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Gramvousa and Balos Day Cruise from Chania

18 Reviews 3.83 out of 5 stars Based on 18 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Chania, Greece
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11 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Our trip starts at your hotel or a location in its vicinity, with our bus.Our destination is the port of Kisamos. As soon as we reach the port, you go aboard the ship to set out on the cruise.The ship departs from the port at 10:20. An hour later you reach the small island of Gramvousa.The ship stays at the island for two hours.The castle of Gramvousa is to be found at the top of the island. If you wish so, you can climb up the path to the castle, if not, you can stay on the beach and swim. (Climbing will take you at least 20 min to reach the castle. Proper hiking shoes are a must!).The ship departs from Gramvousa Island at 13:30, the breath-taking lagoon of Balos being its destination. Words can’t possibly do justice to the wild beauty your eyes will meet once you reach Balos.The white and at places pink sand, the turquoise warm and shallow waters, the rocks reaching for the sky around the lagoon, all these amazing elements come together to create a heavenly landscape!

What's Included

  • All Taxes
  • Ecological fee
  • Transport by air-conditioned coach
  • Tips
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Gramvousa

As soon as we reach the port, you go aboard the ship to set out on the cruise.The ship departs from the port at 10:20. An hour later you reach the small island of Gramvousa.The ship stays at the island for two hours.The castle of Gramvousa is to be found at the top of the island… built by Venetians on top of some steep cliffs in order to act as a fortification protecting the island, today it offers visitors a panoramic view to the amazingly blue waters of the Cretan sea.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Balos Lagoon

The ship departs from Gramvousa Island at 13:30, the breath-taking lagoon of Balos being its destination…The journey is short, and lasts only about 20 minutes.The ship reaches Balos at 13:45 and stays there for 2 hours. Words can’t possibly do justice to the wild beauty your eyes will meet once you reach Balos… The white and at places pink sand, the turquoise warm and shallow waters, the rocks reaching for the sky around the lagoon… all these amazing elements come together to create a heavenly landscape, which you are bound to want to keep returning to!
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Kastelli Kissamos Old Port

On board and throughout the journey, you can enjoy your meal in the self-service restaurants of the ship, where traditional Cretan dishes are being offered, or at the ship’s bar.You reach Kissamos Port an hour later; our bus will be waiting for you there, in order to return you to your hotel.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Remember to have with you :Swimsuit -Beach towel-Hat -Sunscreen
  • You will receive a confirmation email with your pickup location and time.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

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Q: Will I get seasick on Gramvousa and Balos Day Cruise from Chania?

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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What's Included

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  • All Taxes
  • Ecological fee
  • Transport by air-conditioned coach
  • Boat ticket to Gramvousa 19 euro per person
  • Local Guide
  • Tips

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Remember to have with you :Swimsuit -Beach towel-Hat -Sunscreen
  • You will receive a confirmation email with your pickup location and time.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

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