We drive through the heartland of western Crete and reach the famous plateau of Omalos in height of 1250 meters and just 38km from Chania. The plateau of Omalos is surrounded by the splendid Lefka Ori (White Mountains). Here we find Xyloskalo (wooden step) where the path of the world famous Samaria Gorge begins. From the opposite side we see the wild mountain of Gigilos (Rotten) which height is 2080 meters.
The Samaria Gorge has been declared a national park because of the extremely rare flora and fauna. It is the gem of the Wite Mountains, hidden in the south part of
the Chania district. Samaria Gorge is the biggest gorge in Europe, covering an area of 16 kilometres in length.
Its width ranges from between 150m to 3m at its narrowest point. The trail of Samaria is the most visited trail in the whole of Greece. It is excellently
equipped with signals and signs which eliminate the danger of getting lost, it is comfortable and very well cared for, mostly with stones and soil. It is not considered a
very difficult hike, a vivid proof of which is the fact that hundreds of people cross it daily from the opening (in May) till the closing of its visiting season (in October). It is a
very pleasant hike, not a stenuous one, with many landscape alternations and a versatile environment. One should always keep in mind, however, that though the trail
as a whole is not tricky, one should be more careful during some parts of the trek.
Certainly you should wear comfortable shoes and in no circumstance sandals.
The end of the gorge is the port village of Agia Roumeli. From here we will take the boat to the Sougia. You can enjoy lunch and if you want to swim in the crystal clear fresh waters of the Libyan Sea. The expected return time is about 20.00.
Location
1 Day Tour from Chania Area to Samaria Gorge
Departure from Chania Area Daily. Pick up from your Hotel-Book Now
The price does not include:
- The boat ticket from Agia Roumeli to Sougia (13 Euro per person)
- The entrance to Samaria Gorge (5 Euro per person) / Can be booked online (Samaria Gorge website)
- Please keep your passport or ID card as there are ticket exemptions / discounts
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