Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa Island or Chania Old Town

4.1 (27 reviews) Heraklion, Greece
Duration12h - 16h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, Polish, French
Group sizeUp to 100 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Want to spend an unforgettable day away from the hustle and bustle of cities, in complete relaxation of the soul and body?
Enjoy the one-hour cruise from the port of Castelli to the island of Gramvoussa, on the open deck liner from which you can admire the bright natural phenomenon of twelve shades of the sea of the Bay of Balos. After landing on the pirate island of Gramvousa, go to the top of Venetian fortress which was built in 1597 with sweeping views of the Bay. The ascent takes about twenty minutes.
Experience Balos Lagoon Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches of Crete with beautiful water and soft sand.
Monday and Thursday include a visit to Balos beach and Rethymno town.
Tuesday and Wednesday include a visit to Balos beach and Gramvousa island.

Options

Gramvousa Island-Balos Lagoon

Gramvousa-Balos/Pick-up Area 1: Amudara/Heraklion/Karteros/Amnissos/Kokkini Hani/Gournes/Gouves/Analipsi/Anissaras/Hersonissos/Stalida/Malia/Sissi
Pickup included

Balos Lagoon- Gramvousa Island

Balos-Gramvousa/Pick-up Area 2: Sises/Fodele/Agia Pelagia/Ligaria/Achlada/Mades/Ammoudi/Rodia/Palaiokastro/Pantanassa /Linoperamata/Gazi
Pickup included

Gramvousa Island& Balos Lagoon

Pick-up Area 1: Amudara/Heraklion/Karteros/Amnissos/Kokkini Hani/Gournes/Gouves/Analipsi/Anissaras/Hersonissos/Stalida/Malia/Sissi
Pickup included

Balos Lagoon and Chania town

Pick-up Area 2: Rethymno/Panormo/Bali/Sises/Fodele/Agia Pelagia/Ligaria/Achlada/Mades/Ammoudi/Rodia/Palaiokastro/Pantanassa/Linoperamata
Pickup included

Balos beach + Chania town

Pick-up Area 1: Amudara/Heraklion/Karteros/Amnissos/Kokkini Hani/Gournes/Gouves/Analipsi/Anissaras/Hersonissos/Stalida/Malia/Sissi
Pickup included

Balos beach and Chania town

Pick-up Area 1: Amudara/Heraklion/Karteros/Amnissos/Kokkini Hani/Gournes/Gouves/Analipsi/Anissaras/Hersonissos/Stalida/Malia/Sissi
Pickup included

Balos Lagoone + Chania town

Pick-up Area 2: Sises/Fodele/Agia Pelagia/Ligaria/Achlada/Mades/Ammoudi/Rodia/Palaiokastro/Pantanassa /Linoperamata/Gazi
Pickup included

Gramvousa Island- Balos Lagoon

Pick-up Area 2: Sises/Fodele/Agia Pelagia/Ligaria/Achlada/Mades/Ammoudi/Rodia/Palaiokastro/Pantanassa /Linoperamata/Gazi
Pickup included

What's included

  • Boat ticket EUR 22.00 per person
  • Pick-up from your hotel (at the specific tourist bus stop, outside of the hotel)
  • Entrance ticket to Gramvousa (children up to 12y.o.free) EUR 1.00 per person
  • Transfer with air-conditioned bus
  • Boat ticket - Child (4-12) EUR 11.00 per person
  • Certified tour-guide
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. Balos Lagoon
    1h 30m
    After the visit of the island of Gramvousa, you can swim in the azure waters of Balon Lagoon with its white and pink sand. It will be one of the most unforgettable experiences of your holiday in Greece.
  2. 1h 30m
    The excursion boat departs daily from Castelli in the morning and returns in the evening.
    A total of 60 minutes' journey divides Castelli from the island of Gramvousa.
    After landing on the pirate island of Gramvousa, a walking tour is proposed to the Venetian fortress which was built in 1597 on a hilltop with sweeping views of the Bay. The ascent takes about twenty minutes.
    Visit the island on Tuesday and Wednesday.
  3. Chania Town
    1h 30m
    Visit one of most diverse cultural centers of Greece: Chania city.
    The second largest city of Crete, it attracts tourists from all over the world for its unique blend of Venetian, Ottoman, Byzantine and Greek cultures.
    Visit the city on Monday and Thursday

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pick-up at the specific tourist bus stop, up to 800m walking from your hotel.
Once booked, Status MLB Travel will contact you with details of pickup time and location. If you cannot find your pickup, you can indicate your location and we will help you find a convenient departure point for the tour bus.
If you have not received the email, please check your spam folder. When booking, always indicate the area and place of residence in Crete, and a contact phone number.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • If an infant does not sit on lap in the bus, It is necessary to pay a child ticket.
  • Pick-up from the specific bus stops next to the hotels. From Area 1: all the villages between Amudara/Heraklion/Karteros/Amnissos/Kokkini Hani/Gournes/Gouves/Analipsi/Anissaras/Hersonissos/Stalida/Malia/Sissi
  • Pick-up from the specific bus stops next to the hotels. From Area 2: Sises/Fodele/Agia Pelagia/Ligaria/Achlada/Mades/Ammoudi/Rodia/Palaiokastro/Pantanassa /Linoperamata/Gazi
  • After booking we will contact you to arrange the pick-up. Please, note, if you do not provide your pick-up details up to 24 hours before the tour, we do not guarantee the pick-up. For pick-up from different location, please, contact us.
  • Monday: English, German, French, Polish, Italian. The program includes a visit to Balos beach and Rethymno town.
  • Tuesday: English, French, Polish. The program includes a visit to Balos beach and Gramvousa island.
  • Wednesday: English. The program includes a visit to Balos beach and Gramvousa island.
  • Thursday: English, German, French, Polish. The program includes a visit to Balos beach and Rethymno town.
  • In case you are affected by the sea sickness, make sure to take a medicine 1 hour before getting on the ship.

Cancellation policy

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

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