From Rethymno: Private Day Trip to Balos & Gramvousa Island
ID: GYG459421-822314
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a private road trip in a Mercedes Vito from the Rethymno area to reach Kissamos Port. Take the boat to Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay for a memorable boating day trip in a beautiful bay.
Depart Rethymno area and travel by luxury mercedes vito along the new national road towards the westernmost tip of Crete. Pass the bay of Souda and the former Cretan capital of Chania before your arrival in Kissamos.
Upon arrival, climb aboard a boat and cross to Balos Bay at the northernmost tip of the peninsula. Relax on the 1-hour boat trip, and get 2.5 hours at Balos Bay to enjoy the soft white sands and unique blue and green waters of the lagoon.
Next, take a 20-minute boat ride to Gramvousa Island for plenty of time to enjoy an unforgettable swim in the crystal clear waters. If you are feeling energetic, take an optional 137-meter climb up to the 16th-century Venetian Fortress for an incomparable view of the surrounding surroundings.
Enjoy approximately 1.5 hours at peace on Gramvousa Island, and then take a 1-hour boat ride back to Kissamos. Upon arrival, continue to Rethymno by bus at the end of the laid-back tour.
Highlights
- Soak up some sun or go for a swim at the gorgeous Gramvousa Beach
- Swim in the crystal clear waters of Balos Bay lagoon
- Climb the Venetian Fortress on Gramvousa Island for unique views
- Relax on a secure bus transfer to Kisamos port on the western part of Crete
- Enjoy the convenience of included private pickup and drop-off service
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Lunch and water can be purchased on board the boat
• The cost of the boat ticket and the Venetian Fortress entry ticket (€30) is not included in the option with pickup from Rethymno
• This tour can only be booked by those staying in the areas of Panormo, Scaleta, Adele, Platanias, Missiria, Rethymno town, Atsipopoulo, Kavros and Georgioupoli
Pickup is from your hotel or airbnb.
You'll receive specific pickup information in a separate email from the activity provider
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
