Description
Gramvousa Balos excursion from Chania [BOAT TICKET INCLUDED] (ex Chania)
Visit the remains of what used to be a Venetian fort on the island of Gramvousa and end your day with a swim in the crystal clear turquoise tropical waters of Balos lagoon...
Pick-up's from:
Kolymbari, Minothiana, Rapaniana, Kamisiana, Tavronitis, Maleme, Kontomari, Gerani (Chania), Platanias (Chania), Agia Marina, Kato Stalos, Kalamaki, Glaros, Kato Daratso, Agioi Apostoloi, Chrissi Akti, Makris Tichos, Kladisos, Chania town, Kalives, Georgioupolis, Kavros. [Check the pick-up table list below to find out which is the most convenient pick-up point & time, near your hotel]
Operating Days:
Every Saturday
Languages:
English: All days
Tour includes:
Pick-up service at or near your hotel, Escort, Boat ticket
Extra Fees (not included in the price)
Extras payable on the spot: Municipality fee to Balos € 1 per person. No meals included
Tour highlights:
Boat tour to Gramvousa, Swimming in Balos exotic beach
Direction:
Northwestern Crete
Duration:
9-10 hours approximately - 80 km. (depending on where you get on - this estimate is from Chania town)
Overview:
This delightful boat trip offers a perfect combination of sun, sea and relaxation! After departure from Kissamos and a one-hour boat trip, you will reach the legendary island of Gramvoussa offering you the opportunity to visit the remains of the Venetian castle (uphills!), which was built on the top of a steep rock at 137 m. above sea level to enjoy the panoramic view. After a sail of another 15 min. the boat drops anchor at the lagoon of Balos, a fantastic shallow and warm water lagoon with plenty of time to enjoy the pristine sand and to bathe in the inviting and spectacular crystal clear waters! An excellent day for sun lovers!
Accents:
- Drinks/meals are not included.
- Bring along: swimwear + sunblock, a photo camera, comfortable shoes (if you wish to visit the remains of the Fortress), €1 Municipality fee to Balos and a cap.
- On busy days the tour-schedule of the boat might be changed to first Balos and then Gramvousa.
Age Definition:
Adults: Over 11 years old (Full fare)
Children: 3-11 years old (Children's fare)
Infants: 0-2 years old (Free of charge)
Booking Guiding Lines:
► Your Tour Language: Please check in the description which tour languages are available per day, and make sure your desired language is available on your chosen date
► Your Pick-up Point: Please check the list with all available pick-up points (and hours) from your area, on the table below
► For Bookings less 24hrs: All seats are on request 24hrs prior to the date of the excursion, so, please contact us, in order, to help you book your excursion.
PRICING
This excursion includes in its price: Your transfer r/t from your hotel, escort tour & the boat tickets. The Adult Fare is applied to passengers of any age above 11 years old. The Child Fare applies to children between 3 and 11 years old and the Infant Fare to any child under 3 years old (Free of Charge // No seat reserved).
PICK-UP TABLE
Just to help you see which pick-up suits you best, here's a table of hotel accommodations and their nearest pick-ups:
| Places | Pick up points | Pick up time |
| KOLYMBARI | ||
| Grand Bay | at the Statue | 09:30 |
| MINOTHIANA | ||
| Avra Imperial Beach, Spilia Village | Avra Hotel | 09:30 |
| Chryssana Beach | Main road bridge | 09:30 |
| RAPANIANA | ||
| Euphoria Resort | Euphoria Market (main road) | 09:30 |
| Chrispy World, Selini Suites | Selini Suites (main road) | 09:30 |
| Cavo Spada | Main road church | 09:30 |
| KAMISIANA | ||
| Kastalia, St. Nikolas | Kastalia (main raod) | 09:25 |
| Katsikoulakis Apt, Mari Helen | at corner main road = across Zacharakis | 09:25 |
| TAVRONITIS | ||
| Lycasti Apt, Landhouse Elia, Antilia | Pharmacy in center Tavronitis | 09:25 |
| MALEME | ||
| Creta Princess | Hotel's main road | 09:20 |
| Bella Pais, Maleme Mare, Castro | Supermarket SYNKA | 09:20 |
| Carisa | Summer Lodge (main road) | 09:20 |
| KONTOMARI | ||
