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Hiking at Samaria, the longest Gorge in Europe! From Chania

Crete, Greeceby Travel ID

  • 14 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 50 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

Embarking on the Samaria Gorge hike, you’ll experience a full-day adventure that begins early in the morning and culminates in the picturesque Agia Roumeli. Starting from Xyloskalo, you’ll descend 600 wooden steps into the heart of this majestic gorge, encountering breathtaking scenic views that will inspire you to keep going. The hike is undeniably a physical challenge, stretching over 16.5 kilometers, but it’s this very difficulty that makes reaching the end so rewarding.

What's included

  • English-speaking guide
  • Pick-up and drop-off service from designated pick-up points
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Samaria Gorge entrance fee
  • Boat ticket from Agia Roumeli to Sougia

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Samaria Gorge National Park

    8 hours

    We will drive up to the Omalos Plateau on the White Mountans, where the entrance of the Gorge lies and start our Hiking tour through the 16 km long Gorge arriving after 6-7 Hours at the beautiful village of Agia Roumeli at the Libyan Sea. we will have time to relax,have a swimm and enjoy a real cretan meal, before we take the boat to Chora Sfakion, where the Bus will pick-us up and return us to our Hotels.

Meeting and pickup

Pick-up and drop-off service from/to predesignated points mainly from hotels in Agia Marina, Agioi Apostoloi, Chania City Center, Gerani, Halepa area, Kalamaki, Kolymvari, Maleme, Platanias, Stalos, Tavronitis. IMPORTANT: Upon booking, the supplier will send you your pickup details, including the pickup location, pickup time and activity voucher. Please check your WhatsApp/Viber messages and email, including your junk/spam folder. Failure to check the information provided or contact us in time may result in a missed pickup or activity. In such cases, refund requests will not be accepted.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • You need absolutely good hiking shoes or strong trainers along with sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, a towel, swimsuit, an extra pair of socks and a light jacket.Please keep in mind that this is not an easy walk, but a Hike through the longest Gorge of Crete!
  • Minimum age is 15 years old.
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  • In order to avoid waiting in line, we recommend buying your Samaria ticket through https://samaria-tickets.necca.gov.gr/checkout when pick-up details will be advised to you
  • Not recommended for travelers with Knee and Leg Problems!

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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