Greece · Hiking

Agia Irini Gorge and Sougia Beach Tour

7 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Chania. Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Walk through the scenic Agia Irini Gorge on an easy hiking route
  • 02 Enjoy shaded trails, springs, and rich Cretan flora
  • 03 Spend time at the wide pebble beach in Sougia village
  • 04 Relax away from the crowds in a peaceful natural setting
  • 05 Take in mountain and coastal scenery in one day
  • 06 Travel with hotel pick-up and drop-off included

Discover a quieter side of Crete on a day tour that combines an easy walk through Agia Irini Gorge with time to unwind at Sougia Beach. Shaded by trees and lined with springs, the gorge offers a refreshing nature escape with rich flora, mountain scenery, and a relaxed hiking route.

After the walk, continue to the village of Sougia, where a wide pebble beach invites you to rest, swim, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. With time for photos, local flavours, and a slower pace by the sea, this experience is ideal for travellers looking to combine light adventure with coastal relaxation.

Walking along the gorge, it is impossible not to see the rich flora.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City Chania
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Agia Eirini

A small cafe was built in front of the gorge, where you can refresh yourself or recharge while having a cup of invigorating coffee. There are also the springs with drinking water. Further the road leads to the forest.

Agia Irini Gorge

The gorge is located across the western slope of Pilafi Mountain. Its length is about 8 kilometres. It will take you at an average 3 hours to cover this distance. The tour has an easy level of difficulty. There are no difficult rises and large elevation changes (the maximum difference is 500 meters).

Walking along the gorge, it is impossible not to see the rich flora. Plane trees, pines, cypresses stretch on both sides of the road. In addition, a lot of wild herbs and spices grow there.

On the way, there will be places where you can relax and get a bite to eat. The springs with clean drinking water are located throughout the route. In the springtime, you may be lucky to watch the picturesque waterfalls.

Sougia Beach

At the end of the gorge there is also a cafe in which you can regain some strength and have refreshing drinks. Then we will go to the village of Sougia, one of the main attractions of which is a beautiful pebble beach.

A distinctive feature of Sougia Beach is a wide coastline. Even in high season, the beach is not crowded with tourists. The resort has everything to satisfy the needs of the vacationers:

Sun beds; Umbrellas; Shower; Changing rooms.

Not far from the beach, there are small taverns and cafes where you can taste the local cuisine.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Chania. 1 city · 7 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Pick-up / Drop-off at your hotel.
  • Luxury Vehicle with a professional driver.
  • Wi-fi on board and Water from the springs of the White Mountains “Samaria”, in bottles.
  • Accompaniment by a professional guide.
  • Hiking sticks.
  • All Fees and Taxes

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses, drinks, lunch / dinner.
  • Customary tips to your drivers, guides and escorts.

Know before you go

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • If any participant suffers from any severe allergy (e.g. to bee stings, food allergies/intolerances) or has medical/health issues we need to be aware of, it is important to let us know in advance. This is clearly a safety measure, personal information is by no means violated and we exercise all discretion.
  • Moysidis Travel is covered by Professional Liability Insurance. Each participant is advised to take out health/travel insurance before travelling to Crete.
  • Private pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, villa, cruise, or any other point in the region of Chania. Pick-up time is flexible and upon your final confirmation.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Chania.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Chania.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Chania..

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