Historical Crete: Self-Guided Drive from Malia to Agios Nikolaos
Overview
Absorb Minoan treasures and breathtaking views, hidden among olive groves on this self-guided driving tour. Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive drive from Malia to Agios Nikolaos.
The northwest part of Crete’s Lassithi Province is known for its unique landscape, bordering one of Europe’s most beautiful bays, Mirabello Bay. On this scenic driving tour, you’ll discover Spinalonga island and the village of Milatos, parts of Crete that were heavily influenced by years of Ottoman occupation.
This four-hour tour departs from Malia Palace Archaeological Site, where I’ll tell you about its history, dating back to the Bronze Age. From there, you’ll drive through several traditional Cretan villages while gaining insight into local customs. I’ll tell you how the Cretan government banished Mesquinis (lepers) to Spinalonga island, transforming it into a leper colony.
In Agios Nikolaos, you can enjoy a delicious drink at Lake Voulismeni in the centre of the city.
What's Included
- Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
- The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Smartphone and headphones (please bring your own)
- Entry fees to museum or attractions mentioned en route
Meeting Location
Μάλια 700 07
Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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Sofokli Venizelou 1, Ag. Nikolaos 721 00, Greece
The tour ends near Marina Cafe.
What To Expect
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Safe & secure • Easy breezy • Hassle-free
Malia Palace Archaeological Site (pass by)
Milatos Cave (pass by)
Vassilakis Estate - Olive Tour Crete (pass by)
Amazonas Park (pass by)
Schisma Eloundas (pass by)
Plaka (pass by)
Spinalonga fortress (pass by)
In Kazani - Cafe and Tavern - Anna Tzagkaraki (pass by)
Lake Voulismeni (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-110804P769
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