Crete · IMBROS GORGE HIKES IN CHANIA
Every trip has one free day too few. These 8 imbros gorge hikes in Chania justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Walk downhill through Imbros Gorge with an English-speaking guide, passing narrow rock walls and historic landmarks before reaching Komitades. Afterward, enjoy free time in Sfakia for a swim, seaside meal, or Venetian-fortress views. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
“Very nice guide with a very relaxing voice :) Hike was lovely and it’s such a beautiful experience - to walk through the gorge from the mountains to the seaside.”
Join guides such as Carolina or Ingrid for a mostly downhill 9 km walk through Imbros Gorge, with narrow cliff passages, wartime history, and a swim stop in Chora Sfakion. Hotel pickup, an air-conditioned coach, and drop-off are included. Bring sturdy shoes, water, sunscreen, swimwear, and cash for the gorge entrance.
“Excellent trip and amazing trek in the Imbros Gorge ..”
Walk the rocky Imbros Gorge with an English-speaking guide, passing Stenada and the Xepitira Arch before lunch and a swim near Chora Sfakion. Pickup covers Chania and nearby resorts. Bring sturdy shoes, water, sunscreen, and swimwear, which can stay on the bus during the hike.
“it's quite a ride from Chania but the scenery is wonderful and the coach was cool and very comfy. The gorge walk is self guided and very rocky and sandy so care is needed and good shoes. It's a lovely walk for 4 miles and by the end my knees and ankles were definitely aching. We got lunch at the tavern and it was tasty and good value. The trip to the Libyan Sea village takes 10 minutes, we had a swim in the really warm sea and a coffee then it's back on the bus. it's quite a long journey back, 1hr30 to Chania but again it passed pleasantly.”
Travel by air-conditioned coach from Chania to Imbros Gorge, walk its rocky 7-kilometer trail with an English-speaking escort, then relax or swim in Chora Sfakion. Guides including Nikos, Ingrid, and Vasilis have led departures, with time for a meal or coffee by the sea.
“Great day out. Pick up (~50 people) was slow but normal for such a large tour. Very organised and everyone was respectful of time, which helps. Beautiful gorge and perfect stop at Sfakia to finish the day. Recommend as an active day out but don’t book via viator as trip ended up costing us 20% more than the people paying on the bus.”
Travel by air-conditioned bus from Chania or Almyrida to hike 7 km through Imbros Gorge with a licensed guide, then enjoy two hours at Frangokastello for swimming and a look at its 14th-century Venetian castle.
“Very good tour, very good guide, and very good driver. 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩”
Walk about 8 km through Imbros Gorge, known for lush vegetation and Cretan plants, then relax in Frangokastello or Chora Sfakion. A driver-guide handles transport from Chania, with roughly three hours on foot and time for swimming or a tavern meal.
“If you're wondering whether to do this trip, I can't encourage you more and here's why: 1. Great value for money 2. Well organised and informative 3. Breath-taking scenery 4. Excellent transport 5. Local pick up and drop-off points. The more robust your footwear, the more enjoyable an experience this will be. Myself and my middle-aged partner were initially apprehensive, but that soon disappeared and we certainly were not disappointed!”
From Platanias, travel through olive groves to Imbros Gorge for a guided 9-kilometre hike lasting about three hours. Your guide, sometimes Irina, shares local history and walking advice before you continue to Sfakia for optional Cretan food and a swim in the Libyan Sea.
“Fantastisk tur👍 Især glad for guidens gode råd til sikker vandring i Kløften. Guidens humør super og gjorde at stemningen var rigtig god. Stor oplevelse men kræver at man er i rimelig god fysisk form.”
Travel privately from your Chania-area accommodation or cruise terminal through Crete’s inland villages to hike Imbros Gorge. Trekking poles, snacks, juice, and water are provided. Afterward, see Frangokastelo fortress and swim at its sandy beach. A mountain guide is available for an extra fee.
“The Imbros gorge is Really really beautiful. Maybe Samaria is great, but the beauty of it couldn't be much more than this place. Wonderful.”
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