Samaria Easy Way
from €30
Samaria Gorge – queen of all gorges
Pricefrom €30 / person
Duration15–16 hours
Departuresdaily except Saturday
Trail16 km
About the tour
Hidden in the heart of Crete, Samaria is a true masterpiece of nature and the longest gorge in Europe. For lovers of adventure and hiking it's an absolute must on the island. The 16 km trail leads through the most spectacular scenery you can imagine – from towering vertical cliffs to green valleys.
This isn't an ordinary walk, it's a journey through history and nature. Every bend reveals unique plants and traces of ancient settlements. Samaria, known as the “Queen of Gorges”, shows just how powerful nature can be, and it's an experience you won't forget.
Approximate schedule
- Pick-up from your hotel.
- Arrival at the Omalos plateau (time for breakfast).
- Xyloskalo: entry to the gorge and start of the hike.
- Recommended time to finish the gorge.
- Meet the guide to collect ferry tickets.
- Ferry departs from Agia Roumeli.
- Arrival at the port and back to the coach.
- Return to Chania.
The schedule may change depending on conditions.
Highlights
- Hike the legendary 16 km trail through the White Mountains National Park.
- Walk through the “Iron Gates” – the narrowest point of the gorge, just 3 metres wide.
- Meet the kri-kri goats, a unique species found only here.
- Rest after the hike in Agia Roumeli and swim in the Libyan Sea.
- Admire the wild coastline on the ferry to the port.
Price includes
- Air-conditioned coach.
- Tour guide (English/Greek).
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
Not included
- Gorge entrance: €10 (adults). Under-18s and students with ID free.
- Ferry ticket: €15 (adults) / €8 (children under 12).
- Food and drinks.
- Optional pick-up surcharge from Kalyves/Almyrida: €6.
What to bring
- Proper hiking shoes.
- Sun protection (cap, sunglasses, sunscreen).
- A water bottle – you can refill it from springs along the trail.
- The first 2 km are steep – take it easy and go at your own pace. Short breaks are better than one long one.
- This is a demanding hike for people in good physical shape.
Changes and cancellations
Please let us know about any changes at least 24 hours before departure. That helps us plan the logistics, and your seat won't go to waste – someone else may be able to use it. Thank you for your help!
Don't want to walk 16 km?
There's also an Easy Way version: take the ferry to Agia Roumeli and walk up the gorge as far as you like.
See Samaria Easy Way
