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Balos Beach and Gramvousa island shared group Sailing Cruise

4.711 reviewsDay trips

  • 8 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 2 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Set sail on Boat STELLA for an unforgettable journey across the sparkling waters of the Aegean Sea with a shared group program cruise to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island. Departing from Kissamos Port, this sailing adventure offers the perfect blend of relaxation, exploration, and authentic Cretan flavors. Move to the hot spots at the Lagoon of Balos and Gramvousa Island when it is less crowded and avoid the big ferries. Explore the magic world of sailing with the help of an experienced crew. Swimming in privacy around the boat and not at the crowd beach As you bask in the serenity of this paradise, indulge in the Magic Gastronomic of Simplicity in a delicious traditional Cretan lunch freshly prepared onboard keep your staff and change your dressing at inside cabins out side sitting area well protected with tents and spray hood.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Soda/Pop
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Restroom on board

Itinerary

  1. We start the sailing trip from the Kissamos Port. We set up the sails and if we found wind you can feel the freedom during you sail with the power of the wind. On the way you can see the peninsula Gramvousa and the caves and near the cape you see the dramatic steep cliffs. When we pass the Cape we turn to the south and then present the Gramvousa Island and after the Lagoon of Balos.

    1.5 h

  2. At Gramvousa Island we anchor and it is the time for the first swimming. During our staying at Gramvousa Island we have time to snorkeling and swimming, to Visit the Castle of Gramvousa Island and enjoying a fresh completed meal cooked on board.

    2 h

  3. At the top of a steep rock you can visit the Castle of Gramvousa Island and enjoying spectacular views. This Castle was build from Venetians and finished by Arabians. From This Castle began on 1825 the successful revolution of the Cretan people when they push out the Turkish.

    1 h

  4. The Lagoon of Balos it is voted many times in the top beaches in the world. Walk to the crystal shallows water and enjoy the nature beauty of the pink sandy beach.

    2 h

  5. It is time to return back to Kissamos port. On the way back we can see the dramatic steep kliffs of the west side of the peninsula Gramvousa and the clear blue water.

    1.5 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Meeting point
Meeting point at the south dock of Kissamos Port in front of the boat. At the south dock you can see a small lift and our boat is just next to the lift. You can park your car in front of the boat too. 50m away from the boat is the floating Cactus Cafe Bar
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 8 travellers
Operated by
Falasarna Sailing
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • not recommended for people with mobility problems

How it compares in Greece, outside the cities

  • Its from-price is 26% above the median of the 313 day trips we list in Greece, outside the cities.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 75 of 313.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

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