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15 Best Samaria Gorge Hikes

The Samaria hikes: sixteen guided kilometers down Europe’s longest gorge, through the Iron Gates where the walls close to four meters, ending at a ferry-only beach village. The one-way logistics come handled.

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

Explore Crete’s stunning Samaria Gorge on a full-day guided trek from Chania, featuring expert guides, breathtaking scenery, and a rewarding beach finish.

Most Popular★ 4.6

“The guide was very thorough in explaining the descent into and hike across the gorge, she made sure we understood how difficult it could be. The gorge was gorgeous! For me the hike was quite difficult, but I enjoyed it a lot and pushed myself…”

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2.From Chania/Rethymno: Samariá Gorge Guided Hike with Pickup

Discover Crete’s stunning Samariá Gorge on a guided day trip from Rethymno or Chania, featuring a 16 km hike, scenic views, and sea swimming.

★ 4.5

“Be prepared for a long, intense day. From pick up to drop off was 14 hours. Hiking through the gorge was around 6 hours. You should have good shoes and gym shorts/pants. Water is recommended but there are natural spring fountains along the way as…”

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3.From Chania: Samaria Gorge with Professional Hiking Guide

Discover Crete’s stunning Samaria Gorge on a full-day guided hike from Chania. Experience breathtaking scenery, wildlife, and a refreshing seaside finish for a great value adventure.

★ 4.6

“It was a great experience. Nico helped explain everything. Epic hike and really fun to get lunch after and relax on the beach. We also rented hiking poles from our guide and they were invaluable.”

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4.Samaria Gorge Hiking from Chania with proffesional hiking guide

Discover the stunning Samaria Gorge from Chania with this guided tour, including transportation, sightseeing, swimming, and authentic Crete experiences.

★ 4.5

“This hike was amazing. We ended up going with a very large group, however, went at our own pace. Highly recommend Hiking shoes. Bring snacks. Water fills along the way. Multiple checkpoints and if you finish early enough, time for a meal and swim at…”

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6.From Rethymno/Chania: Imbros Gorge Hike

Discover the stunning Imbros Gorge in Crete with this full-day guided hike, seaside swim, and authentic local lunch—perfect for adventure lovers.

★ 4.4

“The trip was well organised. The bus was cool and comfortable. Imbros Gouge itself was rather easy to walk. The only suggestion is to bring good shoes and sunscreen”

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7.Crete: Sarakina Gorge, Forests, and South Coast Safari

Discover Crete’s natural beauty with a full-day tour exploring Sarakina Gorge, forests, and the south coast, including off-road adventures, local cuisine, and swimming.

★ 4.8

“Amazing can't fault it. The guide was different to other guides I've spoken to. Managed to get a bit further in the gorge then some in my group. Beautiful lunch”

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8.From Heraklion,Agia Pelagia,Malia: Samaria Gorge Guided Trip

Discover Crete’s breathtaking Samaria Gorge on a guided full-day trek from Heraklion. Enjoy stunning scenery, expert guides, and authentic experiences.

★ 4.3

“It was a long day but everything was well organised. Dimitris (tour guide) and Stavros (bus driver) were kind and punctual, all the communication was clear and the hike itself was beautiful. A couple of us went for gyros in Heraklion after and Dimitris even…”

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11.Crete: Samaria Gorge Hike

Discover Crete’s Samaria Gorge with this guided day trip. Hike Europe's longest canyon, enjoy stunning scenery, swim at Agia Roumeli, and explore historic landmarks.

★ 4.4

“Beautiful area, amazing views the whole way. Quite long and rocky hike but not too challenging if you're relatively fit, you might ache for a few days after though so maybe plan towards the end of your trip.”

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12.Trypiti beach and gorge Jeep Safari

Discover Crete’s stunning landscapes on the Trypiti Beach and Gorge Jeep Safari. Visit Zaros Lake, explore a canyon, and enjoy authentic Cretan cuisine—an adventure for nature lovers and history buffs alike.

★ 5.0

“Andreas, was amazing. We had a great time as a family. The Jeep ride was so entertaining with lots of jokes and great learning experience. The food was great and the company even better. A must do in Crete!!! 5 stars”

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13.From Chania: Imbros Gorge Guided Hike and Village Visit

Discover Crete’s stunning Imbros Gorge with a guided hike from Chania, combining scenic views, history, and seaside relaxation for a value-packed day.

★ 4.5

“Hiking through Imbros Gorge was lovely. As an avid trekker, I found this to be a very easy downhill trek, taking me less than two hours at a moderate pace. I highly recommend wearing closed shoes, whether trekking or running shoes as the path is…”

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15.From Rethymno: Imbros Gorge & Libyan Guided Sea Tour

Discover Crete’s Imbros Gorge on a guided hike, then relax with a swim and lunch on the south coast. Perfect for nature lovers seeking authentic experiences.

★ 4.6

“Sehr gut organisiert, von der extrem pünktlichen Abholung bis zum perfekt erklärenden Guide alles passend. Keine Beanstandung, genau wie beschrieben. Sehr gelungener Ausflug mit nahezu perfekter Organisation.”

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More Samaria Gorge Hikes

4.9Kourtaliotiko Gorge: Guided River Adventure Trek with Lunch4.5 hours$112 4.7From Georgioupoli: Easy Hiking Day-Trip to Imbros Gorge8 hours$34 5.0Land Rover Safari: Tripitis Gorge and Beach, South Crete8 hours (approx.)$113.68 4.5Full-Day Samaria Gorge Chania Guided Tour15 hours (approx.)$36.20 4.5Chania: Imbros Gorge and Libyan Sea Day Tour8 hours$36 4.8e-Bike Guided Tour to Myli Gorge with Full Lunch included6 hours$82 4.6From Chania: Imbros Gorge and Sfakia Experience Hike & Swim11 hours$38 4.5Snorkeling Trip to Kourtaliotiko Gorge Waterfalls, Plakias, Crete4 hours (approx.)$109.82 5.0Canyoning in the water – Kourtaliotiko Gorge3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$144.82 4.5Full Day Samaria Gorge 10-Mile Walking Tour14 hours (approx.)$48.06 4.5Samaria Gorge Trek: Full-Day Excursion from Chania with Guide12 hours (approx.)$41.03 5.0Rock Climbing with a Guide in Chania Therisos Gorge6 hours (approx.)$144.18 4.4Samariá Gorge Hike: Day Excursion from Chania11 hours$47 5.0River Trekking at Kourtaliotis Gorge Waterfalls to Preveli Beach5 hours (approx.)$156.19 4.5Samaria Gorge Trek: Full-Day Excursion from Rethymno with Guide12 hours (approx.)$38.45 5.0Wine Tasting & Food Experience Inside a Cretan Gorge4 hours (approx.)$219.28 4.5Chania: Imbros Gorge Hiking Tour & Beach Relaxation9 hours - 630 minutes$35 5.0Samaria Gorge Hike12 to 15 hours (approx.)$45.65 4.5Heraklion to Samaria Guided Tour: Europes Longest Gorge15 hours$57 5.0Private Roundtrip Transfer from Chania to Samaria Gorge Park14 hours (approx.)$86.74 4.3From Chania/Rethymno: Samaria Gorge Easy Way9 hours - 1 day$36 4.0Full Day Hiking at Samaria Gorge&Agia Rumeli Beach from Heraklion$59.34 4.0Samaria Gorge Hike from Heraklion region$68.78 5.0Rethymno Guided eBike Tour to Mili Gorge3 hours (approx.)$66.01