Explore Crete’s stunning Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay on a guided tour. Enjoy pristine beaches, crystal waters, and breathtaking views.
Explore Crete’s stunning Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay on a guided tour. Enjoy pristine beaches, crystal waters, and breathtaking views.
- Gramvousa Beach - Explore the westernmost point of Crete with a picturesque bus and boat journey to Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay. Feel the soft white sand beneath your feet on some of the most stunning beaches you will ever encounter! Depart from Rethymno around 07:45 and travel by bus along the new national road towards Crete’s westernmost tip….
- Gramvousa Beach - Explore the westernmost point of Crete with a picturesque bus and boat journey to Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay. Feel the soft white sand beneath your feet on some of the most stunning beaches you will ever encounter! Depart from Rethymno around 07:45 and travel by bus along the new national road towards Crete’s westernmost tip. Pass by the bay of Souda and the former Cretan capital, Chania, before arriving in Kissamos. Then, enjoy a 20-minute boat ride to Gramvousa Island, where you can take a memorable swim in the crystal-clear waters. For those feeling adventurous, there’s an optional 137-meter climb to the 16th-century Venetian Fortress, offering an unparalleled view of the surroundings.
- Balos Lagoon - Upon arrival at the lagoon, you will have approximately 3 hours to enjoy. After swimming and relaxing at the lagoon, the boat will return you directly to the port of Kissamos. You can return to the boat anytime for food or rent umbrellas if the sun is too strong. After enjoying a swim and relaxation at the lagoon, the boat will take you back to the port of Kissamos. This is a perfect photo opportunity as the sun will be behind you, highlighting the island’s scenery.
At 6:00 PM, the ferry arrives at the port, concluding the journey in this small paradise. The return time to Chania is approximately 7:00 PM.
Starting Wednesday, June 21st, and for a limited time, ships will not be able to disembark at Balos Lagoon. The cruise schedule will be as follows: a 2-hour and 15-minute stay in Gramvousa and about a 2-hour stop for open swimming at Balos Beach.
- Kastelli Kissamos Old Port - Pass by the bay of Souda and the former Cretan capital, Chania, before arriving in Kissamos.

- Professional English German and French Guide
- All the legal taxes
- Bus ticket and transfers by modern fully air-conditioned coach
- Professional Driver
- Liability insurance coverage
- Hotel pick-up and drop off(Scaleta,Adele,Platanias,Rethymno,Atsipopoulo,Kavros&Georgioupoli
- Professional English German and French Guide
- All the legal taxes
- Bus ticket and transfers by modern fully air-conditioned coach
- Professional Driver
- Liability insurance coverage
- Hotel pick-up and drop off(Scaleta,Adele,Platanias,Rethymno,Atsipopoulo,Kavros&Georgioupoli
- ticket General Admission Gramvousa island (children 5 - 12 years €19)
- No pickup from remote hotels such as Grand Rimondi (pick up is from Creta star bus stop)
- Personal expenses and Lunch (available for purchase on boat)
- ticket General Admission Gramvousa island (children 5 - 12 years €19)
- No pickup from remote hotels such as Grand Rimondi (pick up is from Creta star bus stop)
- Personal expenses and Lunch (available for purchase on boat)
Explore the westernmost point of Crete with a picturesque bus and boat journey to Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay. Feel the soft white sands of some of the most stunning beaches imaginable! Upon reaching your destination, board a boat to cross over to Balos Bay, located at the northern tip of the peninsula. Enjoy a relaxing 1-hour boat ride, followed by…
Explore the westernmost point of Crete with a picturesque bus and boat journey to Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay. Feel the soft white sands of some of the most stunning beaches imaginable! Upon reaching your destination, board a boat to cross over to Balos Bay, located at the northern tip of the peninsula. Enjoy a relaxing 1-hour boat ride, followed by 2.5 hours at Balos Bay to experience the soft white sands and the distinctive blue and green waters of the lagoon.
- Travelers ages below 0-99+ years old can join the tour and infants must sit on laps
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.