CRETE · ON FOOT
The trails worth the airfare.
The 11 most popular crete hikes. The trails that draw the most hikers, with the distance, the time on your feet, the cost and who guides them.
A full-day guided hike through Europe’s longest gorge from Chania or Rethymno, ending with a swim and ferry ride along Crete’s south coast.
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Guided hike through Crete’s Imbros Gorge from Rethymno/Chania, ending with Chora Sfakion beach time and sea-view meals.
Guided hike through Crete’s Samaria Gorge, with Iron Gates views, a village walk, and a beach swim plus ferry ride to Sfakia.
“Mostly there’s not much thing we had to take care due our tour guide’s absolutely reliable professionalism. Also, pro tip to not bring many water bottle, ‘cause you can find fountains at certain rest areas and refill. Backpack, sportshoes recommended. Pay attention to the given map carefully! Have cash by yourself for tickets later!!”
Hike Europe’s longest Samaria Gorge from Omalos, then swim and boat from Agia Roumeli to Hora Sfakion with transfers and first-aid guides.
“Not to be missed. Outstanding tour. Thanks Nikos our guide”
Hotel pickup for a gentle Imbros Gorge hike and swim at Frangokastello. 8 hours with a guide, from $34 per person.
“Imposante Schlucht, allerdings ist leicht für die Wanderung etwas untertrieben. Schönes Meer in Frangokastello. Tolle Guides und Busfahrer.”
Full-day Samariá Gorge hike from Chania with a local guide, hotel pickup, and a scenic boat return via Agia Roumeli and Sougia.
South Crete jeep safari with Kritsa, Sarakina Gorge hike and natural pool swim, BBQ lunch with wine, and a Myrtos beach stop.
“Wow. What a brilliant day. Our guide was great: friendly and very knowledgeable. There was a lot packed into the trip but we didn’t feel rushed at all. The gorge was very impressive. The food and hospitality at the taverna were fantastic. Highly recommend this trip; great value for money with all that is included.”
Hike Crete’s Samaria Gorge with a guided group from Chania, then swim at Agia Roumeli and take the ferry back via Sougia.
“Definitely worth doing with this company. Pari was an excellent tour guide and Yannis an excellent bus driver. Advice, definitely get a hiking stick, check your footwear, clothing tightness for chaffing (got some and saw more at the end, take Vaseline on the rubbing parts), water if you don’t want the spring water you find…”
Guided hike through Europe’s longest gorge from Chania to Agia Roumeli, with Iron Gates, swim time, and a ferry ride home.
Private gorge hike near Hersonissos in Crete with air-conditioned transfers, an English-speaking guide, and a 5-mile riverbed walk.
“You definitely get away from civilization, which was really nice. The hike follows a riverbed and there is a lot of climbing over and around huge rocks. Balance is a must. Our guide, Louise, was awesome. She provided a running commentary about Cretan culture. We learned about growing and harvesting olives. She pointed out various…”
Hike the Thrypti Mountains on ancient Minoan paths, visit Azorias and a 3,000-4,000-year olive tree, then swim at Tholos Beach.
“This was the 3rd out of 4 hikes (other hikes include Lassithi Plateau, Kritsa Canyon, and Richtis Waterfall) that we did with the company Experiences Crete. Giorgio’s was our guide for all the hikes. He picked us up at our airbnb and stopped on the way for savory snack for us to eat at the…”
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