Gramvousa and Balos Tour From Heraklion

Experience a breathtaking journey to the westernmost point of Crete, where pristine beaches, turquoise waters, and ancient history come together for an unforgettable adventure!
Enjoy a hassle-free bus transfer from the main areas of Heraklion to Kissamos port. Purchase a boat cruise to Balos Lagoon and Grambousa island and hop aboard the bus after your cruise to return.

We disembark at the island of Gramvousa also known as the “pirates’ island”. 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.
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.
What's included?
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Guide
Air-Conditioned Bus
Exclusions
Ferry Ticket to Gramvousa Beach and Balos Lagoon (15EUR/person)
Enviromental Tax 1euro
Please note
Infants must sit on your lap
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infant seats unavailable
The remaining hours is for travel time from each place to another
You will receive the voucher with pick up details (pick up time & pick up point) via email, one day before your tour.

Itinerary
After 3 hour and 30 min. drive we get to Kastelli- Kissamos, where we take the boat from the port and sail around the peninsula of Gramvousa.

The island of Gramvousa is associated with the struggle to liberate Crete from the Ottoman occupation. Three thousand revolutionaries used the island as their shelter for 3 years; to solve the problem of food scarcity, they took to piracy. Gramvousa nowadays is an important bird habitat in the Eastern Mediterranean region and is located along one of the bird migration ways in this part of the world. It is the habitat of over 100 bird species and 400 kinds of plants. Built 137m above sea level on this rocky island, it is one of the most impressive castles in Crete and worth the 15 minute hike up the footpath. Appropriate footwear is advisable & a hat in summer.

Balos
Afterwards we take a 2nd short boat trip to the fabulous lagoon of Balos, a shallow and warm water lagoon and one of Crete’s loveliest spots. Here you can enjoy plenty of time of swimming in the inviting crystal clear waters of western Crete and sunbathing at the white sandy beach. Note: Possibility for lunch on board and on bus only.

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