Samaria Gorge
from €30
Imbros Gorge and a swim in the Libyan Sea
Pricefrom €30 / person
Durationapprox. 9–10 hours
DeparturesMondays and Wednesdays
Difficulty1–2 (easy)
About the tour
Difficulty: 1–2 (easy)
Duration: full day (approx. 9–10 hours)
Imbros Gorge, in the south-eastern part of the White Mountains, is 7 km of pure nature with walls up to 300 metres high. It's known for rare plants and views that stay with you for a long time.
We start in the traditional Cretan village of Imbros (800 m above sea level) and finish in the village of Komitades (300 m). The bus picks you up from your hotel and after about 90 minutes you reach the start. A licensed mountain guide leads you through the gorge, keeping you safe and sharing interesting facts about the area. After the hike it's time for Frangokastello – a chance to relax by the sea and free time for lunch! In the late afternoon the bus takes you right back to your hotel.
Approximate schedule
- Pick-up from your hotel (Chania and the surrounding area)
- Arrival in the village of Imbros
- Start of the guided hike
- End of the gorge
- Arrival in Frangokastello (2 hours free for swimming and lunch)
- Departure from Frangokastello
- Return to Chania
The schedule may change slightly – stay in touch with your guide.
Highlights
- Discover the second-longest gorge on Crete (a 7 km hike).
- Swim in the Libyan Sea and enjoy a traditional lunch at a local taverna.
- Take in the wild landscape of southern Crete.
- Walking time: about 2.5 hours.
Price includes
- Air-conditioned coach
- Mountain guide (English and Greek).
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
Not included
- Gorge entrance: €5 (ages 13+). Children under 13 free.
- Food and drinks.
Booking information
After booking you'll receive an email with a voucher (needed to board the coach) and details about payment and the exact meeting point.
Free pick-up from Kalyves and Almyrida: every Monday and Wednesday.
