Spinalonga and Milatos Cave Full-day Guided Tour in Ierapetra, Greece

4.5(4)

Duration

7.5 hours

Languages

English, French, Russian, German

Guests

2-4

Head north through the local mountains to the cave at Milatos, passing through some stunning scenery and traditional Cretan villages.

Highlights:

Enjoy a Speedboat trip to Spinalonga with a 1-hour stay on the island
Drive over the mountains to explore the dark caves of Milatos
Relax at lunch in a traditional local taverna

Includes:

Transportation by Land Rover Discovery with air-conditioning
Experienced driver-guide
Refreshments/water
Speedboat transfer
Lunch

Not included:

Entrance fee to Spinalonga (8 Euro per person)

Please note: make sure that you bring comfortable shoes, sun protection, and a hat. If you have special dietary requirements, please inform us in advance.

On arrival at Milatos, follow the path carved in the rock to the entrance of the cave. Listen to a macabre story associated with the cave, about the slaughter of around 1500 local villagers by the brutal Turk invaders, and the remains of some of the murdered that are now kept in a small ossuary next to the chapel built-in memory at the entrance to the cave. The full story will be explained to you on-site. Then, travel northeast to the wind farm high above the village of Plaka where you can take in some spectacular views of Mirabello Bay and Spinalonga Island. Go off-road down the side of the mountain adjacent to Spinalonga to join the speedboat for your exciting ride to the former Leper colony. Only officials are permitted to guide on Spinalonga, however, your driver will give you plenty of info and guidance before you enter. Please bear in mind the speedboat will return to pick you up after 1 hour.