Highlights
- Climb aboard a vessel, and after setting sail for Gramvousa and Balos,
- Take a refreshing dip in the pristine waters of Gramvousa.
- For one-of-a-kind perspectives, climb to the top of the Venetian Fortress on Gramvousa Island.
- Take some time to unwind and relax on the enchanting Balos Lagoon.
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Included
- Transportation in a coach that is climate controlled
- Skilled and Experienced Motorist
- Tour Guide
- Boat tickets (day cruise)
- Lunch
- The cost of admission to the nature park
- Each and every permissible tax
- Protection against legal responsibility offered by ALLIANZ
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Not Included
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What to bring
- Backpack
- Hat / Sunglasses / Sunscreen
- Bathing suit and a beach towel
- Hiking footwear that is supportive and comfortable for the journey to the Gramvoussa fortress
- Water
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Before you book, read the following useful information
- We will pick you up from a variety of locations, including hotels and bus terminals, among other places.
- As soon as you finish the reservation, we will get in touch with you to let you know the precise location and time of the Pick-up, which will be in a location that is convenient to where you will be staying.
- In enclosed public spaces and while riding the bus, passengers are expected to bring face masks with them and wear them at all times, provided that the government's COVID legislation requires them to do so.
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Timetable Information
- Total Duration of the tour: 13-14 hours
- Start at: 6:30am
- Ends at: 21:00
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Full Description
- Morning Pick up:
- In the morning, we will initiate the process of collecting participants from the designated pick-up spots. The route that the bus takes may be different for you because it depends on where your hotel or apartment is located.
- Bus Drive to Kasteli Port: 3.5 hours (average)
- On the route, there will be a brief halt for refreshments, as well as restroom and bathroom breaks. – 20 minutes
- 1st stop: Kasteli
- The settlement of Kastelli, which is located on the westernmost tip of the island of Crete. From here, the boat will depart to travel to the Gramvoussa Peninsula as well as the Balos lagoon.
- Boat Trip: 1 hour
- 2nd stop: Gramvousa Peninsula – 1 hour 30 minutes
- After making its way across the western Cretan sea in the boat, the passengers will arrive at the port of Gramvousa. Climb to the top of the hill where the castle is situated, and while you're there, snap some shots of the breathtaking view that includes the lagoon of Balos. Make the most of the gorgeous weather at the coast by going swimming and sunbathing there.
- Boat Trip: 15 minutes
- 4th stop: Balos Lagoon – 2 hours 30 minutes
- Following the duration of the journey that departs from Gramvousa, the boat will eventually arrive to the Balos lagoon. Travelers will have plenty of time to enjoy swimming in the turquoise waters of Balos, strolling along the beach with its golden sand, and discovering the natural environment that surrounds them.
- Lunch
- In the meanwhile, the restaurant on board the boat will be open, and guests will be able to eat whenever they choose between the hours of 12:00 and 17:00.
- Boat Trip: 1 hour
- 5th stop: Kasteli
- Arrived safely back at Kasteli's harbour after returning by boat.
- End of the tour – Return to resorts:
- Participants will now board the buses and be driven back to the hotels where they were staying when we gathered them in the morning.
- The amount of time it takes to get back to the hotel will vary from person to person based on the amount of traffic and where they were picked up.
- Return Bus Drive to resorts: 3.5 hours (average)
- On the way back, there will be a brief stop for using the restroom and grabbing a snack. – 20 minutes
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16 hours
Monday,Thursday
Max Capacity: 52 people
