On this guided tour, you'll hike through the Samaria Gorge, a 9.9 mi ravine and the longest in Europe. The experience will begin with a drive through the White Mountains to your starting point, the Xyloskalo staircase. Throughout the hike, you'll pass by small chapels, walk between the high ravine walls and might even spot some of Crete's wild goats. A highlight will be the Iron Gates, the narrowest section of the gorge where the 984 ft-high walls stand just 9.8 ft apart. The hike will end at the seaside village of Agia Roumeli, where you may have time to swim or relax in a taverna. To get back to your coach, you'll take a boat ride along the coast.
Why Visit
- Opportunity to hike the longest ravine in Europe
- Scenic landscapes and historical sites
- Chance to swim or vist a taverna in Agia Roumeli
What's included
- Transportation
- Guide services
- Admission to sites
- Boat transfer to Skafia
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
Accessibility
- Not wheelchair accessible
Restrictions
- Visitors need to be at least 12 years old.
- This activity isn't suitable for pregnant women or anyone with reduced mobility.
- Comfortable footwear is recommended.
Additional information
This experience is not suitable for guests with heart problems, knee or joint problems, asthma or vertigo.
Crete is a large island with many resorts and hotels dotted along the coast. Because of this, the transfer time on this tour could be up to four hours each way, depending on your hotels location and traffic conditions on the day – making the total duration of the tour between 14–17 hours.
Guests must sign a participation form before entering Samaria Gorge.
Please bring a hat.
This experience only operates in favorable weather conditions.