Full-Day Hiking Tour in Imbros Gorge
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Once we pick you up, we'll embark on a picturesque journey towards the southwest, passing through charming villages like Vrysses. The road will be adorned with magnificent olive trees and dotted with small rivers, creating a truly mesmerizing backdrop. Around 9:30, we'll make a refreshing coffee stop at the entrance of Imbros gorge before embarking on an unforgettable adventure through this scenic wonder. With an approximate duration of 3 hours, our knowledgeable guide will be by your side, providing captivating insights about our lovely island and the breathtaking gorge. As we reach the exit of the gorge, you'll find our air-conditioned bus awaiting to transport you to a quaint traditional village where you can indulge in delectable Cretan flavors or take a dip in the crystal-clear waters of the Libyan Sea. Around 17:00, we'll commence our journey back to the pick-up points, ensuring your safe and comfortable return.
Inclusions
What's included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Guide
What's not
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Entrance fee (5E)
Itinerary
Imbros gorge is located in the province of Sfakia and is the second largest gorge in Crete, following Samaria gorge. The picturesque scenery and its wilderness in combination with the low difficulty make the descent of Imbros ideal for families with children. The walking length of the gorge is 9km and the course lasts about 3 hours. From Imbros village you will start hiking until " Komitades" village. You will meet traces of the old stone paved trail that was once the main passage from Sfakia to Chania.
During your descent you will meet various famous locations such as the " Airplane" , "Stenada", "Mesofarago" and "Xepitira Arch". After approximately 1 hour of walk into the gorge , you will reach the narrowest point of the gorge. The walls of the gorge are less than 2 meters apart and tower 300m above. At the end of the gorge you will reach " Komitades village", where the bus will take you to Chora Sfakion.
Chora Sfakion is the capital of the remote and mountainous region of Sfakia. The untamed landscape is combined with the quiet charming seaside settlement. The sandy beach with crystal clear blue waters is suitable for relaxation after hiking. A few coffee shops and taverns are located within and around the villages. In its northern neighbourhood , you will find the ruins of the venetian " Fortress of Sfakia: or "Castel di Sfacia" where you can get a panoramic view of Sfakia and admire the wilderness of nature.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 30 travellers
- Operated by
- Chania :Beyond Travel Agency
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Chania
- Its from-price is 66% below the median of the 205 day trips we list in Chania.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Chania
Chania, on Crete's north-west coast, is a Venetian harbour town of old mosques and tall houses, with mountain gorges and beaches within reach.
Chania's old harbour is a crescent of tall Venetian houses facing a stone breakwater and a lighthouse rebuilt by the Egyptians in the nineteenth century. The domed Mosque of the Janissaries stands on the quay, left from the Ottoman centuries, and behind it narrow lanes in the Splantzia and Topanas quarters pass Venetian and Ottoman houses, churches and small workshops. The cross-shaped covered market sells cheese, honey and herbs.
Top-ranked sights in Chania: Marathi Beach, Venetian Lighthouse, Venetian Harbor.
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