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3-Day Samaria Gorge Hike From Chania Or Rethymno

  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Nature, Trekking, Culture

  • Duration

    3 Days

  • Activity Level

    Hard

  • Language

    English

Description

Enjoy the magical island away from the crowds, with stunning views and beaches. Hike along the paths in the gorge to discover a chapel and a village. Choose to go on optional activities such as sunset hike and sea kayak on this 3-day tour. 

Highlights
  • Visit Agios Ioannis village
  • Climb to the village of Agia Roumeli
  • Hike to the famous Samaria Gorge for 16 kilometres
  • Day 1: Chania Airport/Rethymno to Agios Ioannis expand_more
    • Start after pick-up from Chania Airport or Rethymno city accompanied by the Crete tour guide. 

    • After 1 hour and 30 minutes, arrive at the Imbros Gorge and have your breakfast. 

    • Later, start hiking—a 7 km easy walk inside a green paradise of vegetation.

    • Around 03:00 pm, you will be transferred by minibus to Agios Ioannis village located at the height of 850m.

    • Have your lunch and relax.

    • Take an optional short sunset hike in the evening.

  • Day 2: Agios Ioannis To Agia Roumeli expand_more

    • After having breakfast with the guide, start hiking on a 7 km path to St. Paul's Chapel in front of the magical Libyan Sea.

    • Swim in the crystal clear waters for about an hour or more. 

    • Continue walking along the coast for 5 km to reach the village of Agia Roumeli at around 02:30 pm, where you will eat and relax.

    • In the evening, you could arrange an extra activity with the guide, such as a sea kayak. 

  • Day 3: Samaria Gorge expand_more
    • Hike to the famous Samaria Gorge for 16 km but in the opposite direction so you will have the chance to be alone in the first half of the route. You will be accompanied by amazing rock formations and a river coming from the mountains. 

    • Stop at the old village in the middle of the gorge to eat some snacks before arriving at the Omalos plateau.

    • Later, transfer for lunch by a minibus in a local taverna and return to the hotel in the evening.

What's Included

  • Airport transfers/local transfers

  • Certified English-speaking Greek hiking guide 

  • Hiking poles

  • All accommodation

  • First-day dinner/second-day lunch

  • 2 breakfasts

  • National park fees

  • HD photos via e-mail

What's Excluded

  • International flights

  • Travel insurance

  • Extra food and drinks

  • Tips and souvenirs

Know before you go

  • The trip is not recommended for pregnant women or people with health/ mental problems. The trip can be arranged on different dates upon request. The guides will be able to provide further help to organize your visit to the island.

Meeting Point

Chania, Greece

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
The group size and price
1 To 2USD 275 Per Group

This is a group tour

Starting From

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USD 275 / group