Description
Samaria Gorge Excursion from Rethymnon area
(Disclaimer: Not all the parts shown on this video are scheduled to be visited on this excursion)
Samaria Gorge Excursion from Rethymnon: Walk the longest Gorge in Europe and admire mother nature at its best! Experience a contradictory landscape between green shading trails and dry rock soil with a rewarding deep blue waters beach in its end...
Pick-up's from:
Panormo, Skaleta, Stavromenos, Sfakaki, Pigianos Kampos, Adelianos Kampos, Platanias (Rethymnon), Missiria, Perivolia (Rethymnon), Rethymnon, Gerani, Georgioupolis. [Check the pick-up table list below to find out which is the most convenient pick-up point & time, near your hotel]
Operating Days:
Every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday
Languages:
English, German: All days // French: Mondays
Tour includes:
Pick-up service at or near your hotel, Escort.
Extra Fees (not included in the price)
Extras payable on the spot: Boat ticket to Sfakia 13€ (adult), 7.50€ (Children), Gorge entrance: 5€
Extras payable on our website: -
Tour highlights:
Omalos, Xyloskalo, Samaria Gorge, Agia Roumeli, Boat trip, Chora Sfakion.
Direction:
Southwest Crete
Duration:
14 hours approximately - 180 km.
Overview:
On your Samaria gorge adventure, the bus will take you first along the north coast and then up into the White Mountains to the Omalos Plateau and the entrance to the gorge. There, at a height of 1.100m, you will begin the 16km walk through the longest and most beautiful gorge in Europe. After the strenuous but spectacular walk, you will be conveyed by boat on an equally glorious trip from Agia Roumeli, the village at the end of the gorge, to Chora Sfakion, where the bus will be waiting to take you back home. Good walking shoes are essential.
Accents:
1. We start early in the morning, so that our guests can have plenty of time in the gorge and after - in Agia Roumeli.
2. Guides give customers a map of the gorge and explain recommended timings for a gorge walk. So tourists can easily find their location and understand how much time they need to exit.
3. Our guides have passed the gorge hundreds of times and they are always close to the group checking if everything is ok.
Essential Tips for Conquering Samaria Gorge: A Hiker's Guide:
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, please keep the following points in mind:
1. Hydration is Key: Carry at least 2 liters of water per person to stay hydrated during the 18km hike.
2. Sun Protection: Wear a wide-brimmed hat, sunscreen, and lightweight clothing to shield yourself from the sun.
3. Comfortable Footwear: Use sturdy and comfortable hiking shoes or boots with good grip to navigate the rocky terrain.
4. Snacks and Energy: Bring energy-rich snacks like nuts, fruits, and energy bars to keep you fueled along the trail.
5. Swimwear and Towel: Pack swimwear if you'd like to take a refreshing dip in the sea at the end of the hike.
6. Respect Nature: The gorge is a protected area, so please do not litter and stay on marked paths.
7. Listen to Guides: Pay attention to your tour guides and follow their instructions for a safe journey.
Age Definition:
Adults: Over 10 years old (Full fare)
Children: 3-10 years old (50% discount)
Infants: 0-2 years old (Free of charge)
Booking Guiding Lines:
► Your Tour Language: Please check in the description which tour languages are available per day, and make sure your desired language is available on your chosen date
► Your Pick-up Point: Please check the list with all available pick-up points (and hours) from your area, on the table below
PRICING
This excursion includes in its price: Your transfer r/t from your hotel, and guide. The Adult Fare is applied to passengers of any age above 10 years old. The Child Fare applies to children between 3 and 10 years old (50% discount + extra's if chosen) and the Infant Fare to any child under 3 years old (Free of Charge // No seat reserved).
PICK-UP TABLE
Just to help you see which pick-up suits you best, here's a table of hotel accommodations and their nearest pick-ups:
| Samaria Gorge Excursion from Rethymnon RETHYMNON AREAS |
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| AREA | HOTEL | PICK UP POINT | PICK UP TIME |
| PANORMO
(only every Friday) |
Captain House, Iliana, Kasteli, Kirki, Panormo Beach, Marilena | Panormo school b/s (bus stop in Panormo-school bus stop) | 05:50 |
| Club Marine Plc | Club Marine Plc (main road-tennis court) | 05:50 | |
| Creta Marine, Creta Mare, Creta Panorama | Creta Marine National Road | 05:50 | |
| Royal blue | Royal Blue (in front of hotel) | 05:50 | |
| Europa, Stella beach | in front of hotels | 05:50 | |
| SKALETA | Rethymno Mare/Royal, Scaleta, Beggeti Bay | Scaleta b/s | 06:00 |
| Babis, Gortyna, Creta Star/ Royal, Oassis | Creta star b/s | 06:00 | |
| STAVROMENOS | Alkionis, Blue Dreams, Thalassi, Petrino | Stavromenos b/s | 06:00 |