| Asterion, Solimar Aquamarine, Ilion Beach | Solimar Aquamarine (main road) | 09:20 |
| Enorme Eanthia Beach | Front of the hotel | 09:20 |
| GERANI | ||
| Silver Beach | at the bridge, next to “Small Paradise Restaurant” | 09:20 |
| Geraniotis | Supermarket LIDL (main road) | 09:20 |
| PLATANIAS | ||
| Minoa Palace, Sunset Suites, Panos Beach, Villa Giorgos | Minoa Palace (main road) | 09:15 |
| Alkionides Apts | Santa Helena | 09:15 |
| Indigo Mare, Lolas, Lambrinos Suites | Indigo Mare (main road) | 09:15 |
| Porto Platanias Beach+Village, Troulakis Village, Villa Dora | Porto Platanias Beach (main road) | 09:15 |
| Sunrise Apts | Oscar Suites (main road) | 09:15 |
| AGIA MARINA | ||
| Troulakis Beach | Thalassa Beach | 09:15 |
| Odysseus, Marina Sands, Epimenidis | Haris (main road) | 09:10 |
| Solimar Turquoise (=ex Canea Mare) | Canea Mare (main road) | 09:10 |
| Alexandros Apts, Minos Village | Silk gas station | 09:10 |
| Amalthia | Hotel (main road) | 09:10 |
| Chryssida, Eleftheria, Alexandros Houses Ross, Ekavi, Minerva Dore ,Santa Marina Plaza | Bus Stop across Alexandra Beach | 09:05 |
| Elotis Suites, Relax, Orion Star, Iolida Beach | Elotis Suites (main road) | 09:05 |
| Santa Marina Beach | Hotel (main road) | 09:05 |
| KATO STALOS | ||
| CTS Office | Main road | 09:05 |
| Creta Palm, Koukouras | Creta Palm (main road) | 09:05 |
| Pegasus hotel | "Maria’s" restaurant | 09:05 |
| Cretan Dream Royal | Hotel (main road) | 09:05 |
| KALAMAKI | ||
| Panorama | Hotel (main road) | 09:00 |
| Kalamaki, Ikaros Htl | Bus Stop Pizzeria "Nisaki" | 09:00 |
| GLAROS | ||
| Kalliston | Hotel (main road) | 08:55 |
| KATO DARATSO | ||
| Domes Noruz | Bakery (main road) | 08:55 |
| Sirios Village, Mediterranea | BMW car dealer (main road corner) | 08:55 |
| AGIOI APOSTOLOI | ||
| Elea, Elotia Htl, Airis Boutique Htl | Supermarket SYNKA (corner traffic lights) | 08:55 |
| CHRISSI AKTI / MAKRIS TICHOS | ||
| Golden Sand | Pharmacy across Moderno | 08:55 |
| KLADISOS | ||
| Kladisos area | Bus stop across Psillakis gas station | 08:50 |
| CHANIA TOWN | ||
| Christina Htl, Chania Flair by Corissia, Nea Chora | Christina hotel | 08:45* |
| Casa Delfino Suites, Casa Veneta | Alpha Bank (1866 Sq. - Halidon Str. Corner) | 08:40* |
| Porto Veneziano, Kriti, Ionas, Halepa, Avra City Htl | Agora = Municipal market square | 08:40* |
| STAVROS | ||
| Stavros Area | from Kladisos by our meeting point bus | 08:50 |
| KALYVES | ||
| Kiani Beach | Main road corner | 08:30 |
| Kalives Apts | Apartments (main road) | 08:30 |
| Artemis Apts | Supermarket SYNKA | 08:30 |
| Kalyves Beach | Laundry corner | 08:25 |
| VAMOS / ALMYRIDA | ||
| Vamos, Almyrida | Meet us at Kalives Laundry bus pick up | 08:25 |
| GEORGIOUPOLIS / KAVROS | ||
| Georgioupolis | Café Grigoris (on the National road) | 08:05* |
| Kavros | Kavros Beach, Vantaris Beach or Mare Monte | 08:00* |
*: Available only when 2 or more people from the pick-up point
LET US HELP! Please don't hesitate to contact us, in order to help you out choose the best pick-up that suits you best!
CANCELLATION
1. Customers who for any reason fail to participate in our excursions are obliged to inform us at least 24 hours in advance. Otherwise, no refund will be given. Cancelling at least 24 hours prior to departure, 100% full refund!
2. VisitCrete.com reserves the right to alter or cancel any tour, due to adverse weather conditions or, insufficient passenger number or, force majeure.
IMPORTANT INFO
► We do return money in case of bad weather (when the excursion is cancelled by the organizer tour operator).
► IMPORTANT: You need to be at least 10 minutes prior to your pick-up time at your pick-up point.
All you need to know about Gramvousa Island & Balos Lagoon Beach in this article:
- What to Do in Gramvousa Island
- A Day in Balos Lagoon
- Tips (What you will see, What to have with you)
- Useful Information about Gramvousa Island & Balos Lagoon
ARTICLE: The Ultimate Guide to Gramvousa Island and Balos Lagoon Beach: Crete's
Spectacular Twin Wonders
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