10 Tours in Sfakia That You Shouldn't Miss

If you don’t wish to cross the whole of the gorge, you are able to follow an easier itinerary. For starters, you follow the same itinerary as the rest of the group until Ksyloskalo and you get to see the entrance to the gorge. You then return to the bus and continue to Sougia, where from you take the ferry to Agia Roumeli. After you reach Agia Roumeli you can walk for as long as you like, until the doors located 2 kilometers further in on the trail, after you have, of course, paid the 5€ entrance fee, or you can stay in Agia Roumeli, swim and later depart with the rest of the party, taking the same ferry back.

Inclusions: Local Guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Boat: 10€ / children under 12 year old is 5€ , Entrance: 5€ children under 15 year old is free

Samaria Gorge is a unique place in Europe. It is 16 km long. Extraordinary rock formations, Indigenous rare plants, flower and bird species, Rough downward ground, Impressive and primitive view, Exquisite landscape that has been under no human intervention, Unique sensation of awe and infinite wonder for the untouched grandeur will always be engraved on our memory.

Inclusions: WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Entrance to Samaria gorge - 5 euro per person, Boat to Sfakia from Agia Roumeli 11 euro per person

Our daily sailing trip in the crystal clear waters of southern Crete is far from the crowds and noise, you will be wondering why we are totally alone wherever we go.

Inclusions: Lunch, Snacks, Bottled water, Soda/Pop, Alcoholic Beverages, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Explore 3 amazing locations in a single day! A hidden herb garden with stunning views, a major natural attraction for a photo opp moment and explore a famous winery, which includes lunch, wine pairing and wine tasting. The tour’s first stop is an organic herb farm. Start by learning about the precious herbs of the land by a professional agronomist. Harvest mountain tea and botanicals to make your own tea blend! A short walk away is the picture-perfect entry point to Samaria Gorge, Take in the stunning panoramic views and snap some photos. After identifying aromas and tastes of herbs it is time to discover their influence in the wine. The next stop is the famous Manousakis winery to enjoy a wine and lunch pairing in their lush gardens. The produce is farm to table and the winery makes some of Crete's more famous wines from indigenous and international grapes organically grown in the Manousakis vineyards.

Inclusions: Farm to Table Lunch, 5 wines to taste, Herbal tea picking and blending from an herbal farm, Visit a Herb farm and blend your own Cretan mountain tea, Visit a Cretan winery, Visit the lookout point of Samaria Gorge, Private Sommelier (Diploma Level) and professional commentary

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Samaria gorge is a National Park with unique flora and fauna, in the heart of the Lefka Ori mountains. It is by far the best hike in Crete, and probably one of the best in Europe. It is listed as a protected UNESCO Biosphere reserve. Samaria gorge is a 16km downhill hike between mountains and a forest, with a river flowing and organized resting places! For an average hiker it takes 6 hours to cross it and there is no food or any other shop available inside. The tour starts early in the morning to take advantage of the shadow in the gorge until noon, but by which time most visitors have already reached the sea! At the end of the hike we rest at Agia Roumeli, a village with few restaurants and beach, before returning by boat to Sougia, and then by bus and car to Chania. It's necessary to wear at least good sports shoes, take a hat and sunscreen. There is plenty of drinkable water inside. The hike is breathtaking, ideal for nature lovers and wildlife watchers.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Guiding Services to cross Samaria Gorge

Exclusions: There are no shops or food inside the gorge, drink water from fountains. Please bring light snacks with you., 20 euro for a meal in a local restaurant at end of Samaria gorge, Agia Roumeli village., 5 euro entry ticket to Samaria National Park , 10 euro boat ticket Agia Roumeli - Sougia, 60 euro group Taxi from Sougia to Samaria, where we left the car

Join us for a day that will introduce you to authentic Crete… Join us for an unforgettable trip that will offer you unique experiences, views and tastes! Feel the magic of kournas lake, enjoy the springs of Argiroupolis, have a Coffee stop with us, discover narrow paths, become one with the White Mountains, get the experience of Miriokefala monastery, visit with us the Castle of Frangokastello, taste the local cuisine and of course have a taste of Cretan wines at a Winery !

