Crete: Balos and Gramvousa Cruise

A beach with clear turquoise waters, a boat, and a rocky outcrop in the distance. 1

A coastal landscape with a prominent rocky island, clear turquoise waters, and a sandy beach. 2

By TOURLINE

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Features

Free cancellation available
13h+
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Unwind and take a dip in the serene and pristine waters of the Balos lagoon
Discover a remarkable geological phenomenon.
Climb the steep hill at Gramvousa, taking in the gorgeous views
Sail along the coastline and admire its vibrant colour

Activity location

- Heraklion
- Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

- Heraklion
- Heraklion, Greece

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Dates

Travellers

Tour in English

15h
English

Language options: English

Starting time: 05:30

Price details

€32.00 x 1 Adult€32.00

Total

Until Tue, 4 Aug

Tour in French

15h
English

Tour in French

Languages available

Starting time: 05:30

Price details

€32.00 x 1 Adult€32.00

Total

Until Tue, 4 Aug

Pickup from Agia Pelagia and Lygaria

13h
English

Pickup and drop off from the main road, partly from the exit of hotels Angel Village, Athina Palace, Panorama, Irida, Out of the Blue, Edin Gas Station, Sea Side, Blue Bay, Happy Cretan.

Language options: English

Starting time: 07:00

Price details

€36.00 x 1 Adult€36.00

Total

Until Tue, 4 Aug

What's included, what's not

Pick-up and drop-off from the main road, partly from the exit of hotels from Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos, Analipsi, Anissaras, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Hani , Karteros, Heraklion, Ammoudara Beach – Heraklion, Agia Pelagia and Lygaria, Fodele and Bali
Transfers by modern fully air-conditioned coach
Driver
Guide
Municipality fee
Third-party insurance
1.5-hours of free time on Gramvousa island
2.5-hours at the Balos Lagoon
Boat ticket (€40 for adults, €20 for children aged 4-12 years)
Lunch (€13 per person, optional - here are the options for lunch: 1) Roasted chicken with potatoes; 2) Spaghetti Napolitana; 3) Stuffed vegetables; 4) Pizza special; 5) Pizza Margarita; 1 bottle of water 750 ml and a salad).

Know before you book

Not allowed: Pets
Not suitable for: Children under 5 years, People with mobility impairments
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

Travel by air-conditioned bus to the west of Crete the direction to Balos. E
njoy a cup of coffee or breakfast at the small village of Skaleta and then continue to Kissamos to board a boat and start your cruise.

Admire a vast cave that was most likely an ancient shipyard. See sea turtles and dolphins playing in the water.

Disembark on the island of Gramvousa, also known as “Pirates' Island”. Enjoy about 2 hours to explore and encounter over 100 bird and 400 plant species. Enjoy plenty of free time to swim at a gorgeous beach. Alternatively, feast from an (optional) lunch on board.

Continue your cruise to the lagoon of Balos and discover one of the loveliest sites in Greece. Get a breathtaking view of the lagoon and enjoy a 2-hour swimming break before the return journey to the meeting point.

This tour is operated directly by Tourline Crete, the official provider of this experience. We are not a reseller or third-party agent.