SAMARIA Gorge Walk: full day from area Heraklion CRETE

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SAMARIA Gorge Walk: full day from area Heraklion CRETE

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€63
Duration
16 h to 17 h
Group size
Up to 30 travellers
Guide languages
German, English, Polish, French, Dutch

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Overview

The 18 km hike starts in Xyloskalo. You will discover a wide variety of fauna and flora, much of which is unique and found exclusively on this island, and you see the Kri-Kri, the wild Cretan goat.

The ever-changing view and the wonderful scent of pinewood and Cretan Herbs make this walk, which is rocky at some points, a wonderful experience and make all the effort worthwhile.

The isolated, deserted village of Samaria makes the ideal place for a rest before you continue to the 'Iron Gates', the point where the canyon walls are so close that they almost touch each other. Enjoy the fantastic rock formations and take advantage of this unique chance to taste the fresh , cold spring water.

The walk ends at the small fishing village of Ayia Roumeli, with plenty of tavernas for you to enjoy a tasty meal and that well-earned drink. Relax on the beach and cool off in the turquoise waters of the Libyan Sea.

What's included

Gasoline
Pick up / drop off Malia till Amoudara(Heraklion)
Escort on coach, Samaria Gorge and boat
Transport by air-conditioned coach
Liability Insurance Coverage by ALLIANZ
Tue-Thu-Sat:ENGLISH, GERMAN, FRENCH. Tue: POLISH. Thu-Sat:DUTCH

Not included

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Boat: 15€ per adult, 7.5 € euro per 5-12yr child to pay on the coach at your guide
Drinks and food at the stops
Samaria Gorge National Park 10 € per adult (Reduced admission see website) to pay at the entrance of Samaria

What you will do

Rethymnon
After a bus drive of about 3h, we stop for about 25min so you can buy something to eat or drink and use the toilets.
4 h
Omalos
On our way to the Samaria gorge, the last stop where you can buy your needs for during the walk.
10 min
Samaria Gorge National Park
The largest gorge of Europe, 18km long and takes around 4,5 hours to walk.
Escorted by our experienced tour guide.
5 h
Agia Roumeli
At the end of the gorge, you have enough time to relax and take a refreshing swim and have lunch at one of the local small taverns.
The boat brings you to Chora Sfakion.
2 h
Sfakia
After a boat trip of about 1h, your coach waits for you to start the way back.
1 h

Meeting point

Pickup: GENERAL: Area Malia: +/- 4.50 am Area Stalida/Stalis: +/- 5.10 am Area Chersonissos: +/- 5.15 am Area Anissaras: +/- 5.30 am Area Analipsi: +/- 5.45 am Area Gouves: +/- 5.50 am Area Gournes: +/- 5.55 am Area Kokini Chani: +/- 6.00 am Area Karteros: +/- 6.10 am Area Heraklion: +/- 6.20 am Area Amoudara(Gazi): +/- 6.25 am HOTELS: See the list. If your hotel is NOT in the list, there is a pick up place NEARBY. TIME: Between 4.40 am - 6.25 am From Ammoudara till Rethymnon: during drive to Samaria

Important information

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Travel time is added on the time duration. Keep in mind that the way to Samara, and back, is a LONG drive!
Not suitable for people with overweight
Not for people with leg, knees, hip, back, heart problems or asthma.