Full Day Tour Samaria Gorge From Chania
Why we love it?
The Full Day Tour Samaria Gorge from Chania offers an immersive experience into one of Greece's most stunning natural landscapes. Spanning 14 hours, this tour is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers, providing an opportunity to hike through the dramatic Samaria Gorge, known for its breathtaking scenery and diverse flora and fauna. Participants will benefit from the knowledge of a local guide who enhances the experience with insights into the area's history and ecology. The tour includes convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, as well as transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, making it both accessible and comfortable.
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions
- Boat Tickets 15 euro
- Gorge entrance 10 euro
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Step 1
No holiday in Crete is complete without a trip through the 2
nd longest gorge in Europe, the Gorge of Samaria. It is the longest and most imposing ravine in the Mediterranean. It is 16.5 kilometers in length from the position of Xyloskalo and terminates at Agia Roumeli in the Libyan Sea. We will arrive around 7 o’clock in the morning and after a short break you will start walking. Descending the 600 wooden steps you will be intrigued by the beauty and serenity of this massive gorge which is shadowed by the White Mountains.
You will come across the church of St. Nicolas, built on the ruins of an ancient temple. Afterwards you will reach “Portes” or “Iron Gates”, the narrowest pass of the gorge. The hike ends at Agia Roumeli.
Note: the remaining hour is for transportation
Please Note
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infant seats unavailable
- REMEMBER TO BRING!
- → Sun Cream (a lot!), Sunglasses and Hat →Long-Sleeved Shirt for Sensitive skin → A light jumper for the morning
- → Good Hiking Shoes →Bottle of Water & Light Snack (fruits etc.) →Swim Suit and a Beach Towel!
- You will receive the voucher with all details (pick up point, pick up time) one day before the tour takes place.
Know Before You Go
- Infants must sit on laps
