Samaria Gorge Hikes

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10 Best Samaria Gorge Hikes In Chania

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The 10 standout Samaria Gorge Hikes on offer in Chania — what each one actually involves, who runs it, and what it costs.

10 Best Samaria Gorge Hikes In Chania

From Chania: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Trek Excursion & Guide

From Chania: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Trek Excursion & Guide - The Samaria Gorge walk: rocks, river crossings, and rare plants

1.From Chania: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Trek Excursion & Guide

Most Popular★ 4.6

Guided Samaria Gorge trek from Chania with mountain views, then ferry from Agia Roumeli to Sougia. Challenging hike.

“So five minutes before we were supposed to start the gorge they decided to close it. This was very disappointing. However, our guide offered us an alternative option of walking Imbros Gorge instead. This was much easier but still a nice day out. It was particularly interesting to learn that Imbros was used by the…”

3,191 reviews9 - 12 hoursFrom $41by PLATANOS TOURS

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From Chania: Samaria Gorge with Professional Hiking Guide

From Chania: Samaria Gorge with Professional Hiking Guide - Coach to Omalos: The Morning Buffer You’ll Be Glad You Have

Samaria Gorge Hiking from Chania with Professional Hiking Guide

Samaria Gorge Hiking from Chania with Professional Hiking Guide - Omalos Plateau for photos and breakfast before the grind

3.Samaria Gorge Hiking from Chania with Professional Hiking Guide

★ 4.5

A long, rewarding day hiking Samaria Gorge from Chania, with hotel pickup, a guide, and time to swim at Agia Roumeli.

“Great experience from start to finish! It was a unique opportunity to see another part of the island and combine hiking and the beach. Ingrid, the guide, is a wealth of information and delivers it with personability and humor.”

372 reviews14 hours (approx.)From $51.89by Fantasy Travel

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From Chania/Kalyves: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Hiking Day Trip

From Chania/Kalyves: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Hiking Day Trip - Getting from Chania/Kalyves to Omalos: long day, smart logistics

4.From Chania/Kalyves: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Hiking Day Trip

★ 4.4

Guided Samaria Gorge hike from Chania with transfers, Agia Roumeli beach time, and a ferry back to Sougia.

“Incredible hike, challenging and hot but very picturesque. Dafne the guide was great. Clear instructions, earned trust quickly. Wear very sturdy shoes, preferably hiking boots. Steep descent of 1,700m isn’t kind to the fittest of legs/ankles. Lots of scree, uneven ground, small river crossings and rock hopping. Plenty of clean spring water, rest areas and…”

162 reviewsFrom $32.75by Io Tours

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Samaria Gorge Trek: Full-Day Excursion from Chania with Guide

Samaria Gorge Trek: Full-Day Excursion from Chania with Guide - The Samaria Gorge hike: what the escort does (and what you do)

5.Samaria Gorge Trek: Full-Day Excursion from Chania with Guide

★ 4.5

Hike Crete’s famous Samaria Gorge from Chania with a mountain escort, then relax in Agia Roumeli before a ferry return.

“Awesome awesome awesome excursion! This was a big must do for us and i am so glad we did. It’s a long day but so so so worth it! Christina was such a great guide and didn’t hover. She was there when you needed her and she was very encouraging and informative. At first, we…”

51 reviews12 hours (approx.)From $41.03by PLATANOS TOURS

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Samaria Gorge Trek: Full-Day Excursion from Rethymno with Guide

Samaria Gorge Trek: Full-Day Excursion from Rethymno with Guide - Getting from Rethymno to Omalos: early start, smooth bus, less stress

6.Samaria Gorge Trek: Full-Day Excursion from Rethymno with Guide

★ 4.5

A guided, full-day trek through Samaria Gorge from Rethymno, with smooth transfers, careful logistics, and time to swim in Agia Roumeli.

“Amazing day. Beautiful scenery. Enjoyed v much, though legs rather stiff the next day. Should have had a 10 min stretch before the descent! V friendly and helpful guide, called George”

46 reviews12 hours (approx.)From $38.45by PLATANOS TOURS

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Samaria Gorge Hike

Samaria Gorge Hike - Getting there from Chania: pickup that actually covers real areas

7.Samaria Gorge Hike

★ 5.0

Guided Samaria Gorge hike from Chania area with hotel pickup, pre-hike breakfast stop, and return ferry included. Long day, worth it.

“Be prepared to be tested physically and to feel calf pain the next day/days; however, the hike is picturesque and worth it.”

32 reviews12 to 15 hours (approx.)From $45.65by Checkin Creta Travel

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Private Roundtrip Transfer from Chania to Samaria Gorge Park

Private Roundtrip Transfer from Chania to Samaria Gorge Park - Entering the Samaria Gorge: A 17 km Descent at Your Pace

8.Private Roundtrip Transfer from Chania to Samaria Gorge Park

★ 5.0

Private Chania to Samaria Gorge transfer with door-to-door pickup, flexible pacing, and a return ride after the ferry from Agia Roumeli.

“Nikos, the owner, was very responsive ahead of trip. And our driver was puntual, professional, and friendly. The gorge itself is beautiful. It’s part of a national park so very well organized. If you’re a fast hiker (it’s about 10-12 miles downhill) consider starting a couple hours later in day (though consider the temperature that…”

26 reviews14 hours (approx.)From $86.74by NIKOS TOURS

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From Chania/Rethymno: Samaria Gorge Easy Way

From Chania/Rethymno: Samaria Gorge Easy Way - Omalos stop: short break, big reset before the main outing

9.From Chania/Rethymno: Samaria Gorge Easy Way

★ 4.3

Easy Samariá Gorge from Chania or Rethymno with a ferry to Agia Roumeli, partial hikes to the Iron Gate, plus swim time.

“Det var en fantastisk tur, og særligt velegnet til børnefamilier og ældre mennesker, som gerne vil se kløften, men ikke kan gå de 16 km. Transporttiden var lang, og vejen gik enormt meget ud og ind, så vi blev køresyge, men vi fik en rigtig fin sejltur, og så havde vi lidt over 6 timer…”

25 reviews9 hours - 1 dayFrom $36by Allcretetours

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Samaria Gorge Hiking Day Tour From Rethymno

Samaria Gorge Hiking Day Tour From Rethymno - Samaria Gorge National Park: what you’re actually paying for

10.Samaria Gorge Hiking Day Tour From Rethymno

★ 4.0

Hike the wild, famous Samaria Gorge from Rethymno with AC bus pickup, expert escort, and self-paced descent to Sougia.

“The trip is worth the money. You could also plan it by yourself but I couldn't be bothered with it. The guide, Marianne, was really helpful. There isn't any group walking, so you can hike at your own pace. The canyon is beautiful and a wonder of nature, it's a must see especially for nature…”

14 reviews14 hours (approx.)From $50.57by Fantasy Travel

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