Samaria Gorge Trek: Europe's Longest Gorge

Embark on a challenging and breathtaking trek through the stunning Samaria Gorge, one of Europe’s longest and most famous gorges. Marvel at natural wonders, enjoy free time in Agia Roumeli, and take a scenic boat ride back. Book now!

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Samaria Gorge - Samaria Gorge, the longest gorge in Europe, is situated 4,000 feet above sea level. This full-day (12-hour) excursion to Samaria Gorge begins with a pick-up in Rethymnon and a drive to Omalos, located in the heart of the White Mountains, where breakfast can be enjoyed before starting the hike. The trek will lead you over rocks and…
What's Included
  • Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off at multiple locations
  • Comfortable in-vehicle air conditioning
  • Guidance by a professional multi-lingual guide (English, German, French)
What's Not Included
  • Boat ticket
  • Personal expenses and Food and drinks
  • No pickup from remote hotels such as Grand Rimondi (pick up is from Creta star bus stop)
  • Entrance fees
  • Entrance fees
  • Boat ticket (Up to 12 years old)
Additional Information

Embark on a thrilling journey through one of the lengthiest and most renowned gorges in Europe. This tour from Rethymno will have you admiring natural marvels all day, from the White Mountains to ancient forests and beyond.
Your guide will be present to supply all essential information about your trek and issue your entrance and ferry boat tickets….

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Julie
Aug 14, 2025
Great experience - Our bus arrived on time. Air conditioned. Our host Pia was great. Spoke to us in English, French and German. Very clever. The walk through the gorge was beautiful but be prepared it is an exhausting walk. Finished with a refreshing dip in the sea and a beer. Over all the day was brilliant and I would consider doing it again one day once my legs have recovered 🤣
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Gatorkend
Jul 15, 2025
Everything was perfect! - Our family of 5 (kids 19, 16, 16) took a Samaria Gorge group excursion with Platanos Tours this week and had a perfect experience. This more than a full day. We met our bus close to our vacation rental at 6am. We were dropped off at 8pm. I can be cheap when I think I can make my own arrangements and considered that briefly. In retrospect, I can't believe I considered that for an instant. Platanos Tours: 1) were exactly on time for pickup. 2) drove us in a very comfortable charter bus 1-1/2 hours to a taverna close to the park entrance. 3) Gave us a little more than a half hour for a quick breakfast. 4) drove us to the park entrance. 5) QUICKLY procured entrance tickets to the park (we paid that in addition to the tour fee). 6) sent a guide down through the all day gorge hike to ensure there were no stragglers in need of assistance. 7) at the end, the guide procured ferry tix for all (also not included in the tour fee). 8) drove us back another 1-1/2 hours for drop off. Our guide, Pia, was great! Pleasant, patient, and most importantly, clearly communicated a lot details over the course of the day that were critical for a good experience. Our driver (I'm sorry I can't give him a shout-out by name! But our trip was 14 Jul 2025) was great! Maybe something I would have under appreciated in the morning, but after two 1-1/2 trips through the hair-pin switchbacks of the White Mountains, I had a newfound gratitude for this guy's driving!! At ~30 euro/ each, this tour was a tremendous value.
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R4602lachloeb
Jul 1, 2025
Highly Recommend - Fantastic Trip! Well organised and as described. Our guide George was brilliant very informative and lovely making sure everyone was happy and ok throughout the day. The Gorge was a bit challenging in places but very beautiful and scenic.
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Lindaleigh30
May 29, 2025
A fantastic experience ... - What a fantastic experience. The views were amazing and it felt really good having tested ourselves doing this hike. Alex our guide was really attentive and helpful and our driver very experienced and safe. A wonderful day out all in all.
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Goplaces65988630775
May 7, 2025
Beautiful Hike☀️ - The hike was an amazing experience! Definitely challenging, I wouldn't recommend it for children but as an average adult totally fine🥰 The tour guide was also super friendly and professional😊
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Charlotte_c
Oct 5, 2024
Memorable - Amazing day. Beautiful scenery. Enjoyed v much, though legs rather stiff the next day. Should have had a 10 min stretch before the descent! V friendly and helpful guide, called George
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Daytrip301669
Sep 6, 2024
Honest Company! - The trip was cancelled because the Gorge closed for seismic assessment. I was very happy to see the change reversed, although i really wanted to go.
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Tanya_b
Jun 11, 2024
Family of 6 had an amazing hike. - The easy bus pick up outside our hotel. The safe cool nice bus ride. Pia our guide who was very helpful. The hike was one of the most amazing things I have done. The fresh water and food along the way. The ferry ride home.
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Curious10985655712
May 15, 2024
Beautiful environment. - Beautiful environment. Must experience!! Make sure you have good-fitting walking shoes. That don't slide. Cut your toenails short so that they do not touch the toe of the shoe. This is because it is a descent of 13 km. About rocks. Quite steep. We went in May. Then the temperature is perfect for this trip. The next day you will notice it in your legs. But it's definitely worth it!!!
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Pahrnia_p
May 21, 2024
Bad communication from Viator! - They won't take responsibility for not collecting me for the tour I paid for. My screenshots clearly show I am being picked up form my hotel at 6:20am - not a time someone willingly gets up on holiday. No one collected me and when I contacted them via the app they told me I should have checked my emails as this wasn't the pick up location. They won't issue me a refund. As most people, I don't check my emails on holiday. Disappointed to say the least.
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).