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Pirate Castle & Balos Lagoon: Crete's Hidden Gems
4.3
8 Ratings
Gramvousa
Explore the pirate castle of Gramvousa and the ancient shipyard of Tersanas, swim in the refreshingly cool, waters of Balos & Gramvousa beach (2 swim stops!) and walk in the romantic lagoon of Balos, a shallow and warm water lagoon and one of Crete’s loveliest spots.
Explore the pirate castle of Gramvousa and the ancient shipyard of Tersanas, swim in the refreshingly cool, waters of Balos & Gramvousa beach (2 swim stops!) and walk in the romantic lagoon of Balos, a shallow and warm water lagoon and one of Crete’s loveliest spots.
Duration:
17 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Gramvousa Beach - The journey begins at Gramvousa, also known as the “pirates’ island.” This location hosts over 100 bird species and 400 plant species, making it a vital natural habitat in the Eastern Mediterranean. Visitors can explore the renowned Venetian fortress of Gramvousa, constructed in 1579, which majestically sits atop a rock. Climbing…
- Gramvousa Beach - The journey begins at Gramvousa, also known as the “pirates’ island.” This location hosts over 100 bird species and 400 plant species, making it a vital natural habitat in the Eastern Mediterranean. Visitors can explore the renowned Venetian fortress of Gramvousa, constructed in 1579, which majestically sits atop a rock. Climbing to the summit offers a breathtaking view. After discovering the area, guests can swim in the pristine waters of the stunning beach or enjoy a meal on the boat.
- Balos Lagoon - In the early afternoon, the adventure continues to Balos Lagoon, one of Greece’s most spectacular sites. Its awe-inspiring beauty is often likened to the exotic beaches of the Caribbean. Visitors will have approximately 3 hours to unwind and relish this paradise—an unforgettable experience!
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick-up and drop-off service from designated pick-up points
- Professional Guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick-up and drop-off service from designated pick-up points
- Professional Guide
What's Not Included
- Admission fees
- Round-trip boat tickets
- Admission fees
- Round-trip boat tickets
Location
Gramvousa Beach
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(8 Ratings)
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Erika
Jul 11, 2019
Breathtaking beaches - Balos beach and Gramvousa Island was beautiful, the organizer was excellent, overall it was a super day.
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Eneli
Jul 6, 2019
Great price/value - Went with Grandma and toddler, it was nice to have the everything organized and the guide gave good information
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Diana_t
Sep 3, 2019
Beautiful nature - The visit is worth it. Both Balos and Gramvousa have beautiful crystal clear water , on Gramvousa you can go up the mountain and get to see the beautiful view. But the visit was very bad organized. We travelled on a full bus beacause people that were visiting elafonissi were in same bus. Since it is a long trip, we should be less people in the bus , so we can be more comfortable. The guide was a little bit lost , she wasn't very well organized.
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