Greece · Beach & Island

8-Hour Balos Lagoon Tour from Chania with Gramvoussa Island

8 Hours Round trip from Kissamos 734 00 Easy pace
Ferry to Balos Lake
Gramvoussa Island
Balos beach
Overivew of Balos Lagoon
Balos Lagoon
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The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the ethereal Balos Lagoon, one of Crete's most popular natural attractions
  • 02 Take a ferry from Kissamos to Gramvoussa Island
  • 03 Explore Gramvoussa's imposing Venetian castle and its breathtaking views
  • 04 Admire the turquoise waters and white sandy beach of Balos Lagoon
  • 05 Experience Balos early in the day before more visitors arrive

Enjoy the beauty of the ethereal Balos Lagoon, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Crete, Greece, on this 8-hour journey from Chania. Travel to Kissamos and take a ferry to the small island of Gramvoussa, home to a stunning Venetian castle and breathtaking views. Opposite Gramvoussa, discover Balos Lagoon with its turquoise waters, white sandy beach, and exotic natural beauty. Visiting early in the morning offers the best chance to experience this irresistible paradise before more tourists arrive.

Marvel at the fabulous clear waters of the lagoon and the white sandy beach of Balos.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Chania
Languages English, German, Greek

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Gramvoussa Island and Balos Lagoon Escape

  • Meet your guide at an agreed-upon place in Chania.

  • Drive west through the outskirts of Chania and arrive at Kissamos, where boats depart for the island of Gramvoussa and Balos Lagoon.

  • Enjoy a ferry ride from the port of Kasteli Kissamos to the small island of Gramvoussa, known for its imposing Venetian castle and breathtaking views. In the fortress area, there are two large domed reservoirs that collect rainwater from the paved streets. Opposite the island of Gramvoussa lies the wonderful beach of Balos.

  • Marvel at the fabulous clear waters of the lagoon and the white sandy beach of Balos. It is an irresistible paradise for all guests. The perfect time to visit Balos is early in the morning, before more tourists from Kissamos arrive.

Get dropped off at your accommodation, thus concluding the tour.

Balos Lagoon, Gramvoussa, Kissamos

Where this trip takes you

Balos Lagoon, Gramvoussa, Kissamos

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kissamos 734 00 1 city · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Flexible pick-up and drop-off

  • German-, Greek-, or English-speaking driver

  • A bottle of water for each passenger in the vehicle

  • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle

  • Liability insurance certified services ISO:9001

  • All taxes

What's Not Included

  • Boat: 27€ per person (from Kasteli Port to Balos Lake and return journey)

  • Ecological fee: 1€

  • Food and drinks

  • Personal expenditure

  • Gratuities and tips

Know before you go

  • Child seats are available if requested.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Chania, Greece
Tour start
Kissamos 734 00, Greece
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Kissamos 734 00.

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