Category Imbros & Cretan Gorges

Crete · IMBROS & CRETAN GORGES

The 15 Best Imbros Gorge Walks in Crete

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Imbros is Samaria’s shorter, gentler cousin: eight kilometres of narrow rock and shade, an easier morning for the same White Mountain scenery. Below are the best Imbros and Cretan gorge walks, with the transfers and guides included, how each grades for effort, and prices, so you can pick the gorge that fits your legs.

Rethymno: Preveli Beach Damnoni Beach Kourtaliotiko Day Trip

Rethymno: Preveli Beach Damnoni Beach Kourtaliotiko Day Trip - The price picture: what $25 covers, and what costs extra

Rethymno/Chania: Preveli Beach and Kourtaliotiko Gorge Tour

Rethymno/Chania: Preveli Beach and Kourtaliotiko Gorge Tour - Getting from Chania or Rethymno to the boat at Damnoni

From Rethymno/Chania: Imbros Gorge Hike

From Rethymno/Chania: Imbros Gorge Hike - Getting there from Rethymno/Chania: long drive, comfortable pacing

3.From Rethymno/Chania: Imbros Gorge Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 353 reviews · 8 hours · from $30

Guided Imbros Gorge hike from Rethymno/Chania to Sfakia, with history landmarks, easy downhill trails, and free time for sea swim.

“Overall a good day out. The imbros Gorge is no walk in the park, I found it quite challenging because every step you take, is over loose rocks and I was glad when I finished it. A good set of trainers or walking boots is essential. Afterwards we went to a small port town called Sfakia, which was really nice, which had some good places to eat and a lovely little beach. Our guide was very good and gave us a running commentary of the history of the area, and she was looking out for us, all the time, making sure if we needed anything and giving us useful advice.…”

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Crete: Sarakina Gorge, Forests, and South Coast Safari

Crete: Sarakina Gorge, Forests, and South Coast Safari - The drive in an orange Land Rover Discovery (and why it matters)

4.Sarakina Gorge, Forests, and South Coast Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 301 reviews · 7 hours · from $115

Off-road Crete safari to Sarakina Gorge, Kroustas forest, and Myrtos/Milatos beach. Small group, taverna lunch, swim time.

“Great guide and learned lots about Cretan life. Unfortunately a lady on the trip was taken ill so we had to return after lunch and didn’t get to finish the planed itinerary.”

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From Rethymno: Kourtaliotiko, Preveli Palm Beach, & Damnoni

From Rethymno: Kourtaliotiko, Preveli Palm Beach, & Damnoni - Damnoni Beach Morning: Coffee, Swims, and Getting Your Bearings

Heraklion: Preveli By Boat, Damnoni & Kourtaliotiko Springs

Heraklion: Preveli By Boat, Damnoni & Kourtaliotiko Springs - Damnioni Beach Free Time: Swim, Stretch, and Wander Toward Amoudi

Crete: Richtis Waterfall Full-Day Tour with Olive Tasting

Crete: Richtis Waterfall Full-Day Tour with Olive Tasting - The 4x4 ride down to Richtis Beach and Mirabello Bay

7.Richtis Waterfall Full-Day Tour with Olive Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 188 reviews · 7 hours · from $115

Hike through a forest gorge to Richtis Waterfall, swim in the plunge pool, taste Cretan olives, and enjoy lunch with wine on a small group day.

“In a word AMAZING, our guide Mihai (I hope I’ve spelt his name correctly) was incredible. He was in our hotel foyer waiting when we came down, the 4x4 was fitted with a booster seat for my daughter, a load of water a cool bag with cold water the lot. He was so knowledgable of the history of Crete we learnt so much, offered advice on how to get the most out of the day trip, we are so glad we booked this was well worth every penny, especially after the hotel we stayed at said it would be €700 😰 the walk to the falls was fun and beyond…”

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From Chania: Imbros Gorge Guided Hike and Village Visit

From Chania: Imbros Gorge Guided Hike and Village Visit - Walking the historic path: Airplane, Stenada, Mesofarango, Xepitira Arch

8.From Chania: Imbros Gorge Guided Hike and Village Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 133 reviews · 8 hours · from $35

Guided Imbros Gorge hike from Chania with cliff views, WWII stories, then swim in Sfakia. 9 km, $35, full-day value.

“We all really enjoyed our trip to imbros gorge. We were collected on time. Carolina our guide gave us lots of information on the way and gave clear information on where we would meet at the end and what to do if any problems. Unfortunately the listing doesnt make it clear you have to use cash for the gorge. we had limited with us and left on the bus so had to walk back. would be useful to have this on the to bring lost. the beachstop was not great, but we saw it as a bonus, not the main part of the trip. there was a tiny beach and…”

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From Rethymno: Imbros Gorge & Libyan Guided Sea Tour

From Rethymno: Imbros Gorge & Libyan Guided Sea Tour - Entering Imbros Gorge: 8 km of narrows, arches, and turns

9.From Rethymno: Imbros Gorge & Libyan Guided Sea Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 118 reviews · 9 - 10 hours · from $34

From Rethymno, hike Crete’s Imbros Gorge with a guide, then cool off in the Libyan Sea and eat lunch on the south coast.

