Agia Irini Gorge Hiking Tour

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Balos Beach, Greece
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Duration

10 hours

Cancellation

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Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English, German, Greek

About this activity

Alongside the Gorge of Samaria and the Gorge of Imbros, Irini Gorge is amongst the most famous gorges in Western Crete. Thousands of guests are passing the gorge of Irini towards Sougia Beach. 

The Gorge is open all year round and is way less crowded which makes it a great hiking opportunity both during summertime as well as during wintertime. The descent and the difficulty are also significantly lower, which makes hiking a great opportunity for everyone: let’s start!  

Irini Gorge is probably the most valuable gorge in Chania considering its wildlife fauna. Many endangered species, many of them being herbs, spices and indigenous plants reside there, and because of the astonishing views and the easy downhill hike, Irini Gorge is amongst the most famous trails in Chania. 

Our tour starts early in the morning, in order to head to the Gorge of Agia Irini Entrance. A short breakfast along the road is being done, before entering the 7.5 km long trail. The Hike is easy, as it is mostly downhill, on a clearly visible and marked path. 

We stand astonished in the Natura 200 Environment and we take photos of the breathtaking cliffs and narrow passages of the gorge. A riverbank is following our route, which makes the tour a refreshing experience, especially during the autumn, or winter holiday months.

Our 4 hours hike following the river that flows through the gorge of Agia Irinia comes to an end at the picturesque and desolate village of Koustogerako.  Our guide will wait for us there, in order to transport us to the neighbouring seashore village of Sougia. 

Time-free will be given there, to swim in crystal clear waters and enjoy traditional delicacies in the various Cretan Taverns overlooking the South Cretan Sea. With precious memories, we return to Chania centre in the evening. 

Highlights

  • Discover and hike through the gorge of Agia Irini
  • Swim in awarded, crystal clear waters
  • See the different side of Crete on desolate- deserted parts of South Chania

Included/Excluded

  • Specialized trilingual guide
  • Free Pickup from your location
  • Transport by modern Buses with A/C

Itinerary

<span> Stop 1 </span>

Enter the modern A/C bus of our travel agency to head to the entrance of Agia Irini Gorge

<span> Stop 2 </span>

Small Breakfast, just before entering the gorge of Agia Irini

<span> Stop 3 </span>

Irini Gorge Hike

<span>Stop 4 </span>

Swimming at Sougia Beach

<span>Stop 5 </span>

Traditional Cretan Lunch at Sougia

Durations

Fullday (+7hours)

Language

English
German
Greek

Frequently asked questions

Yes! All our activities include free pick up and drop off at our bus location pickup/ drop off. One is surely nearby!

Do not panic! As of busy summer season, traffic congestion can make our bus some minutes late. We will be there shortly!

Bus routes are made with mini buses and regular buses with experienced travel guides for best service.

You can either print your confirmation email/ voucher, or show the email by using your smartphone

Activity's Location

Balos Beach, Greece

Bulk discount (by percent)

Bulk discount children
# Discount group From children To children Value
2 For all excursions children from 3 years old till 12 years old -50% on bus ticket. 1 10 50
From: €25.00

Owner

Proper Cretan Guide

Member Since 2022

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