Chania: Samaria Hiking Tour (with local guide)

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The Gates where the sides of the gorge close in to width of 4m and soar up to a height of 300m. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

The gorge was created by a small river running between the White Mountains and Mt. Volikas. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

The Samaria gorge adventure starts early in the morning by picking you up near/next to your accommodation and drive in the heart of the White Mountains for a delicious breakfast in the charming village of Omalos. As you embark on this thrilling journey, be prepared to witness the magnificence of the longest gorge in Europe, towering 4,000 feet above the sea level. With our expert English-speaking guide by your side, you can explore the gorge at your OWN PACE, ensuring that you have a memorable experience.

After the trek, you'll have the opportunity to visit the charming village of Agia Roumeli, where you can relax and eat at one of the local taverns, bars, or shops. Take a refreshing swim or indulge in a delicious lunch, savoring the flavors of Cretan cuisine.

Late in the afternoon, you'll embark on a boat that will take you from Agia Roumeli to Sougia, where our comfortable bus will be waiting to transfer you back to the starting point.

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At a glance

Duration: 10 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English
Operated by: Chania :Beyond Travel Agency

Ages: Children (0–9 years) · Adults (10–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: A professional tour guide.

Not included

Not included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea
Not included: Snacks
Not included: Lunch
Not included: Breakfast
Not included: Bottled water
Not included: Entrance fee: 10E (paid in cash)
Not included: Boat ticket: 14E(paid in cash)

Itinerary

Samaria Gorge National Park

8 hours Admission not included

The gorge of Samaria is the gem of the White Mountains; hidden is the south part of chania district, it is the lomgest gorge in Europe.
White Mountains (Lefka Ori)

Passing by

White Mountains or Lefka Ori or Madares is a mountain range located in western crete. The higgest summit is Pachnes with 2.453m and there are over 30 summits that are over 2.000m high.
Sougia

Passing by

Sougia is a community and a small village, on th south coast of the island, 70km south of Chania.The village is interesting to the tourist, providing a beach, walkways and interesting remains of an ancient city... Legends suggest that the Cyclops in Odysseus adventure lived here.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Pickup points

Hotel Georgina
Rania Beach Hotel
Proimos Apartments
Hotel Haris
Eva Suites Hotel
Hotel Kostakis Beach
Porto Platanias Beach Resort and Spa
Oscar Suites & Village
Hotel Marina Sands
Alexia Beach Hotel
Samaria Hotel
Domes Zeen Chania, a Luxury Collection Resort, Crete

and 90 more pickup points

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.