Samaria Gorge Guided Hike, Chania

Experience a full-day guided hiking tour through Europe's longest (and Crete's most popular) river gorge, Samaria Gorge. As one of the island's natural wonders, you'll enjoy incredible views of the rushing river, rocky mountain peaks, and Crete's scenic countryside. Along the way, your local expert guide will share information about the gorge and its local significance.

The tour includes the hike through the gorge of Samaria, from its starting point in Xyloskalo by the White Mountains to the coastal village of Agia Roumeli in the South coast.

Because you start at a high elevation, you can relish the steep views of the surrounding mountains and hills in the distance. As you hike down the comfortable and well-maintained route, you'll enjoy various scenic vistas, landscapes, and environments. At the Iron Gates, you'll stand between the narrow 1,600-foot walls (500-m) at just 13 feet (4 m). You'll cross the river over bridges and follow along the bottom of the gorge on a boardwalk.

Eventually, you'll reach the shores of the Libyan Sea at Agia Roumeli. Enjoy some free time to take a swim or have lunch. To return to Chania, you'll take the ferry to Sougia or Sfakia, where your return transfer awaits.

Please bear in mind that the crossing of Samaria Gorge is demanding and a good physical condition is required.