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Balos & Gramvousa by boat
Crete's most famous lagoon and the Venetian fortress of Gramvousa, reached easily by sea.
On Sunday 13 June boat departures are suspended due to strong winds. If you have booked, you will receive an email to change the date or get a refund.
- DurationFull day · 10:15–17:45
- DepartureKissamos port (Kavonisi)
- DifficultyEasy
- LanguagesItalian, English, Greek
The excursion
You leave from Kissamos port on a large cruise boat with a bar and sun decks. First stop is Gramvousa island: walk up to the Venetian fortress or swim in the bay. Then on to Balos lagoon, shading from white to turquoise, where you spend a few hours swimming and strolling on the pinkish sand.
The ideal day out for families: no dirt roads, you arrive straight from the sea.
Group of up to 40 people
Itinerary
- 10:15Departure from Kissamos portBoarding, sun decks and bar on board.
- 11:15Gramvousa islandTime to swim or walk up to the Venetian fortress (about 30 minutes on foot).
- 13:30Balos lagoonFree time to swim and walk around the lagoon.
- 17:45Back in KissamosDisembarkation and end of the tour.
Included
- Return boat ticket
- Tour escort for the day
- My Crete Holiday assistance
Not included
- Balos entrance fee, paid on board
- Lunch and drinks
- Transfer to the port
What to bring
- Swimsuit, towel and sunscreen
- Comfortable shoes for the fortress
- Hat and water
Meeting point
Kissamos port (Kavonisi)Port of Kissamos, Kavonisi, 734 00 Kissamos
Go to the cruise boat's ticket office 30 minutes before departure with your booking code.
Kissamos port (Kavonisi)
Cancellation and bad weather
Free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before departure, directly from your account. If departures are suspended because of wind, rough sea or bad weather, we let you know and you can choose another date or a refund.
Frequently asked questions
What happens if it is very windy?
If the port authority suspends departures we let you know by email and WhatsApp: you can change the date or get a full refund.
Can I drive to Balos?
Yes, but the last stretch is a dirt road followed by a 30-minute walk down. By boat you land right on the beach.
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