| Blue Dream | Blue Dream (national road) | 06:00 | |
| SFAKAKI | Rimondi Grand | Kava Hatzikonstantinoo (Liquor Shop) | 06:00 |
| Danaos, Dedalos, Rathamanthys, Krini, Golden Sand, Ekavi, Aggelia Beach, Sunrise, Rose Bay | Taverna Dimitris | 06:00 | |
| PIGIANOS KAMPOS | Alkion, Amnissos, El Greco, White Palace (EX El Greco) Imperial, Dias Htl, Maravel, Silmar Emmerald | in front of hotels | 06:05 |
| ADELIANOS KAMPOS |
Rethymno Palace, Joan Beach, Sea Front, Maravel Land, Rethymno Residence, Adele Mare (Caramel) | in front of hotels | 06:10 |
| Rithymna, Orion, Eva Bay, Adele Beach, Galeana Mare, Palladion, Golden Beach, Kathrin Beach | in front of hotels | 06:10 | |
| Rethymno Sunset | Rithymna | 06:10 | |
| PLATANES or PLATANIAS (Rethymnon) | Edem Beach, Akti Hara, Galeana, Leoniki, Marinos, Axos, Rethymno Village, Nefeli | in front of hotels (main road) | 06:15 |
| Creta Sun, Castello Bianco | Ceramics shop | 06:15 | |
| Trefon, Bella Casita, Motakis Village, Bueno | S/M Pavlakis (Platanias) | 06:15 | |
| Minos Mare/ Royal, Creta Residence, La Stella, Apollo | G/S B.P. Platanias | 06:15 | |
| MISSIRIA | May Htl, Mantenia Htl, Creta Palace | in front of hotels (main road) | 06:20 |
| Camping Elisabeth, Missiria Apts. | Missiria School | 06:25 | |
| Odissia, Aristea | S/M Pavlakis (Missiria) | 06:25 | |
| PERIVOLIA | Anna Apts, Dimitrios Village, Ilian Beach | Dimitrios Beach | 06:25 |
| Esperia, Iperion, Pearl Beach/Aegean Pearl, Annita, Iakinthos, Plaza Spa Apts | Pearl Bch (East direction pickup is Olympic Suites/Irini Bar) | 06:25 | |
| Ikones, Golden Coast, Atlantis, Olympic Suites, Marylin, | in front of hotels (main road) | 06:25 | |
| Summer Dream | La Mare | 06:25 | |
| Daisy Apts, Meliti, Olympia, Zannis | Manolis Place | 06:25 | |
| Ammos Studios, Blues Sea, Blue Sky, Zantina, Ilios Hotel, Ostria | in front of hotels (main road) | 06:25 | |
| RETHYMNO CITY | Minos, Ibiscos, Mel’mar | Minos | 06:30 |
| Theartemis, Atrium, Pegasos-Battis, Steris, Poseidon, Porto Rethymno, Kriti, Medusa, Leonidas | in front of hotels | 06:30 | |
| Bio | Porto Rethymno | 06:30 | |
| Bella Mare, Lefkoniko Beach, Lefkoniko Sands Htl, Kleoniki Mare, Aloe Apts. | Europe Center (Auto Way) | 06:30 | |
| Kyma, Achillion-Civitas-Jasson, Sea Front Apts-Cosmos-Eleonora-Constantin, Astali | Marine entrance | 06:30 | |
| Olympic Palladium, Liberty | Town Hall | 06:30 | |
| Forest Park | Either Marine entrance or Town Hall | 06:30 | |
| Jo An Palace, Brascos, Youth Hostel, Casa Moatso, Barbara Studios, Peppi's Studio | Church Of Four Martyrs | 06:30 | |
| Palantino di Corina, Casa di Delfini, Antica Dimora Suites, Faros, Fortezza, Palazzo di Corina, Venneto, Palazio Rimondi, Ideon, Casa Vitae-Narcisos | Ideon | 06:35 | |
| Macaris, Petradi, Archipelagos, Philoxenia | in front of hotels (main road) | 06:35 | |
| RETHYMNON /ATSIPOPOULO | Pantheon, Atsipopoulo S/M Lidl | Atsipopoulos b/s (S/M Lidl) | 06:40 |
| GERANI | Kamari Garden | Kamari/Gerani Bridge | 06:40 |
| KAVROS (classified under Georgioupolis) |
Hydramis, Ermioni, Poledas Apts. Pepper | Ermioni b/s | 06:55 |
| Alexandros, Marie Bch | Marie Beach b/s | 06:55 | |
| Kavros Bch , Kavros Garden, Geia sou Kriti, Happy Days | B.P. Romanias | 06:55 | |
| Asimenia, Delfina, Elyros, Kournas Village, Mythos Plc, Orfeas Resort, Sandy Beach, Silver Beach, Vantaris plc /bch, Vardis Olive Garden, Villa Yannis, Apollo | Vantaris Beach | 06:55 | |
| GEORGIOUPOLIS |
Georgioupolis Resort & Aqua Park / Residence (ex.Krespen) | Georgioupolis Resort | 07:00 |
| Anemos Resort | Anemos Resort | 07:00 | |
| Pilot, Mare Monde | Pilot b/s | 07:00 | |
| Anna's House, Corrissia Princess, Eko Htl, Fereniki, Georgioupolis Beach, River House, Zorbas, Mythologia | Georgioupolis Coffee Shop Grigoris | 07:05 | |
LET US HELP! Please don't hesitate to contact us, in order to help you out choose the best pick-up that suits you best!
CANCELLATION
1. Customers who for any reason fail to participate in our excursions are obliged to inform us at least 24 hours in advance. Otherwise, no refund will be given. Cancelling at least 24 hours prior to departure, 100% full refund!
2. VisitCrete.com reserves the right to alter or cancel any tour, due to adverse weather conditions or, insufficient passenger number or, force majeure.
IMPORTANT INFO
► We do return money in case of bad weather (when the excursion is cancelled by the organizer tour operator).
► IMPORTANT: You need to be at least 10 minutes prior to your pick-up time at your pick-up point.
All you need to know about Samaria gorge in this article:
- Samaria's Gorge Geology
- Samaria's Gorge History
- Tips (What you will see, What to have with you, Download the App)
- Useful Information about Samaria Gorge
ARTICLE: Journey Through the Natural Wonders of Crete! A Dive Into the Mystical Samaria Gorge!
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