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From Rethymno-Chania Areas:Private Trip to Gramvousa Island Balos

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Discover the westernmost tip of Crete on a luxury mini van mercedes vito and boat trip to Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay. Dip your toes in the soft white sand of some of the most beautiful beaches you ever have seen!
Depart Rethymno and Chania at approximately 08:30 and 09.30 and travel by bus 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.
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.

What's Included

  • All the legal taxes
  • Liability insurance coverage
  • Hotel pick-up Chania area Panormo,Scaleta,Adele,Platania,Misiria,Rethymno,Atsipopoulo & Georgioupoli
  • Personal expenses
  • Boat ticket to Gramvousa island and Balos lagoon(children 5 - 12 years €19)
  • Venetian Fortress
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▪︎ Pick-up and drop off (in Chania areas , Panormo, Scaleta, Adele, Platanias, Missiria, Rethymno town, Stavromenos , Sfakaki ,Atsipopoulo, Kavros and Georgioupoli) ▪︎ You'll receive specific pickup information in a separate email from the local partner (please check your spam folder).

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Gramvousa Beach

Discover the westernmost tip of Crete on a luxury mini van mercedes vito and boat trip to Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay. Dip your toes in the soft white sand of some of the most beautiful beaches you ever have seen!You arrive at the port where the Gramvousa ferry is waiting for you to start the cruise. Your driver will collect the money for the boat tickets from you so you can skip-the-lines at the ticket offices.About 10:20 AM set off for the island of Gramvousa which takes approximately 45 minutes. On the ferry there is a kitchen with self service dishes, meals or snacks. You can sit back on a deck chair or in the lounge. During your cruise, see the elevation of the land along the cliff edges of Crete.Once you arrive at the island of Gramvousa you can either have a swim or you can take a hike to the top of the island to the Venetian fortress. There you have 2.5 hours
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Balos Lagoon

As soon as we arrive at the lagoon you will have about 3 hours to enjoy . When you have enjoyed a swim and relaxation at the lagoon, the boat will take you straight back to the port of Kissamos. As soon as you arrive at the lagoon you will have about 3 hours to enjoy. You may at any time go back to the boat for food or also hire umbrellas if the heat is too intense. When you have enjoyed a swim and relaxation at the lagoon, the boat will take you straight back to the port of Kissamos. This is a great photo opportunity as the sun will be behind you as you look out to the scenery of the island.At 6:00 PM the ferry arrives at the port and the journey in this small paradise comes to an end. Return time in Chania approximately: 7.00 PM.From Wednesday 21st June and for a short period of time the ships will not possible to disembark in the Balos lagoon.The cruise schedule will be as follows:2 hours & 15 minutes stay in Gramvousa .About 2 hours stop for open swimming at the beach of Balos.
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Kastelli Kissamos Old Port

Depart Rethymno at approximately 07:45 and travel by mini van 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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Take swimming suits
  • At the time of booking please mention your hotel name and location. You will be notified by email about the pickup point and time

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Q: Will I get seasick on From Rethymno-Chania Areas:Private Trip to Gramvousa Island Balos?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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Q: Will I get seasick on From Rethymno-Chania Areas:Private Trip to Gramvousa Island Balos?
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.

Feb 2023
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From Rethymno-Chania Areas:Private Trip to Gramvousa Island Balos?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • All the legal taxes.
  • Liability insurance coverage.
  • Hotel pick-up Chania area Panormo,Scaleta,Adele,Platania,Misiria,Rethymno,Atsipopoulo & Georgioupoli.
  • Professional driver.
The following is NOT included:
  • Personal expenses.
  • Boat ticket to Gramvousa island and Balos lagoon(children 5 - 12 years €19).
  • Venetian Fortress.
  • Sun Umbrellas (available to rent).
  • Photographer on the boat (at extra cost).
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

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Accessibility information for the From Rethymno-Chania Areas:Private Trip to Gramvousa Island Balos is as follows:

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for From Rethymno-Chania Areas:Private Trip to Gramvousa Island Balos will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • All the legal taxes
  • Liability insurance coverage
  • Hotel pick-up Chania area Panormo,Scaleta,Adele,Platania,Misiria,Rethymno,Atsipopoulo & Georgioupoli
  • Professional driver
  • Personal expenses
  • Boat ticket to Gramvousa island and Balos lagoon(children 5 - 12 years €19)
  • Venetian Fortress
  • Sun Umbrellas (available to rent)
  • Photographer on the boat (at extra cost)

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Take swimming suits
  • At the time of booking please mention your hotel name and location. You will be notified by email about the pickup point and time
  • Pickup begins up to 15 minutes before tour starts and is done from the areas of Panormo, Scaleta, Adele, Platanias, Missiria, Rethymno town, Atsipopoulo, Kavros and Georgioupoli
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