Trips & tickets

Every worthwhile way through the Samaria Gorge

Samaria trips differ mainly in the logistics around the walk. These are the options that genuinely differ, and what to check before booking.

Full-day trek from Chania

Coach to Omalos in the White Mountains and breakfast, then the walk down the gorge at your own pace to the village of Agia Roumeli.

  • Pickup from Chania
  • Walk at your own pace
  • Ends at Agia Roumeli
Full day Staying in Chania
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Samaria with a hiking guide

The 16 km gorge from Chania with a hiking guide carrying radios, a safety briefing before you start and the ferry from Agia Roumeli.

  • Hiking guide
  • Safety briefing
  • Ferry from Agia Roumeli
14 hours Extra support on the trail
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Full-day trek from Rethymno

The same gorge day with pickup in Rethymno and a guide.

  • Pickup from Rethymno
  • Walk at your own pace
  • Ends at Agia Roumeli
Full day Staying in Rethymno
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Samaria from Heraklion, Agia Pelagia or Malia

A long day from the Heraklion area to Omalos and down the 17 km gorge.

  • Pickup around Heraklion
  • 17 km hike
  • White Mountains drive
12 hours Staying further east
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Samaria the easy way

Bus to Chora Sfakion and the ferry to Agia Roumeli, then a walk up from the south end of the gorge towards the Iron Gates.

  • Ferry to Agia Roumeli
  • Towards the Iron Gates
  • Shorter walk
9 hours A shorter walk
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All Samaria Gorge hikes and transfers

The full GetYourGuide listing for the Samaria Gorge — organised hikes with transfers, guided walks and private trips from Chania, Rethymno and Heraklion, with live prices.

  • Live prices and availability
  • Cancellation terms shown on each product
  • Departures from Chania, Rethymno and Heraklion
Varies by product Comparing what is available on your dates
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How booking a Samaria trip works

1 · Check what the transfer covers

Some tours include the coach both ways and the boat; some leave the boat or the park ticket to you. Check what is included.

2 · Check the park season

The gorge opens only in part of the year and can close in bad weather. Confirm it is open on your date.

3 · Be honest about the walk

It is a long descent on rough ground. Check the tour's pace and fitness guidance before booking.

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