15 Hiking & Trekking Tours in Greece, In Order of What They Give Back

1.Full-Day Samaria Gorge Trek Excursion & Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,191 reviews · 9 - 12 hours · from $41Our pick

Travel from Chania to Omalos, then walk 17 kilometers through Samaria Gorge with an English-speaking guide nearby for support. Expect a rocky, mostly downhill trek, mountain goats, old forest, springs, and the famous narrow gorge. Finish at Agia Roumeli for swimming or lunch, then return by ferry and bus.

“Sara was an excellent host and very thoroughly explained everything we needed to know prior to arriving at the gorge. The bus does stop at a cafe before entering the gorge so you will have an opportunity to get a sando or snack bars. Sara’s instructions were very clear and easy to follow & she was extremely knowledgeable. She gave us recommended times to hit each major checkpoint to ensure everyone kept pace within a manageable timeframe. The hike is almost entirely downhill and there are some extremely steep and slippery slopes. It is manageable if you are prepared.m: you absolutely need hiking boots w ankle support or sneakers with…”

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2.Samaria Gorge Full-Day Trek, Pickup & Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,610 reviews · 9 - 12 hours · from $37

From Rethymno, ride into Crete’s White Mountains, then walk 18 kilometers through Samaria Gorge at your own pace. A multilingual escort handles instructions and tickets, while you tackle steep, rocky ground, springs, old trees, and mountain goats. Finish with free time in Agia Roumeli, then take the ferry to Sfakia and a coach home.

“Amazing!! Long day though - which I guess couldn’t be helped due to the amount of pick ups needed and location. Couldn’t fault the hike!!”

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3.From Chania/Rethymno: Samariá Gorge Guided Hike with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,010 reviews · 1 day · from $37

Join an English-speaking guide such as Ingrid, Nikos, or George for a full-day Samaria Gorge hike from Chania or Rethymno. Walk about 16 kilometers through the White Mountains, pass the Iron Gates, swim in Agia Roumeli, then take the ferry to Sougia before riding back by coach. Expect an early start, rough ground, and a long day.

“This was an amazing hike, super easy with the hostel pick up/drop off. It was pretty busy at the start but not too bad if you get ahead of the crowds. We finished in about 3.5hrs and the ferry didn’t leave until 5pm, so we spent a while at the end - but there was a cute town and nice beach so no complaints! Would recommend.”

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4.Samaria Gorge with Professional Hiking Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 720 reviews · 14 hours · from $37

Set out from Chania with guides such as Ingrid, Nikos, or Dimitris for a 16 km downhill hike through Samaria Gorge. Expect rocky footing, pine shade, Kri-Kri goats, spring water, and a swim at Agia Roumeli before the boat and coach ride home. The day lasts about 14 hours.

“Great value and top day with Ingrid ! Strongly recommended”

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5.Meteora Small Group Hiking tour with Transfer and Monastery Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 484 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $36Top rated

This four-hour morning tour combines a guided hike through Meteora’s rock forest with visits to Great Meteoro and the tucked-away Ypapanti Monastery. Pickup from Kalambaka or Kastraki, transport, water, and an English-speaking mountain guide are included. Guides such as Chris, Christos, Evan, and Dimitris bring history, geology, plants, and local stories to the trail.

“Great hike with amazing views. Our guide Evan was very good. He took the time to explain the sights we were passing by, pointed out good spots for pictures & introduced us to local flora & fauna”

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6.Samaria Gorge & Agia Roumeli Hiking Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 422 reviews · 15.5 - 17.5 hours · from $58

Spend 15.5 to 17.5 hours traveling from Heraklion or nearby resorts to Samaria Gorge, then hike roughly 16 km downhill through the White Mountains. Your guide explains the route and ferry plan, while you walk at your own pace. Finish with Agia Roumeli beach, a local tavern, and a boat to Chora Sfakion.

“Really well organised excursion that couldn't have been made any easier. Plenty of options to buy food/drinks before if you hadn't brought supplies (we had) and clear instructions on the various stages. You will take the hike itself at your own pace, and likely not see the guide until the end. As others have remarked, this is a challenging trail with very uneven ground, made more difficult by the time pressure of needing to complete it in around 5 hours. Bring good shoes - I would personally have twisted my ankle on loose rocks at least twice without the support of high-sided walking boots. If you're prepared and in good…”

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7.Samaria Gorge Hiking from Chania with Professional Hiking Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 372 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $51

You’ll ride from Chania to Omalos, hike roughly 16 to 17 kilometers downhill through Samaria Gorge, then relax at Agia Roumeli before taking the ferry back. English-speaking guides such as Ingrid, Nicos, and Thanasis help with timing and safety, but you must hike independently and bring sturdy footwear, water, snacks, and cash for entrance and boat fees.

“The bus ride home was terrible! We both got car sick, the driver was taking turn uncomfortably fast. The hike was EPIC!! Glad we did it”

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8.From Rethymno/Chania: Imbros Gorge Hike

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

Join an English-speaking guide such as Carolina, Leonida, or Lazarus for a full-day trip from Rethymno or Chania. Walk roughly 8 to 9 km through Imbros Gorge, then enjoy free time for swimming, lunch, and coastal views in Chora Sfakion or nearby Frangokastello. Hotel pickup and return transport are included.

“Firstly, our bus driver/Guide Spinoli, was outstanding, I would give him ten stars if I could. He was so knowledgeable and was a wonderful person, he really made the trip. We travelled to Imbros, after being collected exactly on time, with lots of interesting information shared on the way. We had a guide Minoli, who would travel with us along the gorge in case we needed anything, but walked independently, so we could go at our own pace. The gorge was incredible. We ended at a beautiful spot with a taverna lunch. Food was good here. Finally to a beach. We took Spinoli’s advice and had a swim, even though,…”

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9.Kalabaka: Meteora Small-Group Hiking Tour w/ Monastery Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 205 reviews · 5 hours · from $35

From Kalabaka, hike traditional paths beneath Meteora’s cliffs to Dupiani Hermitage, Ypapanti Monastery, and the ruins of St. Dimitrios. Your English-speaking guide, often Christos, Evan, or Dimitris, explains local history, geology, plants, and myths before you visit Great Meteoron or Varlaam. Expect five hours of walking, steep sections, monastery fees, and superb views.

“Of course the place is beautiful. But what really makes it a superb experience is the Guide. Chris was perfect. thank you very much”

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10.Samaria Gorge Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 201 reviews · 17 hours · from $56

Hike 15 kilometers through Crete’s Samaria Gorge with a multilingual guide, passing the old village and Iron Gates before swimming at Agia Roumeli. The $56 tour includes coach transport and guide service, but you pay €10 park entry, €14 for the adult ferry, and for your own food. Expect a 17-hour day.

“Incredible, un-missable experience! If you're visiting Crete, don't mind a challenge and want to see some of the most beautiful surroundings you ever seen - this is the trip to take. A very well organised tour. Transportation was comfortable, our guide was very welcoming, enthusiastic and multilingual. Plenty of comfort breaks! The hike itself is as described, 15km over uneven terrain, but so worth it! A definite must see for Crete!”

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11.From Chania/Kalyves: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Hiking Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 