Heraklion to Balos Beach: Full-day Hearaklion to Balos Beach & Gramvousa Island Tour Day trips and Excursions
Platanos Tours
Heraklion to Balos Beach: Full-day Hearaklion to Balos Beach & Gramvousa Island Tour Day trips and Excursions
- Gramvousa Island,Crete
- €43.00 / person€53.00
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About this experience
DURATION: 12 hours (approx.)STARTING TIME: 6.00 am
MEETING POINT: Hotel pick-up and drop-off (in Malia, Stalis, Hersonisos, Anissaras, Analypsi, Gouves, Gournes, Heraklion, Ammoudara, Agia Pelagia/Lygaria, Fodele) Please tell us your accommodation during the booking
LANGUAGES: English, German, Greek
OPEN SEASONS: May to October
WHO CAN COME: Heraklion to Balos Beach is suitable for anyone to participate. Not wheelchair accessible
Overview
Join a full-day Heraklion to Balos Beach and Gramvousa to enjoy some of Crete’s most beautiful spots. Travel direct from Heraklion to Kissamos and board your boat for Gramvousa Island for a relaxing swim or an optional climb to the Venetian 16th Century fortress. Complete your Heraklion to Balos Beach with a ride to this famous destination to enjoy the unique soft white sand and soak in the warm Cretan sun.
◾ Swim in the crystal clear waters of Balos Bay Lagoon
◾ Climb the Venetian Fortress on Gramvousa Island for unique views
◾ Relax on stunning Gramvousa Beach
About this Experience
DURATION: 12 hours (approx.)STARTING TIME: 6.00 am
MEETING POINT: Hotel pick-up and drop-off (in Malia, Stalis, Hersonisos, Anissaras, Analypsi, Gouves, Gournes, Heraklion, Ammoudara, Agia Pelagia/Lygaria, Fodele) Please tell us your accommodation during the booking
LANGUAGES: English, German, Greek
OPEN SEASONS: May to October
WHO CAN COME: Heraklion to Balos Beach is suitable for anyone to participate. Not wheelchair accessible
Description - What to expect
Your Heraklion to Balos Beach starts with a convenient pick-up from your hotel or other designated place. Drive towards the west side of Crete in order to reach the port of Kissamos Kasteli.After your escort gives you all the necessary information about the cruise, arrive at the port where the Gramvousa ferry is waiting for you to start the cruise. Your tour guide will collect the money for the boat tickets from you so you can skip the lines at the ticket office.
At about 10:20 am set off for the island of Gramvousa which takes approximately 45 minutes. On the ferry, there are self-service dishes, meals, or snacks. Sit back on a deck chair or in the lounge and admire the rugged cliff edges of Crete.
Once you arrive at the island of Gramvousa you can either have a swim or you can take a hike to the top of the island to the Venetian fortress. There you have 2.5 hours before you continue to the Balos lagoon, a 20 minutes ride away.
As soon as you arrive at Balos Beach you will have about 3 hours to enjoy yourself. You may at any time go back to the boat for food or also hire umbrellas if the heat is too intense. When you have enjoyed a swim and relaxed at the lagoon, the boat will take you straight back to the port of Kissamos. This is a great photo opportunity as the sun is setting behind you.
At 6:00 pm the ferry arrives at the port and the journey from Heraklion to Balos beach and the Gramvousa paradise island comes to an end. Return time in Heraklion is approximately 8.00 pm
What's included, what's not
✔ Hotel pick-up and drop off✔ Bus ticket
✔ Your professional guide
✖ Entrance ticket to the Venetian Fortress
✖ Boat ticket from Kissamos to Gramvousa (18€)
Free Cancellation
Free cancellation is available for this Heraklion to Balos Beach up to 48 hours prior to departureAbout the area
Gramvousa island is located 20km northwest of Kissamos, opposite the imposing Cape of Gramvousa and 2 miles northwest of the famous lagoon of Balos. Gramvousa is famous for its historical Venetian fortress, which still stands at a height of 137m, over the beach.The remains of a Venetian castle, built in 1579-84, at a height of 137 meters above the natural harbor of the island, remind the visitor of its past glory. The position of the castle was strategic since it protected the entire northeastern Crete. Its size still impresses everyone: it has a triangular shape, with each side exceeding one kilometer.
Balos Beach is known for its stunning beauty, featuring a unique combination of soft white sand, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and dramatic rock formations. The beach is situated on the Gramvousa Peninsula and is accessible either by hiking or taking a boat excursion from the nearby ports of Kissamos or Platanias. The boat trip offers scenic views of the coastline and allows visitors to explore the lagoon and the small island of Gramvousa.
Balos Beach is particularly renowned for its shallow and calm swimming area, created by the lagoon. This makes it a popular choice for families and those who prefer gentler waters. The beach is surrounded by a natural landscape with rugged cliffs and hills, providing a picturesque backdrop.
Good to know - practical information
◾ Pick-up for this Heraklion to Balos Beach excursion begins earlier than the tour starting time and is done only from Malia, Stalis, Hersonisos, Anissaras, Analypsi, Gouves, Gournes, Heraklion, Ammoudara, Agia Pelagia/Lygaria & Fodele◾ Walking shoes are necessary for the climb to the Venetian Fortress (entry fee 1€ paid on site)
◾ Lunch and water can be purchased on the boat
Health and safety
✔ Provider complies with local legislation and applicable health recommendations with regard to Covid-19 prevention measuresDescription - What to expect
Your Heraklion to Balos Beach starts with a convenient pick-up from your hotel or other designated place. Drive towards the west side of Crete in order to reach the port of Kissamos Kasteli.After your escort gives you all the necessary information about the cruise, arrive at the port where the Gramvousa ferry is waiting for you to start the cruise. Your tour guide will collect the money for the boat tickets from you so you can skip the lines at the ticket office.
At about 10:20 am set off for the island of Gramvousa which takes approximately 45 minutes. On the ferry, there are self-service dishes, meals, or snacks. Sit back on a deck chair or in the lounge and admire the rugged cliff edges of Crete.
Once you arrive at the island of Gramvousa you can either have a swim or you can take a hike to the top of the island to the Venetian fortress. There you have 2.5 hours before you continue to the Balos lagoon, a 20 minutes ride away.
As soon as you arrive at Balos Beach you will have about 3 hours to enjoy yourself. You may at any time go back to the boat for food or also hire umbrellas if the heat is too intense. When you have enjoyed a swim and relaxed at the lagoon, the boat will take you straight back to the port of Kissamos. This is a great photo opportunity as the sun is setting behind you.
At 6:00 pm the ferry arrives at the port and the journey from Heraklion to Balos beach and the Gramvousa paradise island comes to an end. Return time in Heraklion is approximately 8.00 pm
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