- Samaria Gorge National Park - Samaria Gorge, the longest Gorge in Europe,4,000 feet above sea level.Your full-day(12-hour) excursion to Samaria Gorge begins with a pick-up with luxury mercedes vito minivan from Rethymnon areas and a drive to Omalos, in the heart of the White Mountains you can enjoy breakfast before you start the hike.The trek will take you over rocks and stones, through a forest of 1000-year-old trees and along a river and by fresh-water springs.The profesional driver speaks English and will explain all the necessary info and provide you the tickets for the entrance and boat.Each one of our clients walks on their own pace.At the end of the trek you’ll visit the village of Agia Roumeli, where you’ll find taverns, bars and shops.You have time for a swim and lunch.Late in the afternoon about 17:30 you’ll board a boat that will take you from Agia Roumeli to Sfakia, where the minivan will be waiting to transfer you back to the starting point.
- Hotel pick-up and drop off (at selected locations)
- Private transportation in a luxury mini van
- Professional driver for your safety and comfort
- Comprehensive liability insurance coverage for peace of mind
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Entrance ticket to Samaria (€5 can be paid onsite)
- Boat ticket (€13 can be paid onsite)
Embark on an exhilarating personal day journey through one of the Europe’s lengthiest and most renowned canyons. On this adventure from Rethymno, you’ll stand in awe of the stunning wonders of nature throughout the day, from the majestic White Mountains to ancient forests and more.
Your chauffeur will impart all the crucial information regarding your trek and furnish you with the entrance and ferry boat tickets.
Subsequent to your breakfast, you commence your journey into the Samaria Gorge. At the culmination of the trek, you’ll explore the quaint village of Agia Roumeli, replete with a variety of taverns, bars, and stores. Relish some leisure time to either take a dip or savor a meal.
Later in the day, you’ll hop on a boat journeying from Agia Roumeli to Sfakia, where a minivan will await to return you to your origin point.
- Take swimming suits
- • You will be notified by email from Platanos Tours about your pickup details. Please check your spam folder.
- At the time of booking please mention your hotel name and location the pick up will be about 7.00 a.m.
- The 5 to 6-hour trek is challenging. You must have good trekking shoes or at least a sturdy pair of trainers
- This trek is not recommended for children under the age of 6, pregnant women, or anyone with health problems
- This tour is very challenging with 18 kilometers of walking with some rocky terrain
- Pick up and drop off are already included in the tour timeframe
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
