Balos - Falasarna
Details
6 - 8 hours
Difficult
2 - 6 persons
Every Tuesday
Small group
08:00 (Depending on your hotel)
Hotels in Rethymno district
Highlights
- Experience the breathtaking view and stunning scenery of Balos lagoon
- Hike between the two most famous shores of Crete
- Enjoy a full panoramic view from all spots of your hike trail
- Swim in Falasarna and Balos beach
- Have a knowledgeable guide assist you through the trail
- Taste Crete in a traditional local restaurant
Every Stop a Unique Experience
A hike from one beach to another
A hike from one beach to another
We start to follow an off-the-road trail for about 1 km which will lead you to a fence. After opening the fence and crossing, we have to make sure you have closed it (otherwise the sheep will start leaving!). You will see in front of you the first blue pole which marks the start of the hike trail. The whole hike is marked by blue poles, blue arrows and blue marks on the rocks ... So we will just follow these blue guides.
After about 20 minutes of walking, we'll stop to catch a breath and look behind; you will see the beautiful Falassarna, with its crystal clear water and the great Prophet Elias (Manna) which overlooks the region.
As you walk, you will see and smell the wild thyme, chamomile, thrimpa, stamnagathi, agroagginara, wild olive trees (many of which are extremely old) and many other herbs and plants - gifts of nature to man!!!
When walking, sometimes up and sometimes down, you will always have a breathtaking view of the islands of Pontikos, Kithira, Antikithira and the Tigani. Fortunately, the relaxing sound of the waves crashing against the cliff will help you free yourself from thoughts. At the end, you will be rewarded with the magnificent view of Grambousa and Balos beach, which will take your breath away and make you forget everything!
We stay there for a swim in the blue lagoon of Balos beach and relax while waiting for the boat to return us to the port of Kissamos.
What’s Included
Hotel pick up and drop off (Only Rethymno district)
English or French speaking guide
Local driver/guide
Transport by air-conditioned car/mini bus
Guidance through the hike trail
Trekking from Falasarna beach to Balos
Swimming in two beautiful shores
Lunch in an amazing local restaurant
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Lots of adventure and laughter! :)
ADULTS | 145 EURO P/P |
CHILDREN (3 - 12) | 50% |
INFANTS (0 - 2) | FREE |