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From Heraklion: Gramvousa and Balos Cruise with Hotel Pickup

4.3  / 5
269 reviews
Activity provider:Cretan Odyssey
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Day trip

From Heraklion: Gramvousa and Balos Cruise with Hotel Pickup

Activity provider:Cretan Odyssey
4.3  / 5
269 reviews

From $63.14 per person

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Set sail to Gramvousa Island and Balos Lagoon on a guided day trip. Explore scenic locations, swim along the coast, and stroll up to the castle on the hill to admire picturesque views.

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Duration 14.5 - 16 hours
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Live tour guide
German, French, English
Pickup included
Pickup is available from specific points in the areas of Kokkini Hani, Amoudara, Agia Pelagia, and centrally located points in Heraklion town. You will receive a personalized email about the exact place and time of pickup within 24 hours of booking. Please check your spam folder.

Experience

Highlights
  • Gasp at the immense natural beauty of the quiet western coast of Crete
  • Navigate along the shoreline and admire the deep blue waters of the Aegean Sea
  • Climb up the rocky hill at Gramvousa to explore the castle and take in the views
  • Relax and swim in the crystal clear Balos Lagoon, away from Cretan crowds
  • Get acquainted with a lesser-known but equally beautiful side of the island
Full description
Start with pickup from Heraklion or the surrounding area. Drive over to Kastelli by bus to board your boat. Balos are Gramvousa are located on the West part of the island. Depending on the area your hotel is located is around 4 hours by bus to the place where the boats depart. Embark the boat from the village of Kasteli and head over to Balos Lagoon and enjoy plenty of time to swim in the quiet crystal clear waters, walk across the golden sand beach and soak in the sun as you relax. Cruise across the western Cretan sea and arrive at the tranquil Gramvousa. Swim along the coast and stroll up to the castle on the hill to admire panoramic views of the natural landscape as you hike up to that point. The drivers will be awaiting you at the port, in order to begin the drive back to Heraklion.
Includes
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional driver
  • Tour guide
  • Boat cruise
  • Entrance fee to the natural park
  • Liability insurance coverage
  • Lunch and drinks (available for purchase)
Not suitable for
  • Wheelchair users

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  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen
  • Beachwear

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Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 269 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.5/5
  • Transportation
    4.3/5
  • Value for money
    4.3/5

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Sanduni – United KingdomOctober 23, 2023 – Verified booking
It was absolutely amazing! Elizabeta was a really good guide and the excursion was truly out of this world and a must visit! It's worth the money, boat can get crowded and might not have spaces to sit at times but don't be put off by it. Bus journey from Heraklion was about 3 hours which wasn't too bad but some might not enjoy it. Overall amazing excursion and we loved it!
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Anaïs – FranceOctober 10, 2023 – Verified booking
Très belle activité avec une guide très sympathique. Le trajet ne nous à pas semblé aussi long que prévu. Attention cependant, pour Gamvoussa, l’arrêt est relativement court (1h) ce qui implique de faire un choix entre baignade et visite du fort (mais cela n’est aucunement de la faute de Cretan Odyssée mais du ferry). Je recommande fortement !
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Jennifer – GermanyOctober 7, 2023 – Verified booking
We were a bit put off by the long bus ride at first, but in the end we found it so practical and comfortable. You don't have to worry about anything yourself. Can read, sleep, watch a film on the cell phone, etc. while driving. Time goes by. Would do it like that again. Really convenient for people who are far away from Heraklion. We were glad that the tour even existed.
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