HERAKLION · DESTINATION
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The 7 most popular samaria gorge tours in Heraklion. Here's what each one actually delivers, who runs them, and what they cost.
Guided Samaria Gorge hike from Heraklion with White Mountains views, Agia Roumeli free time, and ferry back to Sfakia.
“Prompt pick up and great guide who covered everything, this was a highlight of our holiday!”
A very long, guided hike through Samaria Gorge with early hotel pickup, a boat ride back, and free time in Agia Roumeli.
“The tour description reads like a great hike through a gorge. We have already hiked some gorges and are also otherwise experienced runners. However, this tour is like a gym class at school. Due to the limited time you have to rush through the gorge, has hardly any possibility to take photos or enjoy the…”
Samaria Gorge hike plus Agia Roumeli beach swim from Heraklion. Transport and guide included; add park entry and boat fee.
“The experience was awful. It did not match the product description: (1) Description: "(The trail's) 18km long and takes around 4,5 hours to walk, always escorted by our experienced tour guide." --> Reality: The guide left us at the entrance to the trail and never showed up again until at the port. (2) As a…”
A guided Samaria Gorge hike from Heraklion with hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and an Agia Roumeli beach swim.
“The tour and experience was absolutely mesmerizing. Very happy we did this trip and would 10/10 recommend it to anyone wanting to see the beauties of Crete. Our guide was also amazing. She went above and beyond to make sure everything ran on track and was very knowledgeable about the island.”
Guided Samaria Gorge hike from Malia and Heraklion with hotel pickup, Loutro boat stop, and Agia Roumeli coast return by ferry.
“The gorge itself is spectacular and even if the hike is exausting the views are more than wort tue effort. The only sad thing was that the bus was pretty warm and the last Part from heraklion to malia tskes your forever because even if it says it just stops on the Main street you…”
Full-day Samaria Gorge walk from Heraklion with pickup, an escorted 18 km hike, end-of-gorge swim, and boat ride—long day, big payoff.
“Amazing and unforgettable experience, wonderful views. Be prepared for a hard work on your holiday, this is not for faith hearted but highly recommended”
Guided Samaria Gorge hike from Heraklion with pickup, tickets handled, and a boat-to-Sfakia return. Plan for a tough 5–6 hour trek.
“platanos tours organized everything perfect pick up guide driver and the samaria gorg was a very nice experience”
