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Samaria Gorge hike
Crete's most famous hike: 16 km through the national park down to the sea at Agia Roumeli.
- Duration16 km · 6–7 hours walking · 06:15–20:00
- DepartureChania, KTEL bus station
- DifficultyChallenging
- LanguagesItalian, English
The excursion
You walk down from the Omalos plateau through the gorge, among pines, cypresses and rock walls hundreds of metres high, to the Iron Gates and the village of Agia Roumeli. A ferry then takes you to Sfakia, where the coach is waiting to take you back.
You need to be reasonably fit and wear hiking shoes. The park is open from May to October, weather permitting.
Group of up to 25 people
Itinerary
- 06:15Departure from ChaniaCoach to the Omalos plateau.
- 07:45Xyloskalo, trailheadDown into the gorge with the guide.
- 14:30Agia RoumeliFree lunch and a swim.
- 17:30Ferry to SfakiaThen coach back to Chania.
Included
- Return coach
- Hiking guide
Not included
- National park entrance
- Agia Roumeli – Sfakia ferry
- Lunch
What to bring
- Worn-in hiking shoes
- At least 1.5 litres of water and a snack
- Hat, sunscreen, swimsuit
Meeting point
Chania, KTEL bus stationKidonias 73-77, Chania 731 31
Meet at 06:00 in front of the ticket office.
Chania, KTEL bus station
Cancellation and bad weather
Free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before departure, directly from your account. If departures are suspended because of wind, rough sea or bad weather, we let you know and you can choose another date or a refund.
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