Greece · BALOS & GRAMVOUSA TRIPS
Two stops in one sailing from Kissamos: the Venetian fort on Gramvousa, then the lagoon at Balos with its pale shallows. These 15 are compared on time ashore at each, whether lunch is aboard, and how they handle a windy morning.
From Kissamos, cruise to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa. Swim, hike to a Venetian castle, and enjoy epic Cretan views in 7 hours.
“Water was so nice, ride was smooth. Wkuld totally recommend”
Full-day boat trip from Chania to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island, with hiking to the Venetian castle, swimming, and easy pickup.
“Best trip in the whole island. From beginning with the pick up , friendly guide and driver. The whole trip was amazing and I highly recommend when visiting Crete !”
Bus and boat day trip from Chania area to Gramvousa Island and Balos Lagoon, with time to swim, hike, and enjoy west Crete views.
“Balos and Gramvousa are the most amazing place on earth! The sea is full of color and fish and the water was really clear and perfect! The day was well organized but I would have liked to stay one more hour on Gramvousa Island. The boat was really big and there was a seat for almost everyone! The guide and the autist were nice and informed us well”
Kissamos to Balos Lagoon by shared boat. 3 hours to swim in clear emerald water, plus an audio guide on caves and geology.
“Never heard or saw any guide. Difficult to find the correct boat, and trouble having to pay 2 euros of tax while the boat is waiting to depart. Just managed to jump on before it left. Good deal for wine on board though. And Balos itself was very nice.”
From Rethymno, swim Balos lagoon and Gramvousa beaches with optional Venetian Fortress views. Bus and guide included, boat ticket extra.
“Gramavousa, difficult to travel at the end of the day, I suggest changing the order of the objectives. Attentive guide, very interesting route, Balos is wow, worth it, the Crete is fabulous!”
Chania day trip to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa with air-conditioned bus, skip-the-line boat tickets, swims, and a Venetian fortress.
“Everything was perfect! The guide was exceptional and went above and beyond her duties!”
Speedboat to Gramvousa and Balos in 3 hours with drinks included, small-group feel, plus an hour at each wow-site.
“I wanted to see Gramvousa island and Balos beach and not to spend the whole day on it and it perfectly met my expectations.”
From Heraklion, cruise to Balos Lagoon for swimming and sand, then visit Chania’s Venetian harbor for a full west Crete day.
“The trip is well organized, however the interim stop for the breakfast is awful, spoils all the fun. The food was not fresh and very poor, the only cash was allowed. Would strongly recommend to find another place for stop, it spoils all the trip.”
Luxury catamaran cruise to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa from Kissamos, with nutritionist-made food, open bar, and water toys.
“The crew was fun, kind, and most importantly emphasized our safety. Everything was timed perfectly and pick up and drop off was prompt! Jessica’s cooking was superb and the beaches were beautiful! It was a great day!”
Jeep tour from Chania to Balos Lagoon viewpoint and Falassarna beach, with reserved loungers and lunch included. Small group.
“If you’d like a memorable time without a horde of tourists, this is it! Nicholas is dynamite tour guide. You’ll feel like you’re spending the day with good friends while seeing spectacular sea and landscapes. Then you’ll have an incredibly delicious lunch. Not an exaggeration. Worth every penny! Just do it!”
4x4 jeep safari from Kissamos to Balos Lagoon with scenic viewpoints, pink sand and swimming time, plus a small-group ride over rugged Crete.
“Tour guide was very interactive presenting info along the whole trip.”
Luxury catamaran day trip from Kissamos to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa, with meals, drinks, water toys, and included transfer.
“Amazing from start to finish. This experience is worth every penny. The boat and locations are beautiful and the staff are so friendly and make the experience extra special. The boat isn't crowded and you get plenty of room. You can get drinks through out the journey and breakfast and lunch is also served. There is lots of swimming equipment to choose from such as snorkels, flippers, floats and paddle boards. We also got a transfer and everything was so well organised. As the staff say, keep smiling!”
Speedboat from Kissamos to Gramvousa and Balos Lagoon in a small group, with snorkeling stops, snacks, and fewer crowds.
“A great morning out. It was a calm day so we could have the front of the boat to lie on between stops. We got to the stops early enough for them to be lovely and quiet, and then when the Balos ferry arrived with soooo many people, we headed off for an extra stop somewhere quiet. They were kind enough to meet my dietary requirements at short notice. Definitely recommend over the boat trips that are double the price for the same stops. This was intimate and great value.”
Sail from Kissamos to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island for swimming, snorkeling, and a traditional Cretan lunch on board.
“We booked months in advance and when we arrived, lucky us, we felt like king and queen for a day. 5 stars are not enough. Elena was so very hospitable as our 1st. Mate and our captain was a mariner like no other. our lunch was beyond delicious. This was a day we will remember forever”
Full-day boat trip from Rethymno to Gramvousa fortress and Balos Lagoon, with swimming stops, guided transfer, and timed free beach time.
“Alles hat gut geklappt. Unser Guide hat gut deutsch gesprochen( Auch englisch). Alles auf den Programm haben wir gemacht und man hat auch genügend Zeit gehabt bei beiden Orten. Würde es nochmals buchen”
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