Every Wednesday from May till October
From Agia Pelagia, Ammoudara, Analipsi, Anissaras, Chersonissos, Gouves, Heraklion city center, Kokkini Hani, Malia
Duration 14 hours / Stay at Gramvousa 1 ½ hour / Stay at Balos 3 hours
An exquisite excursion is the one to Gramvousa and Balos. Driving to the west of the island, we make our first stop at Skaleta, near Rethymnon, where we have some time for coffee or breakfast. Then we head for Kissamos, where we set out for our trip.
Our stay on the ship until the first destination lasts an hour. The first things we admire is a cave most likely an ancient shipyard. We also witness an impressive geological phenomenon; the simultaneous lifting and sinking of the two sides of the island, where its western side rises up to 6 – 9 meters above the sea level.
We disembark at the island of Gramvousa also known as the “pirates’ island”. The broader area of Gramvousa forms one of the most significant hydro-biotopes of the Eastern Mediterranean, since here we can encounter over 100 bird species and 400 plant species. You can admire the famous fortress of Gramvousa built by the Venetians in 1579 high on a rock and if you want, you can climb up to admire the magnificent view. After our exploration of the area, you have plenty of time to enjoy our swim at the gorgeous beach with the wonderful colors or have lunch aboard.
In the early afternoon, we head for the lagoon of Balos, one of the loveliest places in Greece. The view of the lagoon is truly breathtaking and brings us in mind exotic beaches in the Caribbean. These app. 3 hours of solitude in such a paradise will surely be etched in your memory forever!
Indicative Time-Table:
10:00 Arrival at Kissamos (port)
10:20 Departure to Gramvousa
11:20 Arrival at Gramvousa
13:00 Departure from Gramvousa to Balos
13:30 Arrival to Balos
16:30 Departure from Balos to Kissamos
17:30 Arrival at Kissamos (port)
The timing of the program will be approximate, depending on traffic and weather conditions
Included:
✅ Hotel pick-up and drop-off (Pick up mainly from hotels from Heraklion city, Ammoudara and Kokkini Hani till Malia area. If pick up from your hotel is not possible you will be picked up from the closest pick up point. In case you don’t know the closest pickup point, please contact us).
✅ Transport by air-conditioned luxury bus
✅ Professional Guide
Not Included:
❌ Boat ticket (16.00€ per person / 8.00€ children from 4 up to 12 years old) – Paid on the spot in cash
❌ Lunch – Optional (7.00€ per person) – Let us know if you would like to add Lunch in your booking – Paid on the spot in cash
❌ Municipality fee (1.00€ per person) – Paid on the spot in cash
Children up to 3 years old, free of charge on tour rate and travelling on parents’ lap
Children from 4 to 12 years old, 50% discount on tour rate
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations up to 2 days prior to departure date, no cancellation fees
For cancellations 1 day prior to departure date, 100% cancellation fees
Non-Show, 100% cancellation fees
Notes
Payment Options
Payment of reservations up to one day before the tour.
Upon reservation you will receive from us in a separate e-mail your voucher with specific pick-up information (please check your spam folder as well). Please be aware that you will have to bring the voucher with you during the trip.
For any further clarification, please feel free to contact us from Monday to Friday 09:00 am to 20:00 pm and Saturday from 09:00 am to 15:00 pm.
Book now through our website or contact us for more information at 0030 2810 335227 or send us a mail at online@travelid.gr