Hiking in Crete: the 4 Best Guided Hikes

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,010 reviews · 1 day · from $37Our pick

Start early from Chania or Rethymno, ride to Omalos, and hike about 16 kilometers through Samaria Gorge with an English-speaking guide. Expect steep stairs, uneven rocks, springs, the Iron Gates, and possible Kri-Kri sightings. Finish with lunch and a swim in Agia Roumeli before the ferry and coach ride home.

“It is a hard hike but our group loves it. Your legs will be sore after it. The ocean felt great after. Bus driver was amazing on those roads. Thanisius, our guide was good!”

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2.From Rethymno/Chania: Imbros Gorge Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 353 reviews · 8 hours · from $30Best value

Walk roughly 8 to 9 km downhill through Imbros Gorge with an English-speaking guide, then enjoy free time by the sea in Sfakia. Hotel pickup, transport, and drop-off are included. Guides such as Carolina, Lazarus, Leonidas, and Spinoli have earned praise for clear instructions and local stories. Bring sturdy shoes, water, sunscreen, and cash for the €5 gorge fee.

“everything i saw a lot of nature and there where a lot of opportunities for food and local produce”

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3.Crete: Samaria Gorge Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 201 reviews · 17 hours · from $56

Follow the ancient Taras River route through Samaria Gorge, passing the abandoned village, Kri-Kri goat habitat, and Iron Gates. The hike runs about 15 kilometers over rocky ground, with up to seven hours allowed. A multilingual guide, coach transfers, ferry ride, and free time for a swim in Agia Roumeli are included, while park and boat tickets cost extra.

“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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4.Crete: Samaria Gorge Hiking with transfer and expert Escort

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 125 reviews · 12 - 16 hours · from $47

You’ll descend Samaria Gorge with a first-aid-trained guide such as Nikos, Claudia, Ingrid, or Marcos, then rest in Agia Roumeli, swim in the Libyan Sea, and take a one-hour boat ride to Hora Sfakion. Hotel pickup, return transport, and guide service are included. Bring sturdy shoes, water, lunch, and a swimsuit.

“Our guide Nicos was awesome. The pick up point was prompt and easy to find. Nico's explained to us very clearly out itinerary for the day so when it and checked in with us on the trail. Getting back was also so smooth. I highly recommend this service.”

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