Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay Full-Day Tour from Heraklion

3.2 (12 reviews) Heraklion, Greece
Duration10h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French
Group sizeUp to 50 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the westernmost tip of Crete on a scenic bus and boat trip to Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay. Dip your toes in the soft white sand of some of the most beautiful beaches you ever have seen!Upon arrival, climb aboard a boat and cross to Balos Bay at the northernmost tip of the peninsula. Relax on the 1-hour boat trip, and get 2.5 hours at Balos Bay to enjoy the soft white sands and unique blue and green waters of the lagoon.

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from Herakleion and Ammoudara

Gramvousa Island 2023: Discover the westernmost tip of Crete on a scenic bus and boat trip to Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay. Dip your toes in the soft white sand of some of the most beautiful beaches you ever have seen!
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From Bali

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from Agia Pelagia

Pick up included: Pickup from Agia Pelagia, Lygaria
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from Malia,Stalis,Hersonisos

Pick up included: Pickup Malia, Stalis, Hersonisos, Analipsi, Gouves.
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From Sissi

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From Fodele

From Fodele
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What's included

  • Hotel pick-up(Malia,Stalis,Hersonisos,Anisaras,Analypsi,Gouves,Heraklio,Amoudara,AgiaPelagia,Fodele
  • All the legal taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Liability insurance coverage
  • Professional guide Guide in English, German(WEDNESDAY), English, German French, Romanian(MONDAY).
  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Boat ticket to Gramvousa island and Balos lagoon(20€/child)

What to expect

  1. Gramvousa Beach
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Discover the westernmost tip of Crete on a scenic bus and boat trip to Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay. Dip your toes in the soft white sand of some of the most beautiful beaches you ever have seen!Upon arrival, climb aboard a boat and cross to Balos Bay at the northernmost tip of the peninsula. Relax on the 1-hour boat trip, and get 2.5 hours at Balos Bay to enjoy the soft white sands and unique blue and green waters of the lagoon.
  2. Balos Lagoon
    3h · Admission ticket not included
    As soon as we arrive at the lagoon you will have about 3 hours to enjoy . When you have enjoyed a swim and relaxation at the lagoon, the boat will take you straight back to the port of Kissamos.
    As soon as you arrive at the lagoon you will have about 3 hours to enjoy. You may at any time go back to the boat for food or also hire umbrellas if the heat is too intense. When you have enjoyed a swim and relaxation at the lagoon, the boat will take you straight back to the port of Kissamos. This is a great photo opportunity as the sun will be behind you as you look out to the scenery of the island.

    At 6:00 PM the ferry arrives at the port and the journey in this small paradise comes to an end. Return time in Chania approximately: 7.00 PM.

    From Wednesday 21st June and for a short period of time the ships will not possible to disembark in the Balos lagoon.The cruise schedule will be as follows:2 hours & 15 minutes stay in Gramvousa .About 2 hours stop for open swimming at the beach of Balos.
  3. Kastelli Kissamos Old Port
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Drive towards the west side of Crete in order to reach the port of Kissamos Kasteli.

    After your escort gives you all the necessary information about the cruise, arrive at the port

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

▪︎ Hotel pick-up and drop off (in Bali ,Malia, Stalis, Hersonisos, Anissaras, Analypsi, Gouves, Gournes,Heraklio, Ammoudara, Agia Pelagia/Lygaria, Fodele) .

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Pickup begins up to 15 minutes before tour starts and is done from central meeting points near the hotels, only in the areas of Panormo, Scaleta, Adele, Platanias, Missiria, Rethymno town, Atsipopoulo, Kavros and Georgioupoli
  • At the time of booking please mention your hotel name and location. You will be notified by email about the pickup point and time
  • Infants will be seated with their parents on the bus and will not have their own seat
  • Seats are assigned by the theater box office and will not be known in advance of the performance date
  • Take swimming suits

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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