GRAMVOUSA and BALOS, boat included!
Overview
Starting early, heading west, we reach the port of Kissamos. Here we take our boat for approximately a 1 hour pleasant sail along the coastline. Arriving in the port of the ex-pirate island of Gramvousa we hear how, during the Turkish occupation, the residents of the island started looting passing boats thus giving the island its pirate reputation. Don’t miss out on a visit to the Venetian castle on top of a steep rock as this is one of the most impressive castles in Greece.
There is plenty of time for swimming or lunch on board. Our boat then departs for the Blue Lagoon of Balos, a shallow and warm water lagoon which brings to mind similar lagoons in the Caribbean. You will be disembarked at a distance of 50 meters from the shore according to the Law , as there will be no approach pier. Balos is one of the most beautiful beaches in the whole world. Enjoy a fantastic swim and relax for approximately 3 hours before boarding for the return sail. An experience to remember a lifetime !
What's Included
- ENGLISH=tue & fri, GERMAN=tue & fri, FRENCH=tue & fri, POLISH=tue & fri
- Escort on coach and boat
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Boat tickets !
- Pick up / drop off (Malia till Amoudara-Gazi)
- Umbrellas and Sunbeds
- Environmental fee to Gramvousa-Balos: 1 € pp to pay on the day on the coach to your escort.
- OPTION Lunch = warm buffet and water (10€) to pay on the coach at your guide
Meeting and Pickup
GENERAL: Area Malia: +/- 5.30 am Area Stalida/Stalis: +/- 5.50 am Area Chersonissos: +/- 5.55 am Area Anissaras: +/- 6.15 am Area Analipsi: +/- 6.25 am Area Gouves: +/- 6.30 am Area Gournes: +/- 6.40 am Area Kokini Chani: +/- 6.40 am Area Karteros: +/- 6.45 am Area Heraklion: +/- 6.50 am Area Amoudara(Gazi): +/- 7.00 amHOTELS: See the list. If your hotel is NOT in the list, there is a pick up place NEARBY.TIME: Between 5.25 am - 7.00 am
What To Expect
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Chania Town (pass by)
Kissamos
5 hours Admission Ticket Free
Gramvousa
2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Balos Lagoon
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Travel time is added on the time duration. Keep in mind that the way to the boat, and back, is a LONG drive!
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- ENGLISH=tue & fri, GERMAN=tue & fri, FRENCH=tue & fri, POLISH=tue & fri.
- Escort on coach and boat.
- Transport by air-conditioned coach.
- Boat tickets !.
- Pick up / drop off (Malia till Amoudara-Gazi).
- Umbrellas and Sunbeds.
- Environmental fee to Gramvousa-Balos: 1 € pp to pay on the day on the coach to your escort.
- OPTION Lunch = warm buffet and water (10€) to pay on the coach at your guide.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the GRAMVOUSA and BALOS, boat included! is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for GRAMVOUSA and BALOS, boat included! will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- ENGLISH=tue & fri, GERMAN=tue & fri, FRENCH=tue & fri, POLISH=tue & fri
- Escort on coach and boat
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Boat tickets !
- Pick up / drop off (Malia till Amoudara-Gazi)
- Umbrellas and Sunbeds
- Environmental fee to Gramvousa-Balos: 1 € pp to pay on the day on the coach to your escort.
- OPTION Lunch = warm buffet and water (10€) to pay on the coach at your guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Travel time is added on the time duration. Keep in mind that the way to the boat, and back, is a LONG drive!
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
