Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa Island or Chania Old Town
Overview
Want to spend an unforgettable day away from the hustle and bustle of cities, in complete relaxation of the soul and body?
Enjoy the one-hour cruise from the port of Castelli to the island of Gramvoussa, on the open deck liner from which you can admire the bright natural phenomenon of twelve shades of the sea of the Bay of Balos. After landing on the pirate island of Gramvousa, go to the top of Venetian fortress which was built in 1597 with sweeping views of the Bay. The ascent takes about twenty minutes.
Experience Balos Lagoon Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches of Crete with beautiful water and soft sand.
Monday and Thursday include a visit to Balos beach and Rethymno town.
Tuesday and Wednesday include a visit to Balos beach and Gramvousa island.
What's Included
- Boat ticket EUR 22.00 per person
- Pick-up from your hotel (at the specific tourist bus stop, outside of the hotel)
- Entrance ticket to Gramvousa (children up to 12y.o.free) EUR 1.00 per person
- Transfer with air-conditioned bus
- Boat ticket - Child (4-12) EUR 11.00 per person
- Certified tour-guide
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Pick-up at the specific tourist bus stop, up to 800m walking from your hotel. Once booked, Status MLB Travel will contact you with details of pickup time and location. If you cannot find your pickup, you can indicate your location and we will help you find a convenient departure point for the tour bus. If you have not received the email, please check your spam folder. When booking, always indicate the area and place of residence in Crete, and a contact phone number.
What To Expect
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Balos Lagoon
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Imeri Gramvousa
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Chania Town
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- In case you are affected by the sea sickness, make sure to take a medicine 1 hour before getting on the ship.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- If an infant does not sit on lap in the bus, It is necessary to pay a child ticket.
- Pick-up from the specific bus stops next to the hotels. From Area 1: all the villages between Amudara/Heraklion/Karteros/Amnissos/Kokkini Hani/Gournes/Gouves/Analipsi/Anissaras/Hersonissos/Stalida/Malia/Sissi
- Pick-up from the specific bus stops next to the hotels. From Area 2: Sises/Fodele/Agia Pelagia/Ligaria/Achlada/Mades/Ammoudi/Rodia/Palaiokastro/Pantanassa /Linoperamata/Gazi
- After booking we will contact you to arrange the pick-up. Please, note, if you do not provide your pick-up details up to 24 hours before the tour, we do not guarantee the pick-up. For pick-up from different location, please, contact us.
- Monday: English, German, French, Polish, Italian. The program includes a visit to Balos beach and Rethymno town.
- Tuesday: English, French, Polish. The program includes a visit to Balos beach and Gramvousa island.
- Wednesday: English. The program includes a visit to Balos beach and Gramvousa island.
- Thursday: English, German, French, Polish. The program includes a visit to Balos beach and Rethymno town.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
(8)Q: Will I get seasick on Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa Island or Chania Old Town?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-121353P17
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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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- 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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Boat ticket EUR 22.00 per person.
- Pick-up from your hotel (at the specific tourist bus stop, outside of the hotel).
- Entrance ticket to Gramvousa (children up to 12y.o.free) EUR 1.00 per person.
- Transfer with air-conditioned bus.
- Boat ticket - Child (4-12) EUR 11.00 per person.
- Certified tour-guide.
- Lunch.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa Island or Chania Old Town is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- In case you are affected by the sea sickness, make sure to take a medicine 1 hour before getting on the ship.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa Island or Chania Old Town 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!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Boat ticket EUR 22.00 per person
- Pick-up from your hotel (at the specific tourist bus stop, outside of the hotel)
- Entrance ticket to Gramvousa (children up to 12y.o.free) EUR 1.00 per person
- Transfer with air-conditioned bus
- Boat ticket - Child (4-12) EUR 11.00 per person
- Certified tour-guide
- Lunch
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- In case you are affected by the sea sickness, make sure to take a medicine 1 hour before getting on the ship.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- If an infant does not sit on lap in the bus, It is necessary to pay a child ticket.
- Pick-up from the specific bus stops next to the hotels. From Area 1: all the villages between Amudara/Heraklion/Karteros/Amnissos/Kokkini Hani/Gournes/Gouves/Analipsi/Anissaras/Hersonissos/Stalida/Malia/Sissi
- Pick-up from the specific bus stops next to the hotels. From Area 2: Sises/Fodele/Agia Pelagia/Ligaria/Achlada/Mades/Ammoudi/Rodia/Palaiokastro/Pantanassa /Linoperamata/Gazi
- After booking we will contact you to arrange the pick-up. Please, note, if you do not provide your pick-up details up to 24 hours before the tour, we do not guarantee the pick-up. For pick-up from different location, please, contact us.
- Monday: English, German, French, Polish, Italian. The program includes a visit to Balos beach and Rethymno town.
- Tuesday: English, French, Polish. The program includes a visit to Balos beach and Gramvousa island.
- Wednesday: English. The program includes a visit to Balos beach and Gramvousa island.
- Thursday: English, German, French, Polish. The program includes a visit to Balos beach and Rethymno town.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
- Operated by a business
