Imbros Gorge Hiking Day Trip Including Traditional Cretan Snack

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Tour Information

Key Details

  • Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • Hotel pickup Available
  • Duration: 11 Hrs
  • Language:
    English
  • Departure Time :
    06:30 AM
  • Return Details :
    Returns to original departure point
  • Cancellation Policy :
    This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.

Overview

Escape into the Cretan countryside with a walk through Imbros Gorge, a cool, rocky ravine that makes for an easy walk. Stroll for about 5 miles (8 km) through the captivating gorge with an expert local guide, passing mountain villages and the impressive White Mountains. Visit one of the villages and then drive to Frangokastello, an old Venetian castle, where your guide will tell you about its history. Finally, cool off with a refreshing dip in the Libyan Sea. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

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Hiking in the countryside is a great thing to do on Crete, an island full of beautiful, inviting gorges with stunning views. Samaria is one that many people visit, but its a strenuous trek. Imbros, though, is a gorge for everyone, a rocky but easy 5-mile (8-km) walk. After your hotel pickup in a comfortable, air-conditioned shuttle van, travel to Imbros Gorge with your guide. Begin your walk and take in the beauty of the limestone gorge. Pass the lovely villages of Vrisses, Askifou and Imbros. In the village of Komitades, the terminus for the hike, enjoy some free time to explore the village and eat a nice, leisurely Cretan lunch (not included).
After lunch, drive to Frangokastello, an imposing castle built by the Venetians in the 14th century as a garrison to impose order on the rebellious locals. Your guide will discuss the history of the castle before you have free time to explore it. Cool off afterward with a dip in the Libyan Sea. At the end of the tour, relax on the drive back to your hotel.

Itinerary:


Hiking in the countryside is a great thing to do on Crete, an island full of beautiful, inviting gorges with stunning views. Samaria is one that many people visit, but it’s a strenuous trek. Imbros, though, is a gorge for everyone, a rocky but easy 5-mile (8-km) walk. After your hotel pickup in a comfortable, air-conditioned shuttle van, travel to Imbros Gorge with your guide. Begin your walk and take in the beauty of the limestone gorge. Pass the lovely villages of Vrisses, Askifou and Imbros. In the village of Komitades, the terminus for the hike, enjoy some free time to explore the village and eat a nice, leisurely Cretan lunch (not included).
After lunch, drive to Frangokastello, an imposing castle built by the Venetians in the 14th century as a garrison to impose order on the rebellious locals. Your guide will discuss the history of the castle before you have free time to explore it. Cool off afterward with a dip in the Libyan Sea. At the end of the tour, relax on the drive back to your hotel.

Inclusions

  • Local guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (from stated zones in itinerary)

Exclusions

  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Entrance fees (2 Euros approximately)

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adults lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Please bring sun screen, towel, bathing suit and your camera

Please wear comfortable shoes

This trip is not recommended to travelers with medical issues

Traveler Reviews

  • 10-Dec-2019

    En härlig vandring i Imbros ravinen ( bra skor ett måste ) och möts av ljuvlig utsikt över havet när man kommer till slutet

  • 30-Nov-2019

    Extremely interesting with some great highlights along the way, especially at narrow parts of the gorge. I went solo and it worked well as you enter as an individual or with your friend/ family group and go at your own pace. Friendly tour guide. Great views on the way there & back too, as a bonus.

  • 23-Sep-2019

    Guide Mariana welcoming and generous with information, driver excellent. Great varied day at gorge and beach, loved it.

  • 22-Aug-2019

    Als de Samaira kloof wat te lang is met 17km dan is deze kloof een super alternatief. Met 8 km goed te doen en zeker heel mooie stukken. Met de huurauto vanaf Chania ernaar toe in anderhalf uur. Wij zijn naar het einde beneden gereden en met een taxi naar het begin voor €25. Zijn eigenlijk locale bewoners die heen en weer rijden. Van boven toen in een uur of 2 naar beneden gelopen en weer onze auto gepakt. Leuk!

  • 05-Jun-2018

    Deze wandeling gemaakt tijdens een georganiseerde daguitstap. In het middelste gedeelte van de wandeling loopt men werkelijk in de kloof, het overige gedeelte loopt men in het groen waardoor men waarschijnlijk niet steeds in de hitte van Kreta dient te lopen. In ons geval liepen we in het eerste deel van de wandeling wel in de regen, uitzonderlijk waarschijnlijk voor Kreta

  • 05-May-2017

    This was a day trip although the actual hike through the Gorge was 2-3 hours, as it was a long drive from the pick up and drop off points. There were two guides who gave information during the drive, but the hike was independent so everyone could go at their own pace. The scenery was fantastic, and even though it was basically a slight downhill hike, the trail was mostly uneven rocks which made it a bit challenging. But lots of fun and definitely worth it.

  • 05-May-2017

    This was a day trip although the actual hike through the Gorge was 2-3 hours, as it was a long drive from the pick up and drop off points. There were two guides who gave information during the drive, but the hike was independent so everyone could go at their own pace. The scenery was fantastic, and even though it was basically a slight downhill hike, the trail was mostly uneven rocks which made it a bit challenging. But lots of fun and definitely worth it.

  • 02-Oct-2016

    Not for the faint-hearted. Having walked the Samarian Gorge some years ago we thought that this would be a lot easier as it's less than half the distance. But imagine walking along pebbles, such as those on Chesil Beach for 5 miles and you'll start to see what it's like. Our calves took about 3/4 days to recover! But is was a wonderful experience and the dip in the Libyan Sea afterwards was wonderful. Wear good shoes - walking boots are advisable not trainers.

  • 02-Oct-2016

    Not for the faint-hearted. Having walked the Samarian Gorge some years ago we thought that this would be a lot easier as it's less than half the distance. But imagine walking along pebbles, such as those on Chesil Beach for 5 miles and you'll start to see what it's like. Our calves took about 3/4 days to recover! But is was a wonderful experience and the dip in the Libyan Sea afterwards was wonderful. Wear good shoes - walking boots are advisable not trainers.

  • 25-Jun-2016

    We loved the tour. We could walk at our own pace and it was a good length for us.