Excursión privada de un día a Balos Lagoon & Falassarna Beach





Descripción
Este tour de 8 horas está diseñado para aquellos que quieren evitar los horarios fijos y las multitudes masivas de los barcos ferry. Al elegir la ruta por tierra, obtiene acceso a las impresionantes vistas panorámicas de la laguna de Balos que los pasajeros del barco nunca llegan a ver. ¿Por qué esta gira? A diferencia de las excursiones en autobús o transbordadores en grupo, esta experiencia privada es 100% personalizable. Usted elige cuándo salir, cuánto tiempo permanecer en cada playa, qué ver y dónde comer. Con un conductor local profesional y un vehículo premium, experimentarás el lado salvaje de Creta sin sacrificar la comodidad.
Opciones de la excursión
Itinerario
Evite las multitudes del ferry y llegar a Balos en sus propios términos. Navegamos por el accidentado sendero todoterreno de la península de Gramvousa en nuestro vehículo premium, que te lleva al famoso mirador para las fotos panorámicas más icónicas de Creta. Después de una corta caminata hacia abajo, encontrará el icónico mirador de la laguna, si lo desea, puede continuar la caminata hasta la playa y explorar las aguas poco profundas turquesas y las raras arenas rosas de la laguna. Esta es la mejor manera de experimentar Balos con 100% de privacidad y flexibilidad.
Después de su caminata de regreso de la laguna, hacemos una pausa para un almuerzo opcional en el famoso restaurante "Gramvousa", famoso por sus recetas tradicionales. ¿Te sientes más nadador que amante de la comida? Esta parada es totalmente flexible. Podemos saltarnos la comida para ampliar su tiempo en las playas o descubrir lugares ocultos del interior. Tu conductor ajusta el horario a tu estado de ánimo y ritmo.
Concluya su viaje de 8 horas en la vasta y galardonada costa de Falassarna. Ya sea que desee sumergirse en las aguas cristalinas, disfrutar de un cóctel de alta gama en un elegante bar de playa o saborear un almuerzo tardío si se lo saltó antes, Falassarna ofrece el ambiente relajado perfecto. Es el lugar perfecto para tomar el sol mediterráneo antes de nuestro cómodo viaje de regreso.
Lo más destacado
Qué incluye
Lugares y horarios de recogida
Recogida de la región de La Canea está incluido de forma gratuita. Recogida de Rethymno y Heraklion regiones disponibles por un costo adicional.
Valoraciones de viajeros
Información importante
- Hay opciones de transporte público disponibles en las cercanías
- Hay asientos o sillas infantiles disponibles
- Adecuado para todos los niveles de aptitud física
Opiniones(97)
Guides and support were very friendly, interesting, helpful, and punctual.
Can't say enough about the service and warmth we experienced. So flexible with us as our party change number several times in our plans required some twist and turns! we had a wonderful day and we are so grateful to have chosen your expertise and service.
Our family had an incredible day visiting Balos Lagoon and Falassarna Beach. From the moment we were picked up, everything was first class. Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the day feel relaxed while ensuring we got the most out of every stop. He shared great local insights, helped us avoid the busiest times, and never made us feel rushed. Balos Lagoon is every bit as stunning as the photos, and having someone who knew the best viewpoints and timing made the experience even better. Falassarna Beach was the perfect place to relax and enjoy one of the most beautiful beaches we've ever visited. The vehicle was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, and communication before the tour was excellent. Everything was organized perfectly from start to finish. If you're looking for a private tour in Crete, I highly recommend this company. It was one of the highlights of our trip to Greece, and we wouldn't hesitate to book with them again. Thank you for such a memorable experience, we hope to see you again on our next visit to Crete!
I absolutely loved the excursion, especially thanks to our guides, Jordan and Sakis. They were incredibly kind and knowledgeable, and they explained every place we visited in great detail. They also gave us excellent recommendations and constantly adapted the tour to our preferences. They made us feel very welcome and happy throughout the whole experience. I highly recommend this excursion, especially because of the wonderful guides.
Dear Claudia, Thank you so much for this lovely review. We're delighted that Jordan and Sakis made such an impression with their kindness and knowledge, and that they took the time to explain each place in detail while adapting the day to your preferences. Making guests feel welcome and cared for is exactly what we hope for on every tour. Thank you for recommending this excursion, and for your kind words about our guides. We hope to welcome you back to Crete soon. Warm regards, Leonidas Crete Wanderer
We took the Balos Lagoon tour, and we honestly couldn't have had a better experience. From the very beginning, Sakis and Jordan were punctual for our pick-up and made us feel comfortable right away. Throughout the drive to the different places we visited, they gave us fascinating explanations about the history, culture, traditions, and many interesting facts about Crete. Thanks to their knowledge and the passion with which they shared it, we were able to understand the island much better and appreciate every stop even more. They adapted to our preferences and pace throughout the day, making the tour feel completely personalized. They also took us to a wonderful traditional taverna, where we enjoyed one of the best meals of our entire trip to Crete. Beyond being excellent guides, Sakis and Jordan are two genuinely kind, friendly, and warm people. They made this tour an unforgettable experience and one of the highlights of our holiday. It was a real pleasure not only to have them as our guides but also to get to know them as people. We highly recommend this tour to everyone. If you want to discover the authentic side of Crete with guides who truly love their island and genuinely care about giving you an amazing experience, don't hesitate to book with them. Thank you so much, Sakis and Jordan, for making this such a perfect day! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Dear Diana, Thank you again for such generous words, this time about your day at Balos Lagoon. We're so glad that Sakis and Jordan made you feel comfortable right from pick-up, and that their explanations along the way helped you appreciate Crete's history and traditions even more. It's lovely that the tour felt personalized to your pace, and that the traditional taverna they chose turned out to be one of the best meals of your trip. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us twice, it truly means a lot. We hope to welcome you back to Crete again soon. Warm regards, Leonidas Crete Wanderer
We had a great tour guide that was attentive and patient to what we wanted to do! This excursion was a must do!!
