Full Day Hiking Tour to the famous Samaria Gorge of Crete

Overview

Join a guided 16 km hike through the Samaria Gorge, Europe’s longest limestone gorge.
Explore Crete’s stunning landscapes from the White Mountains down to the Libyan Sea.
Your private tour starts early from Chania, passing scenic villages before reaching the Omalos plateau.
Hike at a comfortable pace with an expert guide, enjoy a swim at Agia Roumeli, and savor a traditional lunch at a local taverna.
After a ferry to Sfakia, you’ll return to Chania in the evening.
Experience one of Crete’s most iconic natural adventures on this unforgettable hike.

Tour Info

  • Departing from: CHANIA
  • Departure: 07:00am
  • Return: 20:00
  • Duration: Full Day
  • Cities: chania - samaria gorge

What's Included

  • English speaking hiking guide
  • Entrance tickets to the gorge
  • Private transportation with driver
  • Boat ticket from Agia Roumeli to Sfakia

What's Not Included

  • Lunch

Itinerary

Day 1 The Samaria Gorge at its best

Experience a guided 16 km hike through the Samaria Gorge, the longest and most impressive limestone gorge in Europe. This natural wonder is one of Crete’s many spectacular gorges, stretching from the White Mountains down to the Libyan Sea.

We depart early in the morning from Chania, passing through several picturesque villages before reaching the Omalos plateau. The hike lasts approximately 6 hours, taking you through breathtaking, ever-changing landscapes down to Agia Roumeli, a charming village on the south coast accessible only by boat.

On this private tour, you’ll enjoy a slower pace with the guidance of a specialized hiking expert. At the base of the gorge, you can take a refreshing swim and savor a traditional rustic lunch at a local taverna. Afterward, a ferry ride takes you to the nearby port of Sfakia, where you’ll be transferred back to your hotel in Chania late in the evening.

Discover the beauty, history, and natural majesty of the Samaria Gorge on this unforgettable adventure in Crete.

Time:07:00
Drive from Chania to Omalos Plateau
Time:08:30
Hike of Samaria Gorge (6hrs)
Time:14:30
Beach and lunch time in Agia Roumeli
Time:17:30
Ferry ride to Sfakia
Time:18:30
Drive back to Chania
Time:20:00
Return to the hotel
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