Full-day trek from Chania
Coach to Omalos in the White Mountains and breakfast, then the walk down the gorge at your own pace to the village of Agia Roumeli.
- Pickup from Chania
- Walk at your own pace
- Ends at Agia Roumeli
Trips & tickets
Samaria trips differ mainly in the logistics around the walk. These are the options that genuinely differ, and what to check before booking.
Coach to Omalos in the White Mountains and breakfast, then the walk down the gorge at your own pace to the village of Agia Roumeli.
The 16 km gorge from Chania with a hiking guide carrying radios, a safety briefing before you start and the ferry from Agia Roumeli.
The same gorge day with pickup in Rethymno and a guide.
A long day from the Heraklion area to Omalos and down the 17 km gorge.
Bus to Chora Sfakion and the ferry to Agia Roumeli, then a walk up from the south end of the gorge towards the Iron Gates.
The full GetYourGuide listing for the Samaria Gorge — organised hikes with transfers, guided walks and private trips from Chania, Rethymno and Heraklion, with live prices.
Some tours include the coach both ways and the boat; some leave the boat or the park ticket to you. Check what is included.
The gorge opens only in part of the year and can close in bad weather. Confirm it is open on your date.
It is a long descent on rough ground. Check the tour's pace and fitness guidance before booking.
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