full day
Daily Tour
6 people
English, German, Greek
The hike to the Samaria Gorge is a must for everyone who decides to book a tour with our tour agency. Preserved and protected environment, stunning mountain passages and wildlife indigenous to Crete are waiting for you in this private transfer tour of the Samaria Gorge.
Our excursion/ transfer to hike the lengthy 16 km trail starts at the lowlands, the city centre, and the neighbouring valleys of Chania, where we will make a short stop at a private farmstead to supply ourselves with fresh organic fruits for the lengthy excursion to the Gorge of Samaria. The free avocados, oranges and Grapefruits of the lavish farm will give us energy, while we start to understand the microclimate of Crete, especially the lowlands, in contrast to the highlands, the White Mountains of Crete, and the Creeks of Samaria, where we will be heading.
After this small stop, our experienced driver will take the route towards Omalos Plateau, and the Samaria Gorge: He will carefully explain the route, and the various stops inside the Samaria Gorge National Park, some hints for better endurance and trouble-free pass towards the Village of Agia Roumeli. He will also supply to you a special booklet with crucial information and undisclosed secrets of the area, so as to be prepared and enhance your hike to the Gorge of Samaria.Â
After a short while, we reach an altitude of 1300 meters, at Xyloskalo (Greek for Wooden Steps), where you start the descent through those wooden steps in the untouched nature of Crete! Beware of the wild herbs you may come across and the famous Kri-Â Kri, the indigenous Cretan goats that reside in the Samaria Gorge!
After 6-7 hours, you will eventually reach the end of the Gorge, in the desolate and beautiful fisherman’s village of Agia Roumeli. A rewarding swim in crystal clear waters and a nutritious lunch at the traditional Cretan Taverns with Authentic food are mandatory for the full experience!
In the afternoon, you take the vessel from Agia Roumeli towards Sfakia Port (as there are no roads connecting those villages!) where our private guide will return you safely to your hotel in the late afternoon ending this private transfer tour to the gorge of Samaria.
Crucial Info: Samaria Gorge Hiking Tips
Explore more in Crete! Book a private transfer to Imbros Gorge in Sfakia or a private transfer to Agia Irini Gorge and explore our island’s most beautiful sites!
Want to get cheaper to Samaria Gorge by bus? Book a bus excursion with us!
| PAX | TOTAL PRICE |
| 1 – 6 | 310 |
| 6 ++ ? | Contact us for a price request |
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Visit an organic Farm for fresh fruit picking first thing in the morning. This will give us strength and will let us understand the significance of Agricultural sector for Crete. We will also realize afterwards the difference in Climate between the Cretan "lowlands" and "Highlands".
Stop to Omalos Plateu for beautiful photo souvenirs.
Pass through Samaria Gorge. An enduring 16 km Hike, that will take you approximately 6-7 Hours.
Swimming at the exit of the Gorge of Samaria, in the seaside village of Agia Roumeli
Lunch at traditional Cretan Taverns, by the sea.
Onboard the ferry back to Sfakia Port and then our hotels. Our experienced driver will wait for you at the port of Chora Sfakion for the way back.
Hiking through the Samaria Gorge is a must for everyone. Untouched wilderness and pure Crete is something that you dont see everyday, and we suggest that everyone who visits Crete (yes, Crete, not only the region of Chania) absolutely have to pass through the Samaria Gorge ast least onece!
Absolutely not! This private guided tour is designed with many stops and relaxation opportunities! Being a private tour, we can add or subtract part of the excursion according to your needs! The Samaria Gorge Hike is a tedious process, although with the recommended gear*, you should be fine! -Athletic Shoes, or Hiking Boots -Sunscreen -Hat -Sunglasses -Water & light lunches
No problem! Our prices are per person, so you can book your private tour by using our secure booking system!
Yes, this can be done upon request. Please contact us for more information!
Because you will stand in awe by the nature, you will get to see desolated places of the Cretan mainland and get in touch with locals on the villages only accessible by sea, such as Loutro and Agia Roumeli. Needless to say, this tour will be your trip to Chania highlight!
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