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Samaria Gorge Excursion
1 day
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About this activity
Highlights of Samaria Gorge hiking
• Extraordinary rock formations,
• Indigenous rare plants, flower and bird species,
• Rough downward ground,
• Impressive and primitive view,
• Exquisite landscape that has been under no human intervention,
• Unique sensation of awe and infinite wonder for the untouched grandeur will always be engraved on our memory.
Three kilometers prior to our exiting this majestic gorge, we reach the Iron Gates (Sideroportes), the narrowest spot of the route, just a few meters wide, but 300 meters high – an amazing contradiction that can cause nothing but awe.
A bit later we arrive in the small fishing village of Agia Roumeli, where we have quite a long time to lunch and get a refreshing swim in the deep blue, crystal clear waters of the Libyan Sea, before boarding the ship that leads us back along the coast to the village of Sfakia, where we catch the bus for the return trip.
On the way back we have the chance to admire Imbros Gorge, as well as the villages of Askifou and Vrisses.
An excursion for those who feel adventurous and are pretty fit. A tip for the ones who join in: good hiking shoes, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, an extra pair of socks, swimsuit and a light jacket for the evening hours are essential.
what to keep in mind
• Remember to wear good hiking shoes, sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
• Bring with you an extra pair of socks and swimsuit. A light jacket for the evening hours is essential.
• This tour is not suitable for persons with disabilities,
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• Extraordinary rock formations,
• Indigenous rare plants, flower and bird species,
• Rough downward ground,
• Impressive and primitive view,
• Exquisite landscape that has been under no human intervention,
• Unique sensation of awe and infinite wonder for the untouched grandeur will always be engraved on our memory.
Three kilometers prior to our exiting this majestic gorge, we reach the Iron Gates (Sideroportes), the narrowest spot of the route, just a few meters wide, but 300 meters high – an amazing contradiction that can cause nothing but awe.
A bit later we arrive in the small fishing village of Agia Roumeli, where we have quite a long time to lunch and get a refreshing swim in the deep blue, crystal clear waters of the Libyan Sea, before boarding the ship that leads us back along the coast to the village of Sfakia, where we catch the bus for the return trip.
On the way back we have the chance to admire Imbros Gorge, as well as the villages of Askifou and Vrisses.
An excursion for those who feel adventurous and are pretty fit. A tip for the ones who join in: good hiking shoes, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, an extra pair of socks, swimsuit and a light jacket for the evening hours are essential.
what to keep in mind
• Remember to wear good hiking shoes, sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
• Bring with you an extra pair of socks and swimsuit. A light jacket for the evening hours is essential.
• This tour is not suitable for persons with disabilities,
Included
- Professional and Multilingual speaking guide.
- Transfers with air-conditioned luxurious buses.
- Free pick up service from any place in Crete.
Not included
- Entrance to the Samaria Gorge (5.00
- Boat ticket to Agia Roumeli – Sfakia (adult 11.00€, child 6,00
- Tips and Individual expenses.
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
Features
Tourism
90%
Cultural
60%
Aquatic
30%