“Sehr gut organisiert, von der extrem pünktlichen Abholung bis zum perfekt erklärenden Guide alles passend. Keine Beanstandung, genau wie beschrieben. Sehr gelungener Ausflug mit nahezu perfekter Organisation.”

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Kourtaliotiko Gorge: Guided River Adventure Trek with Lunch

Kourtaliotiko Gorge: Guided River Adventure Trek with Lunch - The cold-but-worth-it waterfall swim

10.Kourtaliotiko Gorge: Guided River Adventure Trek with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 106 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $112

A small-group river trek through Kourtaliotiko Gorge in Crete: waterfall swim, natural pools, wildlife spotting, and a light farm lunch.

“Denifietly worth seeing the Kourtaliotiko George. It is breathtaking. Trip was well organised and guides were very knowledgeable. Really recommended it, gives you something else then laying on the beach.”

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From Georgioupoli: Easy Hiking Day-Trip to Imbros Gorge

From Georgioupoli: Easy Hiking Day-Trip to Imbros Gorge - Getting there: pickup stops and realistic timing

Sarakina Gorge, Kritza, Oliveoil Tasting, Mountains, South Coast

Sarakina Gorge, Kritza, Oliveoil Tasting, Mountains, South Coast - Kritsa Village: Old Houses, a Church Stop, and Serious Olive Credentials

12.Sarakina Gorge, Kritza, Oliveoil Tasting, Mountains, South Coast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $119Top rated

Off-road Land Rover to Sarakina Gorge, olive oil tastings in Agios Nikolaos and Kritsa, mountain lunch, then a Myrtos Sea swim.

“We was collected outside our apartments on time by George. After three people didn’t show at the next hotel it was just my wife and I and our soon to be Turkish friend and George our guide. We set of to the olive factory which we enjoyed, especially the tasting, The next stop was the village which was quite quant, this was a about an half hour stop and we saw a church and had a wander. Following this we went to the pine forest and zig zagged over the mountain stopping off at various times to see views etc. Then came a superb lunch in a beautiful setting. Loads…”

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Kourtaliotiko Gorge River Trek with Lunch! Pick-up Avaliable

Kourtaliotiko Gorge River Trek with Lunch! Pick-up Avaliable - The gear drop-off: neoprene suit, helmet, and waterproofing that actually helps

13.Kourtaliotiko Gorge River Trek with Lunch! Pick-up Avaliable

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 90 reviews · 5 hours · from $112

Trek Crete’s Kourtaliotiko Gorge by river, swim past a big waterfall, and finish with lunch at Banana Garden. Small group, gear included.

“Spektakulär in eine hohe schmale Schlucht mit Wasserfällen hineinzuschwimmen zu können und durch das Flussbett in Richtung Tal zu warten-sehr gut organisiert und ein schöner Abschluss im Banana Garden. Sehr sympathischer Guide (Neoprenanzug, Helm und wasserdichtes Handycase wird gestellt, feste Schuhe z. B. nicht die neuesten Turnschuhe,die nass werden können, unbedingt mitnehmen) - unsere absolute Empfehlung, Sonja und Ole”

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From Rethymno: Preveli Palm Beach and Kourtaliotiko Day Trip

From Rethymno: Preveli Palm Beach and Kourtaliotiko Day Trip - Pickup, comfort, and what to pack (and what not to)

14.From Rethymno: Preveli Palm Beach and Kourtaliotiko Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 87 reviews · 10 hours · from $25

Rethymno day trip to Preveli Palm Beach by short boat ride, plus Kourtaliotiko Gorge photos and a Damnoni beach break. Air-conditioned comfort.

“Excellent guides Spiritos & Johnny starting in the olive groves into a gorge to arrive at Plakias beach. Onwards to catch boat to Preveli beach. As this was first boat of season had to split party in half due to numbers. This resulted in revisit to Plakias as first group hadn't seen initially. A good trip out, but could imagine Preveli gets packed peak season.”

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Richtis Waterfall, History, Azoria, OliveTasting, NorthCoast

Richtis Waterfall, History, Azoria, OliveTasting, NorthCoast - Richtis Gorge: waterfall, swim, and what to watch for

15.Richtis Waterfall, History, Azoria, OliveTasting, NorthCoast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $119

See Richtis Waterfall, Azorias olive tree (3250 years), ancient settlement, and Agios Nikolaos olive oil tasting on a small-group 4x4 day trip.

“Andre was amazing, he knew the area so well and he gave interesting information on everything we were seeing. The trip contains some difficult terrain and he was patient and helpful to those who were struggling a bit, the whole trip was really well structured and the food was great too, it allowed us to get a taste of lots of different type of Greek food. Also, my friend left something in his car and he was kind enough to contact us afterwards and return it to us. This was the best day we had in our week trip to Crete, so I definitely recommend booking it!”

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