Dear Guest, Thank you for this great review. We're so pleased that your guide was attentive and patient in shaping the day around what you and your group wanted to see. Balos Lagoon and Falassarna Beach are truly special spots on the island, and we're glad the excursion lived up to being a must-do. Thank you for choosing Crete Wanderer, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon. Warm regards, Leonidas Crete Wanderer
We arrived in port and were immediately greeted by Savos - our driver for the afternoon. We only had six hours so we decided to head directly to Balos first. We were so glad he was the one driving! He expertly navigated the tricky road to Balos. After enjoying the breath taking views we headed to our next stop - the beautiful Fallasarna beach where we relaxed the rest of the afternoon. Savos delivered us back at port exactly on time! A wonderful afternoon in Crete!
Dear Megan, Thank you for your thoughtful review. We’re very pleased to hear your short time in Crete was used so effectively and that the day unfolded smoothly from port pickup to your return. The route to Balos and onward to Falassarna is one of the most rewarding combinations on the island when time is limited, and it’s great to know the pacing allowed you to fully enjoy both locations without feeling rushed. Sakis will be especially glad to hear your appreciation for his driving and timing. On a tight schedule, precision matters just as much as the experience itself, and we’re happy everything aligned perfectly for your return to port. We would be delighted to welcome you again on a future visit to Crete for another curated day at a more relaxed pace. Warm regards, Leonidas Crete Wanderer
If you want a friendly and knowledgeable guide for the day, I highly recommend Leonidas. He is an excellent driver and knows a lot about Crete’s history and all of the great local places to visit. 5/5 will absolutely book with him again. Top notch!
Dear Kevin, Thank you for your generous words and for taking the time to share your experience. It’s always rewarding to hear that the day felt both smooth and enriching, and that the balance between cultural depth, local insight, and comfortable travel worked well for you. Crete has a way of revealing more when the journey is unhurried and personally tailored, and I’m glad that approach resonated with you. I truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back whenever you’re ready for another day exploring the island in the same spirit. Warm regards, Leonidas Crete Wanderer
On time, knowledgeable, nice vehicle, personable, and great English. Leonidas is an excellent driver, knows a lot about Crete’s history and the best local places to dine and visit.
Dear Kevin, Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re pleased to hear the day felt smooth and well balanced, and that the combination of comfort, local knowledge, and clear communication met your expectations. Crete reveals its best side when it’s experienced with someone who can connect the landmarks with the living culture behind them, and we’re glad that came through in your journey. We appreciate your recommendation and would be glad to welcome you again whenever you return for another carefully curated experience on the island. Warm regards, Leonidas Crete Wanderer
Our driver/guide, Sakis, picked us up right on time. Sakis was very friendly and knowledgeable of the area. In addition to the beaches, we stopped at a honey factory, an interesting geologic site, and an old monastery with incredible views of the area and amazing cave sanctuaries. For our hike down to Balos Beach, Sakis, offered us trekking polls which, for us, made the hike much more manageable. Before sending us off for the hike down to the beech, he took us to a viewpoint slightly off the trail, for an amazing view of the Balos beech area! We would have missed that view without him. For our stop at Falassarno, we were dropped-off right at the beech and avoided having to walk down and back up to the parking lot. Sakis, spent extra time with us and provided cold bottled water throughout the day. We would highly recommend this tour.
Thank you for such a thoughtful and detailed review. We are genuinely pleased to hear that your day with Sakis unfolded so smoothly and that his local knowledge and attention to detail elevated the experience. Small touches—like adjusting access points, offering practical support for the hike, and choosing viewpoints away from the obvious route—are exactly what we design these journeys around: comfort, flow, and access to places most visitors would otherwise miss. Balos and Falassarna are remarkable in themselves, but they reveal a very different character when experienced without pressure or crowds, and we’re glad that rhythm came through in your day. Sakis will be especially pleased to know his guidance and care made such a difference. We appreciate you choosing Crete Wanderer and would be delighted to welcome you again for another tailored exploration of the island. Warm regards, Leonidas Crete Wanderer



