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Every Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday from May till October
From Adelianos Kampos, Bali, Georgioupolis, Gerani, Kavros, Koumpes, Missiria, Panormo, Platanias, Rethymno town, Sfakaki, Skaleta, Stavromenos
Total duration 11 hours approximately / Stay at Gramvousa 2 hours / Stay at Balos Lagoon 2 ½ hours
We travel by bus from Rethymno to the outskirts of Chania and the port of Kastelli.
A boat will be waiting to take us to the island of Gramvousa and the beautiful lagoon of Balos. Words cannot describe the impressiveness of this place. Swim in the lukewarm, shallow, turquoise waters, relax on the pink sandy beach, which is filled with shells, and admire the natural beauty, the rocks and the cliffs rising above you!
When sailing you will have the chance to see a large cave, which is thought to be an ancient shipyard. At the end of the bay, you will see an impressive geological phenomenon. Over time, Crete’s western side is rising, and its eastern side is sinking. The coastline can be traced over the rocky shores.
In Gramvousa you will see a rusty shipwreck. This is “Dimitrios P”, a motor ship that sank in 1968.
From the Venetian fort on the island of Gramvousa there is a breathtaking view over Balos. Bring comfortable shoes if you would like to climb the about 20 minutes climb to the fort. Or if you prefer, you can stay on the beach to swim. You might want to wear swimming shoes in these clear, bur rocky waters.
The boat continues to Balos (or the other way around depending on the itinerary).
This exotic beach-lagoon and rare natural monument is situated between the Gramvousa peninsula and Cape Tigani.
The boat is open to enter at all times and the self-service bar is open throughout the cruise, offering Cretan traditional delicacies and other dishes.
Don’t forget your swimwear for our stay in the white/pink coral sanded lagoon of Balos.
Timetable:
| 9:45 | Arrival at the port of Kissamos |
| 10:30 | Departure for Gramvousa island |
| 11:30 | Arrival at Gramvousa |
| 13:30 | Departure from Gramvousa |
| 13:45 | Arrival at Balos and swimming around |
| 16:30 | Departure from Balos |
| 17:45 | Arrival at the port of Kissamos |
| 19:30 – 20:30 | Arrival at your Hotel / pick up point |
The timing of the program will be approximate, depending on traffic and weather conditions as well as the unexpected overcrowding.
Included:
✅ Pick-up & Drop-off service (mainly from hotels at Adelianos Kampos, Georgioupoli, Gerani, Kavros, Missiria, Sfakaki, Stavromenos, Panormo, Platanias, Rethymno Town is provided. If pick up from your hotel is not possible you will be picked up from the closest pick up point)
✅ Transport by air-conditioned coach
✅ Local Guide
Not Included:
❌ Round-trip boat tickets (29€ per adult / 14,50€ children from 4 to 12 years old) – Paid on the spot in cash
❌ Gramvousa municipality fee (1€ per adult / children free of charge up to 18 years old) – Paid on the spot in cash
❌ Personal expenses
Discounts:
Children up to 3 years old free of charge and travelling on parents’ lap.
Children 4 – 11 years old 50% discount.
Cancellation policy:
For cancellation up to 2 days prior to arrival no cancellation fees
For cancellations 1 day prior to arrival 100% cancellation fees
Notes:
Upon booking you will receive from us in a separate mail your activity’s voucher with specific pick-up details (please check your spam folder as well)
For clarifications please send us a mail at online@travelid.gr or contact us at +30 2810 335 227
We are at your disposal from Monday to Friday 09:00 am till 20:00 pm and Saturday 09:00 till 15:00 pm
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