Treks · GREECE TREKKING TOURS
Trail days are few and a bad guide wastes one. These 7 greece trekking tours earn the slot, priced and timed so you can choose quickly and get walking.
This full-day trip takes you from Chania to Omalos, then downhill through Samaria Gorge for about 17 kilometers. Guides such as Sara and Christina explain the route and keep an eye on the group. After the hike, relax, eat, or swim at Agia Roumeli before the ferry and bus ride home.
“The adventure through the gorge and our awesome guide”
Travel from Rethymno to Omalos, then walk Samaria Gorge at your own pace with support from an English, German, and French-speaking escort. Expect a demanding rocky descent, fresh-water springs, ancient trees, mountain goats, and a swim or meal in Agia Roumeli before the ferry back to Sfakia.
“I don't think you could do it cheaper unless you're prepared to hike back up the 16km after a 4ish hour descend (which I wouldn't advise!) Incredible day and very smooth transport/organisation. Thank you so much! I have certainly recommended to everyone I know!”
Swim to a hidden waterfall, walk through Kourtaliotiko Gorge, and stop in clear freshwater pools with a certified guide such as Panos or Alkis. The 4.5-hour small-group trip includes wetsuits, helmets, poles, a waterproof backpack, transfers within the route, and a light Cretan lunch at The Banana Garden.
“This was a great way to explore the countryside of Crete off the beaten path and really get away from some of the busy spots on the island. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable and gave us a memorable day.”
Spend five hours trekking through Kourtaliotiko Gorge with an English-speaking guide, neoprene suit, helmet, poles, waterproof phone case, transfers, and a light lunch. You will swim to the great waterfall, walk and splash through river pools, then finish at Banana Garden. The small group is limited to 10 people, with pickup available around Rethymno.
“It was truly an awesome experience from the very start to the end. The guide was well organised and helped walking through more challenging spots in the river. Also told a lot about Crete and the place where we were walking. The views were breathtaking. At the end we had lunch at banana garden where we also got a chance to walk around with the garden owner and see lots of plants/trees. Thanks very much for such a great experience. It was well worth it!”
Spend five hours trekking down Kourtaliotiko Gorge with an English-speaking guide such as Manolis or Alkis. Wear a neoprene suit, cross cool river pools, swim into the cave behind the Great Waterfall, then finish with a light lunch and drinks at Banana Garden. Pickup is available from Rethymno and nearby villages.
“Extraordinary activity with a kind and very professional guide. The cold water was the perfect cooldown from the greek sun. Another Highlight was the food at banana garden.”
You’ll hike into the Achla River with an English or Greek-speaking local guide, then follow the stream through trees to Gerolimni Waterfall, said to be the only waterfall in the Cyclades. Bill is praised for patient guiding, family-friendly help, extra water, snacks, and photos. Bring sports shoes, swimwear, a towel, and sunscreen.
“WONDERFUL 😊 I did the excursion with my mum, and two sons who are 11 and 8. Our guide was friendly, considerate and accommodating. He spent time explaining surrounding and a history to us all, and even spoke with the boys about their interests. The hike up was manageable, just enough effort to make you feel like you really deserved the incredible treat at the top! We all cooled down with the most beautiful and serene swim (plus some dive bombing 🤣). Bill brought extra water and snacks, and was the very best photographer ensuring we captured everyone's smiles. An sideline thanks to James who was on the trip with…”
Leave Corfu for a full-day adventure in Epirus. After a ferry ride to Igoumenitsa, guide Yorgos and his son lead you through the cold, clear Acheron River, past rocks, pools, and small waterfalls. Expect three hours in the water, a private minivan, a light snack, and a return ferry across the Ionian Sea.
“The amazing host offered to pick us up from the hotel, which wasn't included in the trip. Then drove us to the ferry which had an amazing view on the country side of Corfu and the Greek coastline. We drove to the river through the Greek mainland, told interesting facts about it and were offered a good time. The river itself is extraordinary! It starts very shallow has several parts in which you have to swim to pass. The current can be a bit much sometimes but Yorgos the host and his son know their way. They navigate the best route and help you through difficult parts if necessary. The…”
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