If you want to get a taste of the majestic and spectacular Samaria Gorge but do not quite feel up to the challenge of doing the long hike, this is the right excursion for you!
You will drive to the South Coast and then get on a boat which will take you to the exit of the gorge. You can then hike up to the gorge's most impressive area, the so-called 'Iron Gates', where the rockfaces only leave a few meters for the river to flow through – this is the best spot for pictures.
Then you hike back to the coast where you can go for a swim in the Libyan Sea and have lunch in one of the many tavernas before getting on your boat for the return trip.
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Stretching for some 16 km through the White Mountains, the George of Samaria is one of Europe's longest and wildest. Hiking through the gorge and descending from an altitude of almost 1.000m to sea level is a fantastic experience if you are a nature lover and active person.
This gorge, that runs parallel to its bigger neighbour Samaria, is only 8km long and easily accessible also for less experienced hikers or families. The gorge is absolutely beautiful, with lots of opportunities for pictures of the impressive rock formations and the surrounding mountains.
The ideal combination, where you can enjoy a bit of sightseeing, shopping and a relaxing boat trip with time for swimming.
Enjoying a picturesque view of the deep blue waters of the Cretan Sea as we travel east along the north coast, we arrive at the Bay of Mirabello and the quaint little town of Agios Nikolaos. Agios Nikolaos is one of the most picturesque towns on our island because of the lovely bay, the vibrant streets, and—most importantly—the lake in the middle of the town. We visit for a leisurely coffee break, a quick shopping trip, or a stroll around the gorgeous lake.
You will arrive in Heraklion via a cozy motor coach following your journey along the National Road. One of the most significant palaces of the Minoan civilization, the once-beautiful Knossos Palace, is what made this town famous. Mythology claims that it was the home of the fabled King Minos and is associated with exciting tales like the Labyrinth and the myth of the Minotaur. Discover the magnificent past with your experienced guide while you explore the partially restored remnants of this once-glorious palace.
Discover some of Crete's most important landmarks on this trip to the Southern Coast. Driving past quiet villages on the slopes of the imposing Psiloritis mountain you will reach the pretty port of Agia Galini where you have time for a refreshment or a first dip into the sea.
If you want to see the real face of Crete, its authentic way of life and unspoiled traditions, join us on a trip to the area of Psiloritis, Crete's highest and majestic mountain range.
Wild gorges, high mountains, rugged landscapes and to top it, an otherworldly beach palm trees as far as the eye can see, this is what we have in store for you on this trip.
Crete's two top beaches in one day, what else can you ask for? Early in the morning you shead to the utmost Southwest of the island, to the world-famous beach and lagoon of Elafonisi. Pink-coloured sand, turquoise waters and endless dunes are waiting to be discovered before the crowds arrive.
Right at the Northwestern tip of the island of Crete, spectacular sights await you: you depart by boat from the port of Kissamos and stop at the island of Gramvoussa. This rugged, uninhabited place was the hideout for pirates and revolutionaries during the Turkish occupation.
This trip takes you to the Southernmost point of the island. You will pass through some of the best countryside Crete has to offer: wild gorges, picturesque mountain villages with colourful flowers on every doorstep and balcony, cypress and carob trees and chestnut forests.
This tour starts with a drive through the wild beauty of the White Mountains and takes you to the port of Chora Sfakion on the South Coast. Here you will start your short boat trip along the dramatic coastline to the tiny picturesque fishing village of Loutro with its white-washed houses, reachable only from the sea.