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea, Lunch, All Fees and Taxes, Alcoholic Beverages, Wine tasting, Liability insurance, Hotel Pick up and drop off

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As you walk downhill, you will come across the church of St. Nikolas, built on the ruins of an ancient temple. Half way down the gorge lies the old village of Samaria; its few houses are now used by the park wardens. Quench your thirst with mountain water running from the gorge’s springs. Keep walking. At some point you will reach Pórtes (also called “Iron Gates”), the three narrowest passages of the gorge. The steep cliffs here tower as high as 500m above sea level. This route also goes past Venetian castles and ruins of prehistoric settlements as well as remnants of many other historical periods. As you are walking, you might feel as if someone else is watching you: the presence of the wild Cretan goats, known as “kri kri”, will definitely make this route particularly exciting!

Inclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water, Transport with the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter air-conditioned luxury minibus, Experianced driver

Exclusions: food and drinks , Entrance fees to the Gorge (5 euro), Boat tickets from Aghia Roumeli to Chora Skafion (11 euro), Gratuities

There is no better way to experience the real side of Crete, than to traverse the island's unspoiled soil, swim in its crystal waters and stroll down its traditional villages. This hiking tour of the Samaria Gorge will give you the opportunity to do all 3 and at your own pace. Early in the morning, you will be picked up from designated spots around Chania via a luxurious bus and reach the starting point of your tour in Omalos Plateau around 7 am. Shadowed by the adjacent White Mountains and with plenty of drinking water to be found along the way in many natural springs, this self-paced hike will create unique memories for every traveler. Behind your group, there will always be a hiking escort to ensure everyone's safety and provide assistance if needed. At around 17:00 you will start your trip back to the place where you were picked up from.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, English Speaking guide

Exclusions: Admission to Samaria (5 € per adult, children free of charge), Boat ticket (11 € per adult, 5.50 € per child 5-12 years old), Personal expenses, extra beverages or meals

The Imbros Gorge is located in the province of Sfakia and is the second-largest gorge in Crete after Samaria. The picturesque scenery, in combination with the low difficulty of traversing it, make the descent of Imbros ideal for families wanting to expose children to the beauty of nature. There you will have some free time to take pictures or have some breakfast before you begin your hike. In a leisurely pace, the gorge can be traversed in about 2.5 hours. Behind your group, there will always be a hiking escort to ensure everyone's safety and provide assistance if needed. The gorge ends at Komitades village, from where you will depart for Sfakia, one of the most traditional Cretan villages. There you will have around 3 hours to divide between swimming in the warm Mediterranean waters and enjoying a Cretan meal in one of the local taverns. Early in the evening you will board the bus back to your original pick up points.

Inclusions: Pickup/Drop-off with air-conditioned luxury bus from select spots in Chania, English Speaking guide, All taxes, VAT (value-added tax) inclusive

Exclusions: Admission to Imbros (2.5 € per person, free of charge for children under 14), Personal expenses, extra beverages or meals, Customary tips to your driver and escort

There is no better way to experience the real side of Crete, than to traverse the island's unspoiled soil, swim in its crystal waters and stroll down its traditional villages. This hiking tour of the Samaria Gorge will give you the opportunity to do all 3 and in your own pace. Samaria Gorge is one of the most scenic national parks in Europe, this gorge stretches more than 10 miles to the south coastal region and offers many hiking trails. If you search for unique hiking experience in Crete the Samaria is the place!

Inclusions: Pick up/drop off from designated spots around Rethymno with an air-conditioned luxury bus, English & German speaking hiking escort, All taxes, VAT inclusive

Exclusions: Admission to Samaria (5 € per adult, children under 15 free of charge), Boat ticket (11 € per adult, 5.50 € per child 5-12 years old), Personal expenses, extra beverages or meals, Customary tips to your driver and escort