Island Spinalonga, Milatos Cave,private Speedboat,OliveOilTasting

Island Spinalonga, Milatos Cave,private Speedboat,OliveOilTasting

Overview

Experience the best of Crete in one day with the Spinalonga Island tour, combining a Land Rover adventure with a private speedboat ride and cultural stops inland. You will explore the historic island of Spinalonga, visit the dramatic Milatos Cave, and finish with an olive oil tasting at a local family factory.

🗺️ What to Expect

This easy, full day experience blends coastline highlights with authentic countryside discoveries. Travel in a comfortable, air conditioned Land Rover Discovery with an experienced driver, passing through mountains, valleys, and small Greek villages, with scenic viewpoints over the Gulf of Mirabello and Spinalonga.

In Plaka, your private speedboat awaits to take you across to Spinalonga, away from mass tourism. Later, head inland to Milatos Cave, where your guide shares the history and the powerful stories connected to the site, then enjoy a local taverna lunch with fresh natural products and wine. The day also includes a guided visit to an olive oil factory, where you learn how olive oil is made and taste different varieties.

✨ Highlights

• 🚤 Private speedboat transfer from Plaka to Spinalonga, a more personal way to reach the island
• 🏝️ Explore Spinalonga with around 1 hour of free time on the island
• 🛻 Off road style countryside ride in a Land Rover through mountains, valleys, and small villages
• 🕯️ Visit Milatos Cave, a moving stop with guided storytelling about its history and dramas
• 🍷 Enjoy a lunch at a local excellent taverna with fresh natural products and wine
• 🫒 Learn how olive oil is made, plus a guided tour and tasting at a family olive factory
• 🌊 Take in panoramic views over the Gulf of Mirabello and the island of Spinalonga

📍 Itinerary

Start, Head office, the excursion begins at the supplier head office. Stops may be made if guest pickup is required.

Plaka village, board the private motorboat for the ride to Spinalonga.

Spinalonga Island, arrive by speedboat and enjoy about 1 hour to explore.

Milatos Cave, a short walk of about 10 minutes to enter the caves. Your guide explains the history and events connected to the cave.

Olive oil factory visit, guided tour and tasting of different qualities and sorts of olive oil.

✅ What’s Included

• Land Rover Discovery with air condition
• Experienced driver
• Refreshments and water
• Speedboat transfer

❌ Exclusions

• Entrance fee to Spinalonga Island
• Transfer to the island and entrance fee are noted as not included in the supplier information

ℹ️ Important Information

• Duration: 7 hours
• Difficulty: EASY
• Meeting point: The excursion starts at the head office. The tour may stop for guest pickup if needed.
• Walking: Expect about a 10 minute walk to reach and enter Milatos Cave.
• Notes on fees: Spinalonga entrance fee is not included. Please plan accordingly.
• Cancellation policy: Not provided in the source content.

🚀 Ready to Explore Crete in One Day?

If you are looking for a high value day that blends coastline, culture, and countryside, this private speedboat and Land Rover combo is built for you. Book your Spinalonga Island tour now and enjoy a seamless mix of island time, mountain views, a memorable cave visit, and local flavors from an olive oil tasting to a traditional taverna lunch.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ

1) How long is this tour?
The total duration is 7 hours. It is designed as a full day experience combining Spinalonga, Milatos Cave, and an olive oil tasting.

2) Is this experience suitable for beginners?
Yes, the difficulty is rated EASY. Keep in mind there is about a 10 minute walk to reach and enter Milatos Cave.

3) How do we get to Spinalonga Island?
You will board a private motorboat in Plaka and travel by speedboat to the island, away from mass tourism. This Spinalonga Island tour includes the speedboat transfer.

4) Are the entrance fees for Spinalonga included?
No, the entrance fee to the island is not included. Please plan to pay the Spinalonga entrance separately during your Spinalonga Island tour.

5) What is included during the olive oil stop?
You will visit a family factory for olives and olive products. The stop includes a guided tour and tasting of different qualities and sorts of olive oil.