Why choose this Crete tour ?

This cruise has everything – great scenery, beach time and a helping of medieval history. Everything starts at Kastelli on Crete’s northwest coast, where a boat awaits to carry you across Kissamos bay to the Gramvousa peninsula and isles. And to round off the trip, you’ll spend a few hours at the beautiful Balos lagoon.

You’ll sail past steep cliffs and caves before docking at Imeri Gramvousa isle – ‘Imeri’ means ‘Tame’. Once a pirate hideout, this massive chunk of rock is crowned by a half-ruined Venetian fort. Here, you can stay sunbathing on deck, take a swim or trek up to the castle to drink in the views.

Next, your boat will make its way back to Tigani on the peninsula. Lapped by the fluorescent turquoise waters of the Balos lagoon, it’s a beach that looks like something from the Caribbean. Laze on the white sands, take snaps of the views or splash about in the warm water – it’s really shallow and stays knee-deep for a long way out.



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What makes Gramvousa Islands Boat Cruise a unique experience ?

Everything starts at Kastelli on Crete’s northwest coast, where a boat awaits to carry you across Kissamos bay to the Gramvousa peninsula and isles.

Once a pirate hideout, this massive chunk of rock is crowned by a half-ruined Venetian fort. Here, you can stay sunbathing on deck, take a swim or trek up to the castle to drink in the views.

Next, your boat will make its way back to Tigani on the peninsula. Lapped by the fluorescent turquoise waters of the Balos lagoon, it’s a beach that looks like something from the Caribbean.

And to round off the trip, you’ll spend a few hours at the beautiful Balos lagoon. Laze on the white sands, take snaps of the views or splash about in the warm water.

Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please be at the port of Kissamos at least one hour prior to departure
  • Depending on the day of the week, the boat departs either at 10:30 or at 10:40
  • Bring bathing gear, towel, a hat and sunblock
  • This is a very popular and in-demand activity. Expect higher levels of attendance during July and August
  • Please note, depending on location of your hotel, the transfer times on this tour could be up to 2.5 hours


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Gramvousa Islands Boat Cruise Inclusions:

Included with Your Ticket

  • Entrance Fees
  • Boat trip

Not Included

  • Lunch & drinks
  • Transportation

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  • This Tour is Provided by Destination Services Greece.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Athens.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.