Gramvousa and Balos Lagoon Tour from Heraklion With Food Option
Duration
14 hour(s)
Languages
English
Skip the line
Included
Convenient bus transfer from Heraklion to Kissamos port
Explore stunning Balos Lagoon with turquoise waters daily
Visit Grambousa Island and its scenic landscapes easily
Hop on and off the boat without travel stress
€ 45
€ 41.40
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Enjoy a hassle-free journey from the main areas of Heraklion to Kissamos port with a convenient bus transfer. This group tour allows you to relax as you travel in comfort and reach the port on time for your boat cruise. From there, you can explore the stunning Balos Lagoon and Grambousa Island, famous for their turquoise waters, white sands, and scenic landscapes. After your boat adventure, simply hop back on the bus for a smooth return to your hotel. This organized transfer makes it easy to experience one of Crete’s most beautiful destinations without worrying about navigation, parking, or schedules.
The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off as well as guidance from a local tour guide. Infant seats are available, and all travelers are welcome, but infants must not sit on laps. The tour is not suitable for pets, and it is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. Public transportation is not available nearby, so this private arrangement is ideal for families and groups. Additional fees, such as the boat ticket, food, and a small municipality fee, are not included. One day before your tour, you will receive a voucher with all pickup and tour details, including time and location. Relax and enjoy a memorable day discovering the natural beauty of Balos Lagoon and Grambousa Island with this seamless travel experience.
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Local guide
Group tour
Municipality Fee
Boat Ticket & Food
Gratuities
Swimsuit and towel
Comfortable shoes
Sunscreen and hat
Water bottle
No public transportation nearby
Not wheelchair accessible
All travelers can participate
Voucher with pickup details sent one day before transfer
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Customer Reviews
Ruth
Super nice and affordable cruise. We had a lovely time. An observation I made which really struck me is how efficient the bar service was for the amount of people aboard. We had a fantastic time. Super affordable. The prices aboard were very reasonable. The time spent at each stop was ample. Lots of seating areas in and out of the sun. No sun loungers but comfortable tables. I recommend nabbing a table at the front of the boat. We came mid October so on the way back after being out on stops for a swim it did get a little nippy with the sea breeze so bring a light jacket and some pocket money for the snack bar on board. Super nice crew, clean toilets where you can also get changed.
Andreas
If you want to visit Balos beach i would recommend to take the boat Tour. You also visit the small Island near balos beach and can Take a Tour to the old Castle on top with a phantastic view
Becky
Mixed views. We came for the Kissamos to Gramvousa and Balos route. It’s good if you want an on-time ship that is mostly indoors with chairs, and the option to have a quick meal, snacks, or rent an umbrella. What we didn’t care for and a little more detail on each is below. Size: It fits a few hundred so mid-range for this route. On-time: It was almost exactly on time for each stop, varying by only 1-2 minutes. I liked the promptness but be sure you’re on time or you’ll be left. Seats: There are four seating areas and get there very early if you have a large group or preference. One bench seating area is outdoors: about 1/3 in shade and 2/3 in sun. There are two areas on the ground floor, where windows a little higher - one has larger booths (near snacks) and the other has chairs. There is then a larger indoor seating area upstairs - with tables and chairs plus benches. We arrived 45 minutes before departure and on the boat 35-40 minutes before (after queue) and there was only one table available against the window with seats for two people. Larger groups after (2+) were usually split up across tables. Getting on & off: Not bad. Though queue guessing 5 minutes for ship to offload at stops, via a small metal gangplank/bridge. AC: There is light AC inside. It consistently felt about 1-2 degrees warmer than I’d like but not bad. I would’ve preferred a little fresh air though. Toilets: Adequate but small and hot. They are definitely ship toilets. Food: Decent mix of snacks and mains - though expensive and vegetarian main options are limited. Main options half gone by 13:00 so get yours early. Veg options: Boureki, stuffed tomatoes, pastries like spinach pie. By comparison, 3-4 meat sandwiches, 5-7 other mains, ham pastries. Snacks: Yoghurt, apple, banana, watermelon, biscuits, crisps, pastries, ice cream, and lots of water and other drinks for sale. Note: Bring cash as there are some places without mobile service where they won’t be able to accept cards. Ceiling height: Low, typical for ships. In some places 6 feet, so taller people were ducking. Staircases: Steep if going to the upper level. If a problem stay on ground where embark/disembark from as few (no?) steps. Umbrellas: Available to rent for €7, plus €10 deposit. Not sure needed. Gramvousa has shaded trees if you arrive early. Balos can be so windy it’s hard to raise - requires stacking some nearby rocks along it to hold in place. Safety: No info provided but clear signs for where lifejackets were. Seas: calm waters there, but higher waves and a bit of movement on the way back. Crew passed out bags in case anyone was ill (but don’t think anyone was).
Jo
Great experience, nothing major to complain about apart of really big number of passengers so you sit a bit squeezed. We managed to get seats outside so it was Ok but not everyone was as lucky. There is decent amount of time on both Gramvousa and Balos, the boat leaves on time- they don’t wait for anyone which is fair. There’s drinks and food on board, but better to take some cash in case there is no signal for card payment.
Mothusi
Great tour! My family took a tour for Balos beach and Gramvousa. Ferry is clean(even in the toilet). Tour is well organised. They are punctual! Staffs are friendly. The price of drinks in ferry bar is reasonable or cheap! But foods are pricey like other vessels and ferries. So preparing your lunch and snacks is recommended. They gave enough time to see beach and castle. From 10:40-17:40. Quiet long journey. I just wonder why they all wastes souvenir made by pictures of customer even only few but them.