Samaria Gorge Private Hike: Explore Chania's Geological Masterpiece at Your Own Pace
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Chania
Embark on a private hike through Samaria Gorge, Chania's geological masterpiece. Tailor the route at your own pace and enjoy breathtaking views of the Libyan Sea. Book now!
Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Chania Prefecture - Upon an early scheduled pick-up time, meet your expert Crete guide and private driver, and journey to the heart of Chania.
  • Xyloskalo Restaurant - Εστιατόριο Ξυλόσκαλο - Together with your expert local insider, you will be dropped off at Xyloskalo (1.250m over the sea level) of the Omalos plateau where Samaria gorge trailhead begins.
  • Samaria Gorge National Park - Start the 18 km hiking of your Samaria Gorge guided tour by following the descending path to the Southside of the White Mountains (Lefka Ori) along with the ancient windy trees and breathtaking mountainous scenery

In the heart of Samaria canyon engage with the constantly changing dramatic landscape, tranquilize your soul with the mesmeric sound of the river, and unearth a time-honored hamlet.

  • Agia Roumeli - At the end of the canyon, find yourself in the small village of Agia Roumeli where you will have the chance to swim in the warm Libyan waters and eat at the family-owned scrumptious restaurants.
  • Hora Sfakion - Take the boat from Agia Roumeli to the small port of Hora Sfakia where your private driver will meet you and chauffeur you back.
  • Panormos - A potential region of your personal pick up and drop off.
  • Adelianos Kampos - A potential region of your personal pick up and drop off.
  • Rethymnon - A potential region of your personal pick up and drop off.
  • Georgioupolis - A potential region of your personal pick up and drop off.
  • Chania Town - A potential region of your personal pick up and drop off.
  • Agia Marina - A potential region of your personal pick up and drop off.
  • Platanias - A potential region of your personal pick up and drop off.
What's Included
  • Knowledgeable local hiking guides with extensive expertise.
  • Concierge support available before and throughout your day trip.
  • Assistance in discovering and booking top restaurants.
  • Exclusive access and personalized details matching your interests.
  • Convenient personal pick-up and drop-off with flexible timing.
  • VIP treatment with skip-the-line access and ticket purchase help.
  • Professional, strategically planned logistics for a smooth journey.
  • Travel in style with a chauffeured premium vehicle.
  • Onboard amenities including refreshments, Wi-Fi, USB, and hygiene products.
What's Not Included
  • Admission fees
  • Drinks and meals
Additional Information

Venture on a private guided day hike through Samaria, customizing your journey at your preference. Kick off from the Omalos plateau and culminate your expedition at Agia Roumeli, a fishing hamlet, while savoring the breathtaking scenery of the Libyan Sea. Meanwhile, tread downstream in the historic path of the mythological Cretan Titan who pierced the earth, descending 18 km on the southern flank of the White Mountains, thereby crafting the geological masterpiece known as Samaria canyon.

Agia Roumeli, the meeting point of the vast canyon and the sea, is a quaint fishing village where you can enjoy refreshing dips in the vivid blue warm waters of South Crete and feast on mouthwatering local cuisine at homegrown eateries. Here, you will also board the boat for Hora Sfakion where a personal driver awaits to escort you back in an opulent chauffeured vehicle.

For those with insider knowledge, the journey promises unique and customized experiences. Trust us, our Travel Designers are well aware.

Location
Chania
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Ccool07
Sep 7, 2023
Samaria Gorge - Thank you a thousand times to Chara, our guide for this beautiful day of hiking. We were really happy that we took a private guide for this adventure, has it is a really long hike. And it was nice to have someone who knows the place and the surroundings. Chara was an amazing guide, she was really kind, polite and really interesting about the history of the gorges. She also had a good sense of humour, she made our day. She brought us in a local restaurant at the end of the day and we really enjoyed our cretan lunch. Also, our drivers Stefanos and Antonis were driving very carefully, they were really kind and respectful. They welcomed us at the end of our journey with fresh fruits, that was really thoughtful of them.
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