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From Heraklion: Samaria Gorge & Agia Roumeli Hiking Day Trip

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81 reviews

Activity provider: Cretan Odyssey
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    From Heraklion: Samaria Gorge & Agia Roumeli Hiking Day Trip

    Activity provider: Cretan Odyssey

    4.3

    81 reviews

    From US$ 53.90 per person

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    Experience the beauty of the Samaria Gorge on a hiking day trip. Enjoy breathtaking views of Cretan nature as you hike through the wilderness and relax by the beach at the village of Agia Roumeli.

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    Duration 14 hours
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    Live tour guide
    French, German, English, Dutch, Italian
    Pickup included
    You will be picked up from specific points in the areas of Sisi, Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos, Anissaras, Agkisaras, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Amoudara, Agia Pelagia and from centrally located points in Heraklion town. You will receive a personalized email about the exact place and time of pick-up within 24 hours after making the booking. Be sure to check your spam folder.

    Experience

    Highlights
    • Spend a day in Samaria Gorge on a challenging trek
    • Enjoy the stunning natural beauty on the drive to the White Mountains
    • Visit the village of Agia Roumeli and rest at a local restaurant
    • Swim at the beach of Agia Roumeli and admire the view
    • Take a boat ride back to Chora Sfakion and take in views of the Mediterranean
    Full description

    Take a hike through Samaria Gorge with pickup in Malia and Heraklion. Trek through this impressive gorge, known for being the longest in Europe. Make a stop at the Plateau of Omalos, admire the mountains of the gorge, and take an unforgettable journey through Cretan nature.

    Get picked up in the morning from your designated pickup point and head towards Omalos. Once there, make sure you have all the equipment and take the chance to buy some supplies before entering into the gorge.

    Begin the trek, and feel the impressiveness of the longest gorge in Europe. Take in the surrounding views of the White Mountains, admire the small river that runs through it, and catch sight of the Cretan wild goats, commonly known as Kri-Kri.

    At the exit, find yourself by the Libyan Sea in the village of Agia Roumeli. Explore this beautiful and isolated village, nestled between huge rocks and the expansive sea. Enjoy a relaxing and refreshing swim at the beach, and have some lunch in a small local tavern.

    Later, embark on a boat that takes you back to Chora Sfakion. There, catch the bus that returns back to the resort.

    Includes
    • Hotel pick-up/drop-off
    • Transportation in Air-Conditioned bus
    • Professional Driver
    • Tour Guide during the trek
    • Liability Travel Insurance
    • Entrance to Samaria Gorge (€5/person)
    • Lunch or snacks
    • Drinks
    • Boat ticket from Agia Roumeli to Sfakia (€12/person)
    Not suitable for
    • Pregnant women
    • People with back problems
    • People with heart problems

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    What to bring

    • Sunglasses
    • Hat
    • Swimwear
    • Towel
    • Hiking shoes
    • Sunscreen
    • Water
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    Overall rating

    4.3 /5

    based on 81 reviews

    Review summary

    • Guide
      4.4/5
    • Transportation
      4.3/5
    • Value for money
      4/5

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    We had a blast. Overall I feel like our guide prepared us better than many other people we met during the trek: he gave us clear checkpoints for time and all the infos we needed. The trek is not easy, nor for the faint of heart. It's duable but please don't under estimate the fact that you have to be fit to do it and if you get stuck or too slow it might be an issue. Other than that, an amazing experience. Special mention to our guide who was lovely.

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    March 27, 2023

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    An amazing and memorable day. An early start, a late finish, but completely worth it. Our advice, good walking shoes (boots if you have room in your suitcase!) are a must, as its a rough old path most of the way. You can top up your water bottle at plenty of stops on the way, so you don't need to carry everything you need for the day from the start.

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    March 27, 2023

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    It was an amazing trip! The bus ride was well organized with a few stops on the way. The hike itself was hard, but definitely worth it! The views were amazing! The tour guide was also very nice and always open for questions! I would recommend it if you have a good health, and no problems with your knees etc. Also bring sunscreen!!

    March 27, 2023

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