Day Trip to Gramvousa Island & Balos Beach from Rethymno with Swimming

About the Activity

What to Expect

Embark on a captivating day trip by bus and boat to the stunning Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island on Crete's northwestern coast. After an early morning pickup near your hotel, sit back and relax as you journey through beautiful landscapes to reach the Port of Kissamos. There, you will purchase your boat ticket and board the boat for a picturesque hour-long ride to Gramvousa Island.

Upon reaching Gramvousa, enjoy 1.5 hours of free time to explore the Venetian Fortress, offering breathtaking views from its summit. If you prefer, you can stay on the boat to enjoy the bistro restaurant or unwind on the beach. The boat features an air-conditioned lounge and ample deck space for sunbathing. Next, the boat will take you on a brief 20-minute cruise to the breathtaking Balos Lagoon. Spend 2.5 hours swimming in the crystal-clear waters, snorkeling, sunbathing, and exploring the scenic dunes. In the afternoon, the boat will begin the return cruise to Kissamos. From there, you will be driven back to your hotel area in Rethymno, ending your day with cherished memories of this coastal adventure.

Highlights

• Enjoy an boat ride with stunning views

• Explore the Venetian Fortress on Gramvousa Island

• Swim, snorkel, and sunbathe in the crystal-clear waters of Balos Lagoon

Itinerary

• Port of Kissiamos

• Boat cruise to Gramvousa Island with 1.5 hours of free time

• Boat to Balos Lagoon with 2.5 hours of free time

• Port of Kissiamos

• Arrival back at your accomodation or nearby location

• Depart from your accommodation or a nearby place

Pick Up

If you wish to make use of our pickup service from the Rethymno Area (Panormo until Kavros), please contact us after completing the booking.

Characteristics of the bus

• Number of passengers: 47

• Restroom

• Accessible to strollers

Included Services

• Guide

Not Included

• Boat ticket (€34 per person to be paid on site in cash)

• Food from the bistro restaurant

Bring Along

• Sunscreen, sunglasses and hat

• Swimsuit

• Towel

• Cash and card

• Comfortable shoes and clothes

• Camera

• Jacket

• Food and drinks

Good to Know

• Suitable for children of all ages, pregnant women and the elderly

• Accessible to strollers

• Not accessible to wheelchairs

• Pets allowed upon request (need to be in a pet box, if they can be brought along)

• Infants (0-3 y.) must sit with their parents on the bus and will not have their own seats