The ship departs everyday from the port of Kissamos for Gramvousa and Balos lagoon. STEP 1: Buy fast and smoothly your Ticket here! Departures: 10.25 – return to the port at 17:30. First stopp at Balos then Gramvousa. 10.40 – return to the port at 17:45. First stopp at Balos then Gramvousa. 10:55 – return to the port at 18:00. First stop at Gramvousa then Balos. STEP 2 : GET YOUR BOARDING PASS AT THE OFFICE IN KISSAMOS HARBOR SHOW YOUR VOUCHER FROM DESTINATION PLATANIAS TO THE OFFICE OF CRETAN DAILY CRUISES. Please be at port at leats 40 minutes prior departure! Location: Port of Kissamos STEP 3: GO ON BOARD THE CRUISE / FERRY - ENJOY THE DAY! Attention: The timetable changes according the season. TICKET PRICES without meals Passengers up to 2 years old travel for free. Passengers between the age of 3 and 12 pay 24€. Passengers over 13 years old pay 40€. The above-mentioned prices (no meals) include VAT, all legal charges and a written guided tour in several languages. GOOD TO KNOW In Gramvousa and Balos, you may return to the ship at any time, but make sure you are back at least 10 minutes before departure. Details of your trip The ferry leaves from the port of Kissamos and sails in the bay for an hour, after a while you will see a large cave known to be an ancient shipyard. At the end of the bay you will see an impressive geological phenomenon, over time Crete’s west side is rising and the eastern side is sinking. This is happening because of the movement of the African tectonic plate under the Eurasian plate. You can see the ancient coastline along the rocky shore.The self-service bar stays open throughout the whole cruise, offering light meals, salads, soft drinks, coffee, ice creams and more. Gramvousa - The island of Pirates The highest point of the island is 137 meters, here you find the famous castle of Gramvousa that was built by the Venetians in 1579. The castle played a huge role in the history of the area because of the panoramic view and the legends about a hidden pirate treasure. You need to hike up for about 20 min to reach the top. Please remember to wear good comfortable shoes. You can also have a swim near the chapel of Agioi Apostoli or you can choose to stay on the ship. Another fun fact is that Gramvousa island has three plants that havent been found anywhere else on earth. The break in Gramvousa will be approximately 2 hours. The trip from Gramvousa island to Balos is about 15 min. Balos Lagoon Balos is mentioned as one of the best beaches in Europe. A beautiful exotic beach with warm turquoise water. It’s a true beauty! You will enter to the beach walking by a folded bridge from the ferry. The ferry will stay at the Balos beach almost 3 hours. You may also stay in the ferry and enjoy sunbathing if you wish. There is a self-catering restaurant in the ferry you can buy food or beverages at any time. The facilities on ferry accepts only credit cards, no cash!
