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Guided Hiking in the White Mountains of Crete

Spend 8 days exploring the famous summits and gorges of Crete on this guided adventure

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Greece, Europe

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Beautiful harbour view on guided trek in the White Mountains of Crete, Greece

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8 nights

May-Oct

Trekking

Guided, Private

Hotels

Moderate (3/5)

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Route notes, maps, and/or a trail app make navigation on this tour a breeze.

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Accommodation for Guided Hiking in the White Mountains of Crete

The accommodations on this trekking tour of Crete’s White Mountains are in hotels and aparthotels. All of the accommodation is based on staying in double rooms. In some cases, accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other, comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel while traveling with your group.

Night 1

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Kriti Hotel

Located close to the Venetian Harbour in Chania, and with beautiful views of the sea and the town, the Kriti Hotel is a well-regarded hotel in Chania. There is free Wi-Fi, a special pillow menu, air conditioning and a swimming pool.

Night 2 and 3

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Neos Omalos Hotel in Omalos

This hotel offers simple rooms in a gorgeous mountain setting, an ideal place to rest after a long day hiking. Your delicious breakfast will be waiting for you when you wake.

Night 4

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Pachnes B&B

A wonderful, family-run B&B in Agia Roumeli, rooms at Pachnes come with a refrigerator, air condition and free Wi-Fi. Enjoy the great location and the rooms with mountain or sea views.

Night 5 and 6

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Kyma Hotel in Loutro

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!

Night 7

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Kriti Hotel

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Guided Hiking in the White Mountains of Crete Tour Details

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Itinerary

Guided Hiking in the White Mountains of Crete Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Chania

Overnight - Chania | Distance - None | Meals - Dinner

For many, the town of Chania is a highlight of their tour in Crete. Chania has a near perfect setting, with the White Mountains as a backdrop and a beautiful harbor and nearby beaches. Add in loads of history, a busy market, and great restaurants, and Chania is a great place to start this magnificent Cretan hiking tour. Today you will meet your guide in the afternoon at your hotel for an introductory talk and then enjoy a traditional Cretan dinner.

Day 2

Hike through the Agia Irini gorge

Overnight - Omalos | Distance - 7km, 3.5 hours | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today you will have a 90-minute transfer from Chania to the gorge of Agia Irini, where you will enter the White Mountains. Today’s Agia Irini hike takes you through a narrow gorge, a truly unique landscape, with areas of humidity and shade sustaining a variety of plants. Partway through the hike you will come to gigantic ancient plane trees gracing a large clearing. End today’s hike at Agia Irini village, from here you will transfer to the Omalos plateau. In the heart of Omalos, at an altitude of more than 1,000 metres, you will enjoy the evening breeze and the rural atmosphere, including the occasional jingling of a goat’s bell.

Day 3

Hike to the summit of Mount Gigilos

Overnight - Omalos | Distance - 9 km, 6 hours | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today you will climb Mt. Gingilos, the legendary peak overlooking Samaria, with its summit sitting at 2,080 metres above sea level. Expect a lot of uphill hiking today! The north face of Mount Gigilos, a near vertical slope of solid rock looks scary, but you will follow a path around the back that is a hike with only a little scrambling. Keep your eyes open for lammergeiers, the biggest birds in Europe. They come from Samaria gorge and glide past this cliff top so often at midday that it’s not unusual to see one. Return to Omalos for another night in town.

Day 4

Samaria Gorge

Overnight - Agia Roumeli | Distance - 16 km, 6.5 hours | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today is another highlight on this Cretan hiking tour, combining a trip through a stunning gorge down to a fine pebble beach by the sea. Start today by exploring Samaria Gorge, the longest gorge in Europe, and a truly spectacular site. As you hike through Samaria Gorge, you will go through forests of scented pines, over trickling streams, and through the Iron Gates, the narrowest point where the rocks on either side are 600m high. You will then reach the resort of Agia Roumeli, where you will be based for the next two days. Agia Roumeli is on the sea, and there is a fine pebble beach.

