An enjoyable trip and the two guides (speaking English, German and French) were very good. Pickup wasn’t ideal as we had to cross quite a busy road to get to the pick up spot and then spent another hour or so picking up other passengers which doubled the journey time. We arrived in Agios Nikolaos about two hours after our pick up and only had an hour here. It wasn’t long enough in my opinion and could have spent between 2-3 hours here. The second stop off at Elounda for a dip in the sea was nice but I’d rather have spent this time at Agios Nikolaos. Boat transfer was good and boat was not crowded as some others seemed to be. Guides were able to convey a good amount of detail about Spinalonga but may have been more useful if they escorted guests rather than just dropping off but that’s only a minor issue. Collection was good by boat and some time for a swim in the sea. I’m not a great swimmer and there was a bit of a current so my swim was minimal (!). Good value.

The instructors and crew onboard were friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about their work. They offered interesting insights into the local culture, history, and geology, making the journey even more enriching. The warm atmosphere they created made us feel at home throughout the cruise. The boat itself was comfortable and well-maintained, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable ride. The open deck offered ample space for everyone to enjoy the panoramic views and capture memorable photos of the landscape. As the sea breeze gently brushed against our faces, we felt a sense of tranquility and serenity. However, it's worth mentioning that the tour did lack some additional facilities. There was no SAP or underwater observatory, which could have enhanced the experience by allowing us to explore the captivating world beneath the sea. Although this was slightly disappointing, it didn't detract from the overall enjoyment of the cruise.

We spent a very nice day. Agios Nikolaos is beautiful and elegant place, it was a pity that we had only one hour for visiting. The travel to Elounda is extremely beautiful and the beach in Elounda is nice (but it is very warm, the umbrellas on the beach have a more decorative than protective role). The boat travel to Spinalonga is also nice together with the short swimming interval. Spinalonga was less interesting. The guide gave us too few indications so everybody was struggling to find a way to circle the island. The guide's indication was to circle clockwise which is a bad idea, because several variants are available soon but practically with no indications; most of them lead to a cul-de-sac.