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Crete: Gorges of the South-West Trek (Self-guided Hiking)

8 days
From Sougia to Chania
5.0
3 traveler reviews

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Hiking & Trekking
Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
Self-guided
Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Ages 10+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Arrival in Paleochora

    Optional Activities

    • Explore the cosy streets of Paleochora with cafes and restaurants
    • Visit Paleochora's beaches - sandy and rocky beaches along the approximately 11 km coastline
    • Visit the remains of the Venetian fortress
    Landmarks
    Venetian Fortress of Paleochora
  2. Day 2

    Paleochora

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided circular hiking trek starting from Azogires village
    • Hike through Anidri Gorge
    • Beach time at Gialiskari beach with swimming opportunity

    Optional Activities

    • Ferry to Elafonissi Lagoon (June-September, subject to availability; ferry tickets not included)
    • Coastal walk with stops at deserted beaches back to Paleochora
    • Taxi transfer from Kryos Beach back to Paleochora (not included)
    Landmarks
    Monastery of the 99 Monks Trail
    Anidri Gorge
    Gialiskari Beach
    Elafonissi Lagoon
    Kryos Beach
  3. Day 3

    Paleochora to Sougia

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Hiking trek from Paleochora to Sougia along coastal path (E4)
    • Visit ancient Lissos archaeological site

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming at Lissos in the healing waters
    Landmarks
    Ancient Lissos
    E4 Coastal Path
  4. Day 4

    Sougia to Omalos

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Hiking trek through Agia Irini Gorge
    • Hiking trek through Figou Gorge
    • Visit chapel Agios Theodoros
    Landmarks
    Agia Irini Gorge
    Figou Gorge
    Chapel Agios Theodoros
    White Mountains
  5. Day 5

    Omalos to Agia Roumeli

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Hiking trek through Samaria Gorge

    Optional Activities

    • Optional walking trek to Kastro (Castle of Agia Roumeli) from Agia Roumeli - 10 km
    Landmarks
    Samaria Gorge
    Agia Roumeli
    Kastro (Castle of Agia Roumeli)
    Libyan Sea
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  6. Day 6

    Agia Roumeli to Loutro

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Byzantine church of Agios Pavlos
    • Hiking trek to Marmara beach
    • Coastal walk to Loutro

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch at tavern on Marmara beach
    Landmarks
    Church of Agios Pavlos
    Marmara Beach
    Loutro
  7. Day 7

    Loutro

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Circular walking trek above Loutro to Anopolis
    • Visit abandoned village of Aradena

    Optional Activities

    • Full hiking route through Aradena Gorge
    • Shorter 4-hour alternative route via Livaniana village
    Landmarks
    Anopolis Village
    Aradena Village
    Aradena Gorge
    Livaniana Village
  8. Day 8

    Departure from Loutro

    Landmarks
    Chora Sfakion
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  • Crete: Gorges of the South-West Trek (Self-guided Hiking) reviewer 1
    July 28th, 2022
    5.0
    This 8day hiking trip in Crete worked like clockwork. Every transfer was on time, the walking details were great and...
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    Traveled in June 2022
  • Crete: Gorges of the South-West Trek (Self-guided Hiking) reviewer 2
    April 19th, 2021
    5.0
    An excellent itinerary and on-site organization. Crete turned out to be an amazing island, hiding loads of secrets....
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    Traveled in September 2020
  • Crete: Gorges of the South-West Trek (Self-guided Hiking) reviewer 3
    April 16th, 2021
    5.0
    A great tour, revealing just a fraction of a great and diverse island. Will definitely go back to explore the rest of...
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    Traveled in September 2020
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