A piece of paradise on earth. Visit two of the most beautiful beaches in Crete with a relaxing cruise to the northwestern part of the island.
Once the pick-up is complete, your day trip starts. On the way, while gazing into the diverse landscape of Crete, you get plenty of useful information about the island, its traditions, and history from your escorting guide. Your destination is the northwestern Crete and the beautiful sea shores of Gramvousa and Balos.
Your first stop is the port of Kissamos, from where we catch our boat to Gramvousa. On the way, you have the chance to admire a great geological phenomenon: Crete’s western side is rising while the eastern side is sinking. The result is the visible coastline that reveals this geological effect.
After a 1-hour trip, you arrive at Gramvousa, also known as the “Pirate Island”. It is an uninhabited piece of paradise, mostly popular for its mesmerizing beach. Besides relaxing and swimming in the crystal clear waters, you can also enjoy a 20-minute walk up to the highest point of the island where a Venetian fortress built in 1579 is situated. The climb rewards you with a 360° view of the area.
Back on the boat, as we continue our cruise to our next destination, you can further relax with lunch or some drinks.
As we arrive at the lagoon of Balos, feel free to get captivated by its intense beauty. One of the most photographed places in Crete, Balos will remind you of a modern paradise. You will have plenty of time to enjoy its shallow turquoise water or walk around and explore this piece of exotic beauty protected by the NATURA 2000 networking program.
Highlights
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At the time of booking please provide your hotel name and location. You will be notified by email about the exact pick-up details
Pickup and return from meeting point close to your hotel.
Pickup time and details will be send to your email within 24 hours after your booking.
Cancel up to 30 days before your departure date you get a full refund
Cancel up to 15 days before your departure date you get a 50% refund
Explore Lasithi Plateau
Visit Dictean Cave
Arrive at Tzermiado, the capital of the villages in the plateau where we will have a chance to relax
Visiting a small olive oil factory that is located in the village of Avdou
Walk through the historic center of Rethymno and spot popular sights
Enjoy the turquoise blue waters and fresh air at the scenic Lake Kournas
Rent a pedal boat at Lake Kournas and keep an eye out for local turtles
The bus takes us to Omalos Plateau. There you can buy supplies from the local market
The walk begins from Xiloskalo
Halfway through the gorge, we arrive at the abandoned village of Santa Maria
After we exit the canyon, we arrive at the small village of Agia Roumeli where you have time to have lunch, swim or relax
Excellent Tour! Recomended