Day 5

Coastal Walk to Mamara and Loutro

Overnight - Loutro | Distance - 11km, 4.5 hrs | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today will be a beautiful coastal walk. You will start early to enjoy walking in the cool of the morning. The path will hug the sea, and you will walk on sand and shingle. Along the way you will pass the pretty chapel of St. Pavlos (Paul), said to mark the place where Saint Paul landed on Crete. There is a freshwater spring coming out of the beach beside the chapel. There will be a break for some swimming, before continuing on to Marmara beach, where you can enjoy another swim and lunch on overlooking the pretty azure sea. After lunch, board a water taxi and transfer to Loutro

Day 6

Free day or optional walk to Marmara and Aradena

Overnight - Loutro | Distance - 4.8km, 2.5 hours | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today is a great day to relax, and enjoy Greek culture by spending the day in the tiny fishing village of Loutro. This village is very special, as it is only accessible from the sea or via hiking trails. If you want to get out for a walk, you can hike to Marmara beach via Foinikas, and see the entrance of the Aradena gorge. The hike is about 2 hours each way, so you can either hike back or arrange for a water taxi to bring you back to Loutro.

Day 7

Coastal Hike to Sfakia

Overnight Location - Chania | Distance - 6.6 km, 3hrs | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today is another great day of walking on Crete. In the morning you will follow the coastal path to Chora Sfakion, with a break at Freshwater Beach for a swim. This 3-hour hike is a fine path, as it’s built onto a steep rock face overlooking the deep blue sea. From Chora Sfakion you will have a 2-hour transfer to Chania city, where you will have a farewell dinner.

Day 8

Departure

Accommodation - None, departure day | Distance - None | Meals - Breakfast

Unfortunately, this wonderful Greek trekking tour of the White Mountains on the island of Crete finishes today. You’ll enjoy a mighty Mediterranean breakfast and a delicious Greek coffee, before saying Goodbye. Enjoy a transfer to the port or airport, where you can make the journey back to Athens. Most guests choose the flight back. Many guests spend more time on Crete, exploring the rest of this pretty island.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions for Guided Hiking in the White Mountains of Crete

How hard is this tour?

We rate this tour as a 3 / 5. There are some longer day hikes on this trekking tour of the White Mountains. The walking is on a mixture of dirt tracks and well – constructed stone mule paths. These trips are designed for active people who enjoy active days. Participants should have hiked similar distances in the past.

Do I need a Visa?

Check with your local country about visa requirements for travel to Tanzania. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included?

7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have Travel Health and Medical insurance to join this trip. You can get travel insurance here.

How do I get to the start of this tour?

Make your way to Chania, either by a long (but pretty) ferry ride from Athens or more likely via airplane.

Are the tours in English?

Yes, your tour leader is English speaking (and a heck of a lot of fun!)

Where does the tour end?

The tour ends in Chania. You can return to Athens by an overnight ferry or book a flight back to Athens.

Can I rent gear?

You shouldn’t need to rent any gear for this tour.

Do I need vaccines?

You should check with a doctor at a licenced Travel clinic or talk to your family doctor.

Should I tip a guide?

Tips are optional and based on good service.

What should I bring with me?

Please try to travel as light as possible. Although you do not need to carry your entire luggage while walking, you will still need to carry it over short distances. Also, remember you unpack and repack on most nights. You can leave the luggage that you don’t need on the trek, at the hotel in Athens or in the offices.

Large rucksack or holdall to contain all your luggage; waterproof liner recommended.
Good waterproof top (Gore-Tex recommended or similar) with hood.
Thick socks for walking
Spare shoes for the evenings (optional)
Daypack (small rucksack, 20-40 liters) to carry picnic lunch, water bottle, cold/wet weather gear, camera, etc; straps should be strong, not too narrow and preferably padded. In wet weather, belongings should be packed in waterproof plastic bags inside the pack
Warm clothes for the evening including spare trousers and top (fleece jackets/pullovers are warm yet light); plus optionally thermal underwear, for April and October.
Sweatshirts or T-shirts for walking, at least one with collar and long sleeves (against sunburn).
Your own personal water bottle (at least 1 liter). As part of our environmental policy and actions, we are committed to eliminating the use of plastic water bottles.

When is the best time to travel to Greece for this tour?

The best time to travel to Greece for this trek is from May through October.

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