
Balos & Gramvousa Private Half-Day Boat Tour from Chania
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Private tour
Highlights
Set sail from Chania’s Venetian Harbor on a private boat trip to Balos and Gramvousa, two of Crete’s most iconic destinations. Enjoy a smooth and comfortable journey along the northwest coast, avoiding the long drive and hike required to reach Balos by land. Swim in the turquoise waters of Balos Lagoon, relax on its white and pink-tinted shores, and admire the protected natural landscape. Then continue to Gramvousa Island, where you can swim, snorkel, relax on the beach or hike to the Venetian fortress for panoramic sea views. Designed for private groups, this 5-hour experience combines comfort, natural beauty and history in one unforgettable day at sea. The tour includes a skipper, sandwich, soft drinks, wine, beer and water, making it an easy and relaxing way to discover Balos and Gramvousa from Chania.
Inclusions
What's included
- Fuels
- Soda/Pop
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Skipper
Itinerary
Balos, nestled on the northwest coast of Crete, Greece, is a breathtaking lagoon renowned for its crystal-clear turquoise waters and distinctive white sand and seashell formations. Offering panoramic vistas of the surrounding cliffs and islands, Balos is a popular spot for day trips and relaxation, although it can become crowded during peak tourist seasons. Balos is considered one of Crete's jewels and a natural wonder of Greece's biggest island.
As our boat effortlessly glides through the sea, we approach Gramvousa, famed for its Venetian fortress perched atop a rocky hill. Accessible only by boat, Gramvousa provides awe-inspiring views of the sea and the surrounding landscape. Renowned for its pristine beaches and rich history, it’s a sought-after destination for day trips and exploration.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Akti Enoseos, Chania Old Port. The travelers will meet the client at the sailing club before beginning the tour by boarding the nearby boat.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Discovering the sea
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The remaining time on the total tour duration will be spent to the travel time between places/attractions
- The tour is not wheelchair accessible.
- Not recommended for babies.
How it compares in Greece, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 561% above the median of the 313 day trips we list in Greece, outside the cities.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
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