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Crete Coast to Coast Tour
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Accommodations
Accommodations for 7 nights are included. Accommodations before the tour in Chania or Heraklion are not included but can be added as a supplement. You may also add additional nights at any of the stops on the tour as a supplement.
Meals
Don't worry about meals. 7 breakfasts are included.
Transfers
Check out the 'What's Included' tab for more info on personal transfers during your tour.
Local Support
Travel stress-free knowing in-country local support is available by regular phone or WhatsApp to support you during your tour.
Payments Made Easy
Enjoy the flexibility and ease of staggered payments in your own currency using your choice of credit card.
Route Resources
Route notes, maps, and/or a trail app make navigation on this tour a breeze.
Park Entrance Fees
Included where possible! Check the 'What's Included' tab for more info on park entrance fees during your tour.
Luggage transfers
Take a load off, with optional or included luggage transfers. Check inclusions for further details.
Accommodation for Crete Coast to Coast Tour
This tour is based in simple 3-star hotels. The hotels offer basic rooms, but some of them come with spectacular waterfront views.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
If you prefer a single room or you are a solo traveller, the required supplements are included in the listed prices.
Styled like a typical Cretan housing complex, this village sets a high standard for accommodation in Vamos. Enjoy a private balcony, a shared outdoor pool, and a scrumptious breakfast.
Night 3-4
Panorama Askifou B&B, Askifou
The incredible views of the plateau and mountains beyond this hotel are impressive. It has clean, simple rooms and a beautiful outdoor pool.
Recently renovated rooms and unparalleled views await you at Kyma Hotel. Be served by lovely hosts and enjoy your meals at the adjoining tavern—one of the best in town!
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Crete Coast to Coast Tour Details
Overview
Crete Coast to Coast Tour Overview
Explore the beautiful island of Crete on this 8-day self-guided walking tour. Crete is the largest of the Greek islands in the Aegean Sea, and it has a one-of-a-kind landscape for you to explore! Escape the crowds as you walk along remote coastlines to visit tranquil beaches and quiet seaside villages.
During the tour, you’ll spend some time exploring the breathtaking Lefka Ori, also called the White Mountains, where you’ll have a chance to challenge yourself on a mountain trail. This walking tour explores all the stunning coastline that you’d expect to see on a Greek island and features the superb natural beauty of Crete’s mountains and gorges that may come as a surprise! For a thorough exploration of this magical island, check out the details of the Crete Coast to Coast Tour.
Itinerary
Crete Coast to Coast Tour Itinerary
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Day 1
Day 1: Start Your Tour in Vamos
Overnight Location - Hotel in Vamos | Distance - None | Meals - None
To get to your hotel in Vamos, you can take public transportation from either Chania or Heraklion Airport, or you can make arrangements in advance for a taxi or a shuttle. Once you arrive in Vamos, spend the afternoon exploring the village.
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Day 2
Day 2: Walk Through the Greek Countryside
Overnight Location - Hotel in Vamos | Distance - 4 hours, 12km, 200m of ascent, 200m of descent | Meals - Breakfast
A pleasant walk through the agricultural landscapes of Apokoronas. You will walk along several
villages, see a monastery, scattered churches and the oldest olive press of Western Crete. A pleasant
walk to familiarize with the area in this first walking day of the tour.
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Day 3
Day 3: Hike the Nippos Circuit
Overnight Location - Hotel in Askifou | Distance - 4 hours, 14km, 400m of ascent, 400m of descent | Meals - Breakfast
Your route today is a loop beginning in Nippos. As you leave the village, you’ll walk through hills covered in cypress and olive groves. In the distance, you’ll see the Lefka Ori Mountains, which may have snow at the top if you’re visiting in the winter or spring.
Following your hike, you’ll be driven to your next destination in the mountains.
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Day 4
Day 4: Mountain Walk in the Lefka Ori
Overnight Location - Hotel in Askifou | Distance - 4 hours, 16km, 700m of ascent, 700m of descent | Meals - Breakfast
Today will be an exciting day as you hike into the Lefka Ori, also known as the White Mountains. The trail poses a challenge as you climb to an elevation of 1300m. You’ll love the quiet remoteness of the trail with no villages in sight.
