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From Heraklion: Balos and Gramvousa Cruise

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8.4 out of 10
Features
Overview
  • Unwind and take a dip in the serene and pristine waters of the Balos lagoon
  • Discover a remarkable geological phenomenon.
  • Climb the steep hill at Gramvousa, taking in the gorgeous views
  • Sail along the coastline and admire its vibrant colour

Activity location

    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPick-up and drop-off
  • What's includedWhat's included Transfers by modern fully air-conditioned coach
  • What's includedWhat's included Return cruise
  • What's includedWhat's included Experienced drivers
  • What's includedWhat's included Guide
  • What's includedWhat's included Third-party insurance
  • What's includedWhat's included 2.5-hour stop on Gramvousa island
  • What's includedWhat's included 2-hour swim stop in the sea in front of Balos Lagoon
  • What's includedWhat's included Disembarkation at Balos (only swimming)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedBoat ticket (€17 for adults, €8.50 for children aged 4-12 years)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded Lunch (€7.50 per person, optional)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded Municipality fee (€1)

Know before you book

  • Not suitable for: Children under 5 years, People with mobility impairments

What you can expect

Travel by air-conditioned bus to the west of Crete. Enjoy a cup of coffee or breakfast at the small village of Skaleta and then continue to Kissamos to board a boat and start your cruise. Admire a vast cave that was most likely an ancient shipyard. See sea turtles and dolphins playing in the water.
Disembark on the island of Gramvousa, also known as “Pirates' Island”. Enjoy about 2 hours to explore and encounter over 100 bird and 400 plant species. Enjoy plenty of free time to swim at a gorgeous beach. Alternatively, feast from an (optional) lunch on board.
Continue your cruise to the lagoon of Balos and discover one of the loveliest sites in Greece. Get a breathtaking view of the lagoon and enjoy a 2-hour swimming break before the return journey to the meeting point.

Location

Activity location

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    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece
This activity is not accompanied by a Hong Kong licensed tour escort.