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Full-Day Gramvousa & Balos Lagoon From Chania Guided Tour

Chania, Greece

Join this 9-hour day tour of Gramvousa, an island that serves as a regional bird habitat. While there, take time to explore the local castle, then head over …

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Duration 9 hours

Duration supplied by the experience provider.

Language

English

Group size

1–15 travelers

Full description

Join this 9-hour day tour of Gramvousa, an island that serves as a regional bird habitat. While there, take time to explore the local castle, then head over on the boat close to Balos Beach, one of the most beautifuls in Crete, and take your time to swim in the sea, do snorkelling, or just relax with your friends and family.

-Please note- the boat will not desembark in Balos

Itinerary

After approximately 1 hour, the boat arrives at the port of Gramvousa. The island's eminent castle was built by the Venetians in 1579 at the highest point of the island, on top of a steep rock at a height of 137m. It is surrounded by a wall of 272m. It has a rough triangular shape and each side is 1km in length. Gramvousa castle played an important role in the history of the region. The panoramic view, its majesty and the legend of the pirate's hidden treasure, will tempt you to visit it. The walk takes approximately 20 minutes.

Balos is famous for its turquoise waters, the wild natural beauty and the beautiful exotic scenery. The lagoon of Balos has white sand and exotic white, vivid blue and turquoise waters. The sea is very shallow and warm, ideal for young children. In many places the sand has a lovely pinkish color, because of millions of crushed shells. Beyond the rocks at the boundaries of the lagoon, the water is deeper and colder.

What’s included

Included

  • Guide
  • Transfer
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Local guide
  • group tour

Not included

  • Boat ticket & Municipality Fee ADULTS 26EUR/person, CHILDREN 13EUR
  • Food and drinks

Important information

Meeting point

Chania, Greece

Don’t forget

Infants must not sit on laps Infant seats unavailable Not suitable for pets No public transportation nearby Not stroller accessible Not wheelchair accessible All travelers can participate You will receive a voucher with all details one day before the tour.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation if cancelled more than 24 hours before start. 100% charge if cancelled within 24 hours of start.

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