Greece · HIKES IN CRETE
The 9 best hikes in Crete you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is up there for a reason; start with it and work down.
Guided Samaria Gorge hike from Chania or Rethymno: Iron Gates cliffs, 16 km descent, Agia Roumeli swim, and ferry to Sougia.
“Great trip and the Gorge was well worth a visit. The path can be a little challenging but it is very easy to navigate.”
Guided Imbros Gorge hike from Chania or Rethymno, then beach time in Chora Sfakion for swimming, lunch, and sea views.
“Appreciated been dropped off at the very start of the gorge . Would have liked to had information during the hike eg. Interesting facts about fossils and rock formations. History of gorge”
Guided Samaria Gorge trek from Xiloskalo to the sea, with Samaria village, Iron Gates, and an Agia Roumeli swim, plus ferry.
“The trip in Samaria Gorge was amazing. All these views were so beautiful. The road in Gorge was hard and legs hurt badly in the end, but it was worth it. I'm glad that i took this trip.”
Hike Crete’s Samaria Gorge from Omalos to Agia Roumeli with hotel pickup, first-aid trained guides, and a south-coast boat ride.
“Our tour guide, Claudia, was wonderful. Given the logistics involved in a trip like this, there’s potential for so much to go wrong but everything was slick and professional. Whether you think the hike itself is tough or easy obviously depends on your fitness and love for this sort of adventure. It will be a completely different experience for everyone. My friend, who has knee probelms, found the experience pretty excruciating but still managed to complete it and said she was glad to have gone. The scenery was beautiful and the trail wasn’t too busy after the first hour when everyone’s different paces meant the crowds thinned out. We went…”
Swim to a hidden waterfall, trek the Kourtaliotiko Gorge riverbed in a small group, then enjoy a farm-style lunch in wild Crete.
“The tour was very fun! The wetsuits were very helpful at the beginning when we went to check out the waterfall as the water was quite cold. Afterwards you get used to walking in the cold-ish water and it also gets warmer. Our guide was very professional and made the tour fun.”
From Georgioupoli, ride south to Imbros Gorge for an easy family hike, then relax at Francokastello beach by the Venetian castle.
“Imposante Schlucht, allerdings ist leicht für die Wanderung etwas untertrieben. Schönes Meer in Frangokastello. Tolle Guides und Busfahrer.”
Hike Crete’s famed Samariá Gorge on a full-day trip from Chania with a local guide, coach transport, and a return boat to Sougia.
“Pick-up, transport, and return transport all went very smoothly. The tour guide, Pari, was knowledgeable and very friendly. We arrived at the sea after about four hours, at around 12:15 p.m. The meeting point for the whole group was at 4:00 p.m. at Rousios to get the ferry tickets. So we had something to eat and then went swimming in the sea. After this meeting at 4:00 p.m., everyone was informed that they had the next 1.5 hours free until the ferry departed. So we had to wait again. Then there was the return trip to the starting point by bus. We just want to say that if you are…”
River trek down Kourtaliotiko Gorge to Preveli Palm Beach with a guide, waterfall swim, and lunch in Crete. 5 hours.
“We had a great time!! George was our guide and he was awesome! I 10/10 recommend this activity, unless you have knee problems!”
Hike Crete’s Richtis Gorge with an English-speaking guide, spot endemic plants, cross wooden bridges, and reach a 20m waterfall.
“Great hike with Giorgos! Pick up from hotel, good communication. On the way a lot of information about the island, life and history. flora and fauna. Giorgos was very considerate and a good driver. Definitely recommend the hike, beautiful landscape, not too difficult.”
Pick the day first, then pick the boat.
