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Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay Full-Day Tour from Heraklion

Heraklion, Greeceby PLATANOS TOURS

  • 10 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 50 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, French

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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.

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)

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Gramvousa Beach

    2 hours

    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. 2

    Balos Lagoon

    3 hours

    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. 3

    Kastelli Kissamos Old Port

    30 min

    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

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

Good to know

  • 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
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  • 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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