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Private Tour Visit to Gramvousa and Balos from Heraklion

Hersonissos, Greece

Enjoy a private transfer from the main areas of Heraklion to Kissamos port. Purchase a boat cruise to Balos Lagoon and Grambousa island and hop aboard the bus after your cruise to return.

Cancellation policy

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Duration 14 hours

Duration supplied by the experience provider.

Language

English

Group size

1–15 travelers

Full description

We disembark at the island of Gramvousa also known as the “pirates’ island”. You can admire the famous fortress of Gramvousa built by the Venetians in 1579 high on a rock and if you want, you can climb up to admire the magnificent view. You have plenty of time to enjoy our swim at the gorgeous beach with the wonderful colors or have lunch aboard.
Balos, one of the loveliest places in Greece. The view of the
lagoon is truly breathtaking and brings us in mind exotic beaches in the Caribbean.

Itinerary

After 3 hour and 30 min. drive we get to Kastelli- Kissamos, where you take the boat from the port and sail around the peninsula of Gramvousa.

The island of Gramvousa is associated with the struggle to liberate Crete from the Ottoman occupation. Three thousand revolutionaries used the island as their shelter for 3 years; to solve the problem of food scarcity, they took to piracy. Gramvousa nowadays is an important bird habitat in the Eastern Mediterranean region and is located along one of the bird migration ways in this part of the world. It is the habitat of over 100 bird species and 400 kinds of plants. Built 137m above sea level on this rocky island, it is one of the most impressive castles in Crete and worth the 15 minute hike up the footpath. Appropriate footwear is advisable & a hat in summer.

Afterwards we take a 2nd short boat trip to the fabulous lagoon of Balos, a shallow and warm water lagoon and one of Crete’s loveliest spots. Here you can enjoy plenty of time of swimming in the inviting crystal clear waters of western Crete and sunbathing at the white sandy beach.

What’s included

Included

  • Transfer
  • Air-Conditioned Bus
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Not included

  • Ferry Ticket to Gramvousa Beach and Balos Lagoon (29EUR/person)
  • Enviromental Tax 1euro

Important information

Meeting point

Hersonissos, Greece

Don’t forget

Infant seats unavailable Not suitable for pets No public transportation nearby Not stroller accessible Not wheelchair accessible The remaining hours is for travel time from each place to another The guide adminitrative and logistical purposes, but its not specifically related to this tour, they will be for the history, nature, and things like that. You will receive the voucher with pick up details (pick up time & pick up point) via email, one day before your tour.

Cancellation policy

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

Your host

VE

Verified Local Host

With GetExperience since 2026

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