Samaria Gorge Private full day Group tour

We will meet you outside of your hotel / villa or to a spot nearby. Into white mountains we will reach Omalos plateu. We will make a short stop for kafe / breakfast (on request) at a café 5 km before the entrance of the Samaria Gorge At the height of 1200m Xyloskalo we will begin the 16km walk through the longest, most beatiful and interesting gorge in Europe. After our walking we will reach Agia Roumeli the end of Samaria gorge where you will have time for lunch (on request) and swimming .In a specific place where you pick your tickets up and by boat we will arrive in Chora Sfakion from where the bus takes you back to your hotel or Villa!

- Don't forget: good walking shoes, hut and sunglasses, sun cream, small backpack, personal medication, cash.

- Tour guide is available on request with additional charge.

As you walk downhill, you will come across the church of St. Nikolas, built on the ruins of an ancient temple. Half way down the gorge lies the old village of Samaria; its few houses are now used by the park wardens. Quench your thirst with mountain water running from the gorge’s springs. Keep walking. At some point you will reach Pórtes (also called “Iron Gates”), the three narrowest passages of the gorge. The steep cliffs here tower as high as 500m above sea level. This route also goes past Venetian castles and ruins of prehistoric settlements as well as remnants of many other historical periods. As you are walking, you might feel as if someone else is watching you: the presence of the wild Cretan goats, known as “kri kri”, will definitely make this route particularly exciting!

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate