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13 Best Crete Hikes

The trails worth the early start.

The 13 crete hikes worth lacing up for. A short list of the trails hikers finish grinning about, with the distance, the price and who guides them.

13 Best Crete Hikes

From Chania/Rethymno: Samariá Gorge Guided Hike with Pickup - Pickup in Chania and Rethymno: built for many hotel locations
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From Chania/Rethymno: Samariá Gorge Guided Hike with Pickup

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

Full-day Samariá Gorge hike from Chania/Rethymno with pickup: Omalos start, Iron Gates cliffs, Agia Roumeli swim, ferry to Sougia.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Although it was massively busy day on the trail, it was still amazing experience. Trail is kept in good state making it easy to walk. Facilities like w or resting place are quite often, which is also nice addition to this beautiful trail :)”

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Crete: Samaria Gorge Hike - Starting at Xiloskalo: where the Taras River route begins
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Crete: Samaria Gorge Hike

3.Crete: Samaria Gorge Hike

A long guided hike through Crete’s Samaria Gorge, ending with a beach swim at Agia Roumeli and coastal ferry views to Sfakia.

★ 4.4

“Mostly there’s not much thing we had to take care due our tour guide’s absolutely reliable professionalism. Also, pro tip to not bring many water bottle, ‘cause you can find fountains at certain rest areas and refill. Backpack, sportshoes recommended. Pay attention to the given map carefully! Have cash by yourself for tickets later!!”

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From Georgioupoli: Easy Hiking Day-Trip to Imbros Gorge - Imbros Gorge Walk: Easy-Style Pace With Important Footing
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From Georgioupoli: Easy Hiking Day-Trip to Imbros Gorge

Sarakina Gorge hiking & swim Adventure - Jeep Safari South Crete - Mirabello Gulf Viewpoint: Big Coast Views Without the Long Hike
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Sarakina Gorge hiking & swim Adventure – Jeep Safari South Crete

Samaria Gorge Hiking Tour from Chania with Professional Guide - The gorge hike itself: Ksyloskalo to Agia Roumeli
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Samaria Gorge Hiking Tour from Chania with Professional Guide

From Chania: Samariá Gorge Guided Hike - The road to Omalos: your long bus ride, turned into a warm-up
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From Chania: Samariá Gorge Guided Hike

9.From Chania: Samariá Gorge Guided Hike

Guided hike through Europe’s longest Samariá Gorge from Chania, ending with a swim at Agia Roumeli and ferry ride to Sougia.

★ 4.4

“Très bonne organisation du départ en Bus, pause pour déjeuner, prise de billets (prévoir du liquide pour le bateau, l'appoint de préférence) et retour. La guide pour ces étapes et ses explications dans le bus était attentionnée à ce que chacun la comprenne dans son anglais. Le site et la rando elle même sont superbes…”

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PRIVATE Hiking Walking GORGE nearby Hersonissos CRETE - Aposelemis Stop: Starting in the Mountains (and Why It Matters)
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PRIVATE Hiking Walking GORGE nearby Hersonissos CRETE

10.PRIVATE Hiking Walking GORGE nearby Hersonissos CRETE

Private 5-mile gorge hike near Hersonissos with hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and Cretan culture lessons from your guide.

★ 5.0

“The gorge hike with Louise was such great fun, an unforgettable experience where we learned so much about the culture, flora and fauna of Greece, it really was one of the highlights of our trip, so interesting and personalised to our needs. Don't miss the opportunity to experience a private hike on your holiday to…”

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Crete: Kavousi Canyon Guided Hike & Beach Swim - Entering the Thrypti Mountains from Kavousi Village
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Crete: Kavousi Canyon Guided Hike & Beach Swim

Hiking at Samaria, the longest Gorge in Europe! From Chania - The early start from Chania and the Omalos Plateau launch
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Hiking at Samaria, the longest Gorge in Europe! From Chania

12.Hiking at Samaria, the longest Gorge in Europe! From Chania

Hike Crete’s famous Samaria Gorge from Chania with round-trip transport and a guide. Rough terrain, long day, and extra costs.

★ 3.5

“This was an extremely challenging and dangerous trek. Slippery rocks, steep inclines and very rugged terrain was never highlighted. We saw several people with leg injuries at the conclusion of the trip. The extra bus and boat costs were also a surprise. Trek schedule allowed very little time to appreciate its beauty.”

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Wild swimming and Hiking in West Crete - The wild swim: gear, kayak support, and a workout you can manage
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Wild swimming and Hiking in West Crete

13.Wild swimming and Hiking in West Crete

Wild swim and hike in West Crete with wetsuits and a local guide—secluded pebble beaches, olive groves, and rocky trails.

★ 5.0

“Fiona and Manu took me and 10 friends (ages 14 - adult) on a beautiful hike and swim. The whole group absolutely loved the adventure, their guiding style was so perfect - so many things like this are too full of bravado. The others (who hadnt Read more”

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