Walking in Crete

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8 days

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A brilliant holiday if you like being active. The scenery is superb, rocky gorges and peaks that are breathtaking, and the vegetation varied between evergreen trees in more mountainous spots, to low thorny shrubs and thyme on exposed sunny slopes. The sound of goat bells and the scent of the herbs make it a multi-sensory experience. Our wonderful guide Smaro was always careful to make sure everyone in the group was happy, and looked after us well. She is such a warm, happy person, loved by everyone we met.

Christine | Traveled in September

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8 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Chania, Greece

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Highlights

Samaria Gorge - Put your walking boots to the test with a rewarding hike through Europe's longest gorge. Discover Loutro - Take a boat trip along the coast to explore the picturesque remote fishing village. Cretan hospitality - Enjoy a typically Cretan welcome, sampling traditional food and rubbing shoulders with locals.

Itinerary

Crete’s wild beauty and legendary hospitality come alive on this 8-day walking tour, designed for travelers eager to experience the island’s most dramatic landscapes and welcoming villages. Trek through the White Mountains, tackle Europe’s longest gorge—Samaria—and stroll along secluded beaches and coves.

Boat trips to remote fishing villages like Loutro and evenings spent savoring local dishes in traditional tavernas deepen your connection with the island’s culture. The moderate activity level ensures a fulfilling pace for those who love both adventure and relaxation.

Crete’s USP is its generous spirit—this tour delivers not only stunning hikes but also unforgettable encounters with the island’s people and traditions, making every step memorable.

day 1Join trip at Heraklion Airport. Drive to Zaros

Our trip begins at Heraklion Airport (HER) at 4.30pm in the arrivals hall. If you would like to join the complimentary airport transfer today, the latest your flight can arrive is 4pm. Your tour leader will be waiting in the hall with a branded signboard at the exit doors from the immigration/luggage retrieval area. Please be aware that they may be waiting to greet both customers whose flight has just arrived as well as those who arrived earlier, so they may be looking in a different direction to the one you're approaching from. After meeting up we will then travel together as a group (50 kilometre/31 miles, approximately 1 hour) to our hotel for the night in Zaros in the rugged Idi Mountains. After check in the Leader will organise timings for the welcome meeting, and a group meal for those interested. Zaros is a charming village located at the foothills of Mount Psiloritis. It's known for its natural beauty, including the nearby freshwater Lake Zaros, which is a popular spot to enjoying the serene atmosphere. The village is also famous for its bottled spring water, sourced from the local springs and its traditional products, including olive oil, honey, and local herbs. Here you can enjoy authentic Cretan cuisine, featuring fresh local produce, in one of its tavernas.

Accommodation

Hotel Idi

day 2Rouvas Gorge Walk & free time in Zaros

day 3Visit ancient olive tree & Preveli monastery en route to Chora Sfakion

day 4Walk the Imbros Gorge & Komitades Village

day 5Coastal Walk from Chora Sfakion to Loutro. Boat to Agia Roumeli

day 6Hike up the Samaria Gorge

day 7Walk around Chania & free time

day 8Trip ends in Chania

What's Included

Accommodation

Hotel Idi (2 nights)Xenia Hotel (2 nights)Paralia Rooms (1 night)Neos Omalos Hotel (1 night)Kriti Hotel (1 night)

Meals

7 Breakfasts

Transport

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Guide

Explore Tour LeaderBoat Crew

Others

Taxi

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Itinerary

day 1Join trip at Heraklion Airport. Drive to Zaros

day 2Rouvas Gorge Walk & free time in Zaros

day 3Visit ancient olive tree & Preveli monastery en route to Chora Sfakion

day 4Walk the Imbros Gorge & Komitades Village