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From Crete: Private Day Trip to Balos and Gramvousa Island

By PLATANOS TOURS
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Overview
  • Soak up some sun or go for a swim at the gorgeous Gramvousa Beach
  • Swim in the crystal clear waters of Balos Bay lagoon
  • Climb the Venetian Fortress on Gramvousa Island for unique views
  • Relax on a secure bus transfer to Kisamos port on the western part of Crete
  • Enjoy the convenience of included private pickup and drop-off service

Activity location

    • Chania
    • Chania, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Chania
    • Chania, Greece

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What's included, what's not

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    Hotel ,Villas or Airbnb pick-up and drop-off
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    Transportation by luxury Mercedes Vito minivan
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    Free time at Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island
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    Liability insurance coverage
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    Professional Driver
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    All the legal taxes
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    Child seats (if requested)
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    Gramvousa and Balos Lagoon boat ticket (€36 cash per adult or €19 cash per child aged 5-12)
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    Venetian Fortress entry ticket (€1)
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    Lunch (available for purchase onboard)
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    Sun umbrellas (available to rent)
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    Photographer on the boat (at extra cost)
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    Food and drink
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    Personal expenses
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    Tips to Driver

Know before you book

  • Not suitable for: Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Depart Rethymno and Chania areas and travel by luxury mercedes vito along the new national road towards the westernmost tip of Crete. Pass the bay of Souda and the former Cretan capital of Chania before your arrival in Kissamos.

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.

Next, take a 20-minute boat ride to Gramvousa Island for plenty of time to enjoy an unforgettable swim in the crystal clear waters. If you are feeling energetic, take an optional 137-meter climb up to the 16th-century Venetian Fortress for an incomparable view of the surrounding surroundings.

Enjoy approximately 1.5 hours at peace on Gramvousa Island, and then take a 1-hour boat ride back to Kissamos. Upon arrival, continue to Rethymno by bus at the end of the laid-back tour.

Location

Activity location

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    • Chania
    • Chania, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Chania
    • Chania, Greece