Spinalonga Boat Trip from Elounda, Crete

<p>During this cruise to Spinalonga, you will visit a place of unique beauty and sail around Elounda Bay. (Included: sandwich, fruits and drinks).</p>

<p>The settlement of Elounda dates back to ancient times. Roman city of Olous is situated only metres from the current site of the village. The archaeological site of Olous is submerged near Elounda&#39;s salt flats and can still be seen today.</p>

<p>In the early 20th century, the Cretan authorities transformed Spinalonga into a leper colony, lepers from the Cretan mainland were shipped to the island and lived in the ancient Venetian fortress. Infrastructure on the island such as the hospital and shops can still be seen today. </p>

<p>In 1952, the island was renamed Kalydonia by the Hellenic Government, but the name Spinalonga is still widely used among local residents of Elounda.</p>