At the end of your path, you’ll have an unparalleled view of the peaks rising above you before you begin your descent. The return trail brings you through a dense forest, but the occasional break in the trees offers beautiful views of the Askifou Plain below.
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Day 5
Day 5: Explore the Imbros and Sfakion Gorges
Overnight Location - Hotel in Chora Sfakion | Distance - 4 hours, 12.5km, 350m of ascent, 1100m of descent | Meals - Breakfast
Begin your day with a quick transfer to Imbros. Stop in the village to visit the market for supplies before you start your walk through the Imbros Gorge. The path goes along loose stones of a river bed for about two hours, interspersed with short easier sections of trail. As you leave the gorge, you may want to stop in one of the tavernas in Komitades for lunch.
Your walk continues through farming fields and across the Sfakiano gorge until you reach the sea and Chora Sfakion.
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Day 6
Day 6: Hike to Loutro
Overnight Location - Hotel in Loutro | Distance - 4.5 hours, 6,6 km, 180m of ascent, 240m of descent | Meals - Breakfast
Walk from Chora Sfakion to start your climb up through the Linga gorge to the traditional village of Anopolis. This is the perfect place to visit an authentic kafeneion and try a Sfakiana pitta, a local pastry delicacy with cream cheese and honey.
From here, you’ll follow a path with excellent views of the sparkling sea into a little bay and the village of Loutro. There are no cars in Loutro as it’s only accessible by ferry or on foot, so you’ll enjoy spending a peaceful night here!
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Day 7
Day 7: Aradhena Gorge Circuit
Overnight Location - Hotel in Loutro | Distance - 4 hours, 8,7 km, 460 m of ascent, 460 m of descent | Meals - Breakfast
Today you’ll be exploring the ancient paths around Loutro. Start your walk up a steep path that climbs up to Anopolis, and continue to the ancient ruins that sit atop the Aradhena Gorge. Follow the dramatic path through the gorge to the coast.
You can choose to continue walking the path that leads back to Loutro, or if you feel like shortening your walk, you can take another path that cuts through the village of Livaniana. If you have an early flight tomorrow, you may have to start your journey back to Chania or Heraklion today; otherwise, enjoy your last night in Loutro.
Today, you begin your travel day after breakfast. You’ll take the ferry to Chora Sfakion and can take public transportation or pre-book your transfer to Chania or Heraklion Airport.
Tour Highlights
Highlights for Crete Coast to Coast Tour
Experience the authentic charm of Vamos, and learn about its history as you wander its ancient cobblestone roads.
Walk enchanting trails that wind through mountains, gorges, ancient ruins, authentic villages, and the beautiful coastline.
Discover secluded, quiet beaches far away from the busy tourist areas.
Stay in the remote seaside town of Loutro that is only accessible by boat or on foot.
What's Included
What’s Included in the Crete Coast to Coast Tour?
Meals
7 breakfasts are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 7 nights are included. Accommodations before the tour in Chania or Heraklion are not included but can be added as a supplement. You may also add additional nights at any of the stops on the tour as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transport for your luggage is included between hotels as outlined in the itinerary. Airport transfers are not included but can be added as a supplement.
