Samaria gorge is the longest in Europe and one of the most impressive gorges in Greece. Follow the path through this famous gorge, marvel its natural landscape, from the White Mountains to thousand-year-old forests and the river across it.
At the end of the path, you will find the village of Agia Roumeli, where people can swim, relax at the beach, or find a tavern to have lunch within full view of the Mediterranean Sea.
Posted By : J2919CYcatherinev
I was extremely impressed with tour operator Cretan Odyssey.My criteria for my on line search was date availability,tour in English, convenient pick up location and value for money.They met all requirements.The pick up was punctual and their organisation very efficient as I had to change coach at a restaurant stop to join my group.Maritsa was an exceptional multi lingual guide.She gave valuable information as we drove over the stunning white mountains to maximise our experience and enjoy wonderful views.She gave detailed instructions for our hike and pick up afterwards.We also we're lucky to have a driver ensuring our comfort and safety as we ascended the mountains on the hair pin bends.It was a very hot, sunny day so the gorge looked spectacular.The hike was challenging in the heat.You need to stop to take in the views because the path is rocky all the way and some stones are slippy.There are numerous welcome springs to refill your bottle to rehydrate.The last section through the narrow gorge is exposed so rehydration is essential in that section.I was exhilarated when I got to the end and experienced the beautiful, pristine clear Libyan Sea.Then a pleasant boat ride.I also liked the company trying to support local businesses, my 3 euro 50.souvlaki was good on the way back.Thank you Cretan Odyssey for a great day!!
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Posted On : 2024-06-28 02:51:27 
Posted By : I4691OGclaudias
Wir haben am Flughafen von Heraklion für 14 Tage ein Auto bei der Firma Citycar gemietet. Sehr freundliches, kompetentes und schnelles Service bei der Reservierung (per E-Mail auf Englisch) und auch vor Ort bei der Abholung. Das Auto war zwar etwas älter aber in sehr gutem Zustand. Auch bei der Rückgabe gab es keinerlei Probleme. Der Vermieter war wieder sehr freundlich, kompetent und flott!
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Posted On : 2024-06-27 08:02:32
Posted By : 552michelj
It is a wonderful hike, not that difficult but it takes a lot of effort, the walls look like they were painted. What we didn't like at all was the tour guide Marisa, who put a lot of pressure on us to be on time for the ferry at the other end (the time is too much for inexperienced hikers to manage), she didn't walk with us and if something happened to us, she said we would spend the night there. Irresponsible. And the further east you go, the tour becomes an 18-hour ordeal.
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Posted On : 2024-06-04 07:22:30
Posted By : 458MelanieS
Wonderful experience. I would say to bring lunch +/- snacks with you along with cash. Many of the stops before we got to the trail did not take cash and I wasn't prepared for that. The transport was amazingly organized and efficient. The trail is gorgeous! The walking stick I got at one of the stops was helpful and would recommend if you have any joint or balance issues. I think it is fine without one but easier with one at the beginning. I appreciated that we didn't have to go as a group so we got to go at our own pace and everyone spread out naturally so the trail wasn't crowded.
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Posted On : 2024-05-23 15:57:40
Posted By : Z4070PDsuet
Beautiful scenery but very difficult hiking, walking on rocks and stones most of the time. Must take good hiking shoes, poles and snacks. Water fountains and toilets are available along the trail.
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Posted On : 2024-05-18 09:51:56
Posted By : Sangita_N
The smell of the trees, the clarity of the river, and just the beauty of it all. The hike took us about five and half hours. Definitely have shoes that provide ankle support. We also were hiking at a pretty good pace, but didn’t make it down to the beach in time to go swimming. We had about 30 minutes before the boat was going to leave and decided we better get some food, because once on the boat, then it was get on the bus. The hotel restaurant closes at 9:30 and we wouldn’t get back until 10. wish we could have had maybe another 30 minutes so we could have enjoyed the water.
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Posted On : 2024-05-09 02:28:06 
Posted By : Wyeno
For me a 60 something very overweight bloke this was challenging and maybe a bit too challenging but I did it and it's super impressive. It is hard work and the difficulty can detract from the experience if you not young or fit.
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Posted On : 2023-10-18 09:37:08
Posted By : andrehP3698AJ
Very well organized trip - timed with no unnecessary delays, a stopover on the way there and back was also good. The tour guide presents information charmingly in three languages. Only the somewhat late announcement of the meeting times - but that's probably due to the weather, to wait and see whether Sanmaria will be open. A brief information about this would have been good. Anyway, a great 5-hour hike with a final sea bath.
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Posted On : 2023-10-04 15:01:53
Posted By : Maggie_G
(1) This hike is difficult. Most people will judge a hike's difficulty by the length or the elevation gain. Neither of those numbers scared us away from this hike. The real killer here is that the trail is entirely rocky staircases. Even on the so-called flat part of the trail, it goes up and down constantly just a few feet at a time. The tour group you choose cannot change how difficult this hike is, so prepare yourself by wearing real hiking shoes and bringing walking sticks.
(2) This tour group will not hold your hand on this hike, and are primarily there to offer transportation. It was mentioned many times that is possible to miss the bus home if you make a wrong turn and the tour group will not help you along the trail. I felt very rushed for the entirety of the hike, and felt like I could not stop to take pictures. Every interaction with our tour guide was that we were late and going to miss the bus, so we did not feel welcome at all on this tour.
If you're thinking about going, my advice would be to stay closer to the gorge so that you can start the hike earlier and take your time, and probably choose a different tour group.
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Posted On : 2023-06-21 12:28:13
Posted By : Brian_B
Excellent day, but a long day, make sure u have decent trainers or walking boots and are reasonably fit and have good knees 🤣 take plenty food and water with you! Last boat back to bus is 5.30pm and it does not wait! Scenery was stunning 🤩 well worth a visit
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Posted On : 2023-05-10 12:34:18
