crew of up to 10, circle Spinalonga’s Venetian fortress, then anchor at Kolokitha Bay for swimming, snorkeling, SUP time, lunch, fruit, wine, and soft drinks. Christos and Yannis lead the cruise in English, with time to relax or help with sailing.

“Everything was exactly what I imagined it would be and I am fully satisfied”

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