Samaria Gorge- the long way, from Chania | La Vacanza Travel

Samaria Gorge- the long way, from Chania

Duration: 13 hours
Destination: Greece, Chania Prefecture, Crete
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  • 13 hours
  • Crete
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

The gorge of Samaria is the gem of the White Mountains; hidden in the south part of the Chania district, it is the biggest gorge in Europe, covering an area of 18 kilometers in length.

The gorge’s trail starts at Ksyloskalo (Omalos plateau, 1.227 meters altitude) and after following the river bed, it ends up at the littoral village of Agia Roumeli.
After reaching Omalos, we stop at a traditional tavern, giving you the chance to have breakfast or drink coffee (optional) before you enter the gorge.
· Subsequently, you pass through the entrance to the gorge and start your hike. In the gorge you walk at your own pace. Our escort comes in an hour after you for safety reasons, so as to follow after you.
· The gorge ends up at the village of Agia Roumeli.

· At 17:30 you go aboard the ferry, Sougia or Sfakia (usually Sougia) being your destination.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Xyloskalo Restaurant - Εστιατόριο Ξυλόσκαλο, Μονοπ. Φαράγγι Σαμαριάς, Omalos 730 05, Greece

Xylóskalo is the point where the Samarian gorge starts. It is located on the Lefka Ori (White Mountains) in the plateau of Omalos, at 1250m above sea level. It is also the entrance to the gorge.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Samaria Gorge National Park, Old National Road Chanion-Kissamou Lefka Ori, Sfakia, Crete 730 05 Greece

The Gorge of Samaria lies on the southern side of Chania prefecture and is a wonderful place for hikers. Visitors from all over the world attempt trekking at this gorge. In 1962, Samaria Gorge had been declared a National Park for the survival of the endangered species kri-kri, the rare Cretan wild goat that lives only in Samaria. Apart from the kri-kri, many other endemic and rare species of flora and fauna live in this gorge.

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Agia Roumeli, Agia Roumeli, Chania Prefecture, Crete

Agia Roumeli is a small, modern seaside village on the south coast of Chania in Crete. There are many walking paths on this remote south coast of Crete, with experienced walkers enjoy the small foot paths next to the sea, with breath-taking views of the steep mountains plunging into the crystal blue waters of the Libyan Sea.

Duration: 2 hours

Inclusions
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Escort- mountain guide

Exclusions
  • Food
  • Drinks
  • Entrance fee of Samaria gorge (5 euro per person)
  • Boat ticket from Agia Roumeli (13 euro per person)
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Please notice that extra charges may apply per person or in total of the group for pick-ups from hotels- villas- airbnb outside the proximity of our tour selected pick route. In that case we can provide round trip transfer for customer(s) convenience ad-hoc quoted as per location of customer(s)' property.
  • The equipment you must have with you! ( Proper footwear socks, a hat, sunscreen, a bottle of water, swimsuit and a beach towel)
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
Hotel pick up is offered subject to customer's hotel location. In case of property (villa- hotel- airbnb) is not within tour pick up areas, client should meet our group for the tour at the nearest pick up place possible.


Departure Time

06:30 AM

Voucher info

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Duration

13 hours


User's Reviews

Zaccarie Z

11 Feb, 2023

Beauté des paysages. Balisage du sentier.arrivée en fin de parcours sur une plage de sable noire,magnifique.

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