Hiking Crete: Gorges & Coastal Walks

Day 1  Chania  
Arrive at any time to meet your tour leader, an experienced local hiking guide.

Day 2  Chania to Omalos  
Travel inland to the White Mountains, known to Cretans as Lefka Ori. Hike through the narrow Agia Irini Gorge, lush with ancient trees and a wide variety of plants before transfering to the Omalos plateau, elevated over 1,000m above the plains.

Day 3  Omalos to Agia Roumeli  
Pass tricking streams and forests as your hike the spectacular Samariá Gorge, the longest in Europe and a highlight of any visit to Crete. Continue to the south coast and the town of Agia Roumeli, with its fine pebble beach and clear turquoise waters.

Day 4  Agia Roumeli to Loutro  
Head out on a beautiful coastal walk past rocky shingle beaches framed by the landscape of southern Crete. In the village of Marmara, opt to have lunch at a taverna overlooking the sea.

Day 5  Loutro
Enjoy a free day in the tiny fishing village of Loutro, accessible only from the sea or through hiking trails. Opt to spend the day in town, or head back towards Marmara to hike the Aradena Gorge. Tonight, join a local family for dinner and enjoy some Greek dancing.

Day 6  Loutro to Chania
Follow a coastal path towards Sfakia, where the mountains meet the sea. Stop for a swim at Glyka Nera, also known as Sweetwater Beach. This afternoon, transfer back to Chania.

Day 7 Chania  
Your tour concludes this morning.