Chania Hiking Tours: 5 Worth Booking

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,191 reviews · 9 - 12 hours · from $41Our pick

Travel from Chania to Omalos, then hike 17 kilometers through Samaria Gorge with an English-speaking guide nearby for support. The route passes mountain goats, springs, rare plants, old trees, and dramatic rock walls before reaching Agia Roumeli. After lunch or a swim, take the ferry to Sougia and a bus back to Chania.

“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 to make the times indicated. The hours of rest in Agia Roumeli and the boat trip made for a relaxing end of the day”

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2.From Chania: Samaria Gorge with Professional Hiking Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 720 reviews · 14 hours · from $37

You’ll descend 16 km through Samaria Gorge with an English-speaking guide such as Ingrid, Nikos, or Dimitris, then swim at Agia Roumeli before a coastal boat ride and coach transfer back to Chania. It is well organized, scenic, and demanding, with rocky ground, early pickup, and extra cash costs for entry and the boat.

“Absolutely amazing day. - our guide Nikos was superb and ensured we all had a good day. Pick up was easy as was collecting boat tickets etc. couldn’t have asked for a better day. Top tips - very cold when we started in the morning 6 degrees so make sure you have a jumper - this was October though. Take your time and appreciate the beauty of the natural surroundings”

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3.Samaria Gorge Hiking from Chania with Professional Hiking Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 372 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $51

Start before sunrise from Chania, ride to Omalos, and hike through Samaria Gorge over rocky, steep downhill ground. Your guide handles key logistics while you walk at your own pace. Finish at Agia Roumeli for food or a swim, then return by ferry and bus. Bring sturdy shoes, water, snacks, cash, and a swimsuit.

“Samaria Gorge is a breathtaking experience for everyone, though it is physically demanding. Our guide, Nicos, was helpful and informative.”

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4.From Chania: Samaria Gorge Hike with Local Mountain Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 282 reviews · 14 hours · from $36

Follow the 18-kilometre Samaria Gorge trail from Omalos to Agia Roumeli with a local mountain escort, walking at your own pace rather than in a tight group. Guides such as Pari and Dafne help with timing and safety. Bring sturdy shoes, water, snacks, and swimwear, then finish with a beach stop and ferry ride to Sougia.

“The activity in and of itself was GREAT! It was a bit confusing with the pickup but got it sorted in time. The early morning bus ride through the White Mountains as the sun rose, was beautiful. Pari was our guide. Listen to her speech near the end of the bus ride, on the way up, and you’ll have the best possible experience. She does this 5x a week, so she knows what she’s talking about and is great. The cafe at the starting point has delicious spinach pie, two small bathrooms and eating area etc etc. There are squat toilet houses along the trail also with fresh drinkable water…”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 133 reviews · 8 hours · from $35Best value

From Chania, ride into the White Mountains with an English-speaking guide such as Carolina or Ingrid, then walk 9 km downhill through Imbros Gorge. Expect rocky footing, narrow cliff passages, and a few scrambles. Finish in Chora Sfakion with time for lunch, a swim in the Libyan Sea, and views from the Venetian fortress ruins.

“Our guide was fantastic, very knowledgeable and put safely first. The restaurant we were offered as our lunch was great and the food was tasty.”

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