Samaria Gorge Hike: Full-day Samaria Gorge Hiking Tour from ChaniaHiking and Trekking

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Samaria Gorge Hike: Full-day Samaria Gorge Hiking Tour from Chania

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About this experience

✔ Health & safety measures apply
✔ No booking fees

DURATION: 12 hours (approx.)
STARTING TIME: 5.00 am
MEETING POINT: At your hotel or other designated pick-up points
LANGUAGES: English, German & Greek
OPEN SEASONS: May to October
WHO CAN COME: This Samaria Gorge hike is suitable for travelers with some hiking experience and able to hike a long distance. Not recommended for people with back problems and & pregnant women

Overview

Enjoy a full-day Samaria Gorge hike from Chania through one of the longest and most famous gorges in Europe. Marvel at natural wonders, from the impressive White Mountains to thousand-year-old forests and more. At the end of your hike enjoy some relaxing time at the seaside village of Agia Roumeli and swim in the crystal clear waters of the Libyan Sea.

◾ Experience a challenging hike in Samaria Gorge, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
◾ Admire the stunning natural beauty on the drive to the White Mountains
◾ Visit the village of Agia Roumeli and swim in the pristine waters of the Libyan Sea

About this experience

✔ Health & safety measures apply
✔ No booking fees

DURATION: 12 hours (approx.)
STARTING TIME: 5.00 am
MEETING POINT: At your hotel or other designated pick-up points
LANGUAGES: English, German & Greek
OPEN SEASONS: May to October
WHO CAN COME: This Samaria Gorge hike is suitable for travelers with some hiking experience and able to hike a long distance. Not recommended for people with back problems and & pregnant women

Description - What to expect

Start your full-day Samaria Gorge hike with a pick-up from your hotel or designated meeting point and head toward the White Mountains range to enjoy a unique hiking experience in the longest gorge in Europe.

Your Samaria Gorge hiking tour will lead you over rocks and stones, through a forest of thousand-year-old trees, along a river, and by freshwater springs. Take in spectacular views of Crete’s most beautiful mountain range and see wild goats roaming on the slopes.

At the end of your hiking route, visit the picturesque village of Agia Roumeli which boasts numerous taverns and shops to enjoy your well-deserved lunch and drinks. Late in the afternoon, after a refreshing swim in the Libyan Sea, board your boat for the trip from Agia Roumeli to Sfakia, where a bus will be waiting to transfer you back to Chania where your full-day Samaria Gorge hike will come to an end.

Free Cancellation

Change of plans? We have you covered! Free cancellation is available for this Samaria Gorge hike for up to 48 hours prior to departure

What's included, what's not

✔ Pick-up/drop off from hotels and designated meeting points
✔ Bus ticket
✔ English and German-speaking tour leader
✖ Food and drinks
✖ Entrance fee to Samaria (€ 5)
✖ Boat ticket (€ 11)

About the area

Samaria Gorge, is one of the longest gorges in Europe, stretching for approximately 16 kilometers (10 miles). It is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, towering limestone cliffs, and diverse flora and fauna.

The hike through the gorge is a challenging and rewarding experience, taking you from the village of Xyloskalo to the coastal village of Agia Roumeli. Along the way, you'll encounter points of interest like the abandoned village of Samaria and narrow passages known as the "Iron Gates."

The hike typically takes 6-8 hours and is open from May to October. Samaria Gorge offers a unique opportunity to explore the wilderness and immerse yourself in Crete's breathtaking landscapes.

Good to know

◾ At the time of booking please mention your hotel name and location. You will be notified by email about the pickup point and time
◾ Pickup begins up to 90 minutes before the tour starts and is done from central meeting points near the hotels

Health and safety

✔ Provider complies with local legislation and applicable health recommendations with regard to Covid-19 prevention measures

Description - What to expect

Start your full-day Samaria Gorge hike with a pick-up from your hotel or designated meeting point and head toward the White Mountains range to enjoy a unique hiking experience in the longest gorge in Europe. Your Samaria Gorge hiking tour will lead you over rocks and stones, through a forest of thousand-year-old trees, along a river, and by freshwater springs. Take in spectacular views of Crete’s most beautiful mountain range and see wild goats roaming on the slopes.

At the end of your hiking route, visit the picturesque village of Agia Roumeli which boasts numerous taverns and shops to enjoy your well-deserved lunch and drinks. Late in the afternoon, after a refreshing swim in the Libyan Sea, board your boat for the trip from Agia Roumeli to Sfakia, where a bus will be waiting to transfer you back to Chania where your full-day Samaria Gorge hike will come to an end.

Latest reviews

  • Bries
  • Jul 7, 2021
  • Everything was wonderfull ! Great time and I recommand your company !

  • Michelle
  • A truly wonderful experience! All went smoothly and according to plan! Crete is a fantastic place to be. Thank you Platanos for all your support