Also Included
Luggage transfer
Transfers according to itinerary
24-hour assistance phone line
Digital route notes and maps
GPS App
Not included
Admissions and entrance fees
Travel insurance
Flights
Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
Tourist taxes paid locally at each hotel
Visas if required
Personal equipment
Fees not mentioned as included
Gratuities for drivers, servers, or hotel staff if desired
Optional Extras
Airport transfers
Additional hotel nights in Chania, Heraklion, or at any of the hotels along the route
Single room supplements
Printed tour materials (in addition to digital)
Dates & Prices
Solo Traveller
Mar 28, 2025 to Jul 30, 2025$1,075USD
Aug 1, 2025 to Aug 31, 2025$1,125USD
Sep 1, 2025 to Oct 16, 2025$1,075USD
Optional transfers:On request
Single Room (2+)
Mar 28, 2025 to Jul 30, 2025$925USD
Aug 1, 2025 to Aug 31, 2025$950USD
Sep 1, 2025 to Oct 16, 2025$925USD
Optional transfers:On request
Double/Twin Room
Mar 28, 2025 to Jul 30, 2025$650USD
Aug 1, 2025 to Aug 31, 2025$495USD
Sep 1, 2025 to Oct 16, 2025$650USD
Optional transfers:On request
Triple Room
Mar 28, 2025 to Jul 30, 2025$495USD
Aug 1, 2025 to Aug 31, 2025$495USD
Sep 1, 2025 to Oct 16, 2025$495USD
Optional transfers:On request
Dates
Solo Traveller
Single Room (2+)
Double/Twin Room
Triple Room
Mar 28, 2025 to Jul 30, 2025
$1,075USD
$925USD
$650USD
$495USD
Aug 1, 2025 to Aug 31, 2025
$1,125USD
$950USD
$495USD
$495USD
Sep 1, 2025 to Oct 16, 2025
$1,075USD
$925USD
$650USD
$495USD
Optional transfers:
Accommodation
Accommodation for Crete Coast to Coast Tour
This tour is based in simple 3-star hotels. The hotels offer basic rooms, but some of them come with spectacular waterfront views.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
If you prefer a single room or you are a solo traveller, the required supplements are included in the listed prices.
Styled like a typical Cretan housing complex, this village sets a high standard for accommodation in Vamos. Enjoy a private balcony, a shared outdoor pool, and a scrumptious breakfast.
Night 3-4
Panorama Askifou B&B, Askifou
The incredible views of the plateau and mountains beyond this hotel are impressive. It has clean, simple rooms and a beautiful outdoor pool.
Recently renovated rooms and unparalleled views await you at Kyma Hotel. Be served by lovely hosts and enjoy your meals at the adjoining tavern—one of the best in town!
We rate this tour as a 3/5. This tour features daily walks that are up to 16km in length. There is a mix of moderate and challenging trails. You may benefit from having some mountainous terrain experience as some of the walks have steep hill climbs and rocky terrain with difficult footing.
Do I need a visa to travel to Greece?
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
I’ve never been on a self-guided trip! How does it work?
Self-guided travelling is not difficult! For many, it is a preferred type of travel as you are in charge of your own time and pace. You are provided all the information on which direction you need to go daily. However, self-guided travelling requires good navigation skills and those who don’t feel confident in unknown places should consider booking guided tours.
Are meals included on the Crete Coast to Coast Tour?
7 breakfasts are included.
Do I need insurance?
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your Travel Insurance.
How do I get to Vamos to start this tour?
To get to Crete, you can arrive at either Chania International Airport (CHQ) or Heraklion International Airport (HER). Once you arrive at either airport, there is public transportation available to Vamos, although it is not a direct route. Alternatively, you can take a taxi or pre-book airport transfers as a supplement.
Is the Crete Coast to Coast Tour guided?
No, this is a self-guided tour. You will be provided with a route guide and map in English for your tour.
Where does the Crete Coast to Coast Tour end?
Your tour ends in Loutro. You’ll need to take the 20-minute ferry to Chora Sfakion. Then you can choose to take public transportation, a taxi, or a pre-booked transfer to Chania or Heraklion.
Do I need special vaccines to travel to Greece?
Check with your family doctor.
Are there any travel restrictions for Greece?
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
When is the best time to travel to Greece for this tour?
The best time to travel to Greece for this walking holiday is from April to October. July and August can be quite hot and busy, so those who prefer warm weather and lighter crowds might find June and September to be pleasant months.
Tour Difficulty
Tour Difficulty
Moderate
We rate this tour as a 3/5. This tour features daily walks that are up to 16km in length. There is a mix of moderate and challenging trails. You may benefit from having some mountainous terrain experience as some of the walks have steep hill climbs and rocky terrain with difficult footing.
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