Hiking at Samaria, the longest Gorge in Europe! From Chania
Overview
Embarking on the Samaria Gorge hike, you’ll experience a full-day adventure that begins early in the morning and culminates in the picturesque Agia Roumeli. Starting from Xyloskalo, you’ll descend 600 wooden steps into the heart of this majestic gorge, encountering breathtaking scenic views that will inspire you to keep going. The hike is undeniably a physical challenge, stretching over 16.5 kilometers, but it’s this very difficulty that makes reaching the end so rewarding.
What's Included
- Pick-up and drop-off service from designated pick-up points
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking guide
- Samaria Gorge entrance fee
- Boat ticket from Agia Roumeli to Sougia
Meeting and Pickup
Pick-up and drop-off service from/to predesignated points mainly from hotels in Agia Marina, Agioi Apostoloi, Chania City Center, Gerani, Halepa area, Kalamaki, Kolymvari, Maleme, Platanias, Stalos, Tavronitis.IMPORTANT: Participants will be assigned the nearest designated pick-up point based on the location they provide. The exact pick-up point and details will be communicated after booking confirmation. Upon confirmation, the supplier will send you your pickup details, including the pickup location, pickup time and activity voucher. Please check your WhatsApp/Viber messages and email, including your junk/spam folder.Failure to check the information provided or contact us in time may result in a missed pickup or activity. In such cases, refund requests will not be accepted.
What To Expect
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Samaria Gorge National Park
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- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with Knee and Leg Problems!
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- You need absolutely good hiking shoes or strong trainers along with sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, a towel, swimsuit, an extra pair of socks and a light jacket.Please keep in mind that this is not an easy walk, but a Hike through the longest Gorge of Crete!
- Minimum age is 15 years old.
- In order to avoid waiting in line, we recommend buying your Samaria ticket through https://samaria-tickets.necca.gov.gr/checkout when pick-up details will be advised to you
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- This tour 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.
- Pick-up and drop-off service from designated pick-up points.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- English-speaking guide.
- Samaria Gorge entrance fee.
- Boat ticket from Agia Roumeli to Sougia.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 16. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Hiking at Samaria, the longest Gorge in Europe! From Chania is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with Knee and Leg Problems!
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Hiking at Samaria, the longest Gorge in Europe! From Chania will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Pick-up and drop-off service from designated pick-up points
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking guide
- Samaria Gorge entrance fee
- Boat ticket from Agia Roumeli to Sougia
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with Knee and Leg Problems!
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- You need absolutely good hiking shoes or strong trainers along with sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, a towel, swimsuit, an extra pair of socks and a light jacket.Please keep in mind that this is not an easy walk, but a Hike through the longest Gorge of Crete!
- Minimum age is 15 years old.
- In order to avoid waiting in line, we recommend buying your Samaria ticket through https://samaria-tickets.necca.gov.gr/checkout when pick-up details will be advised to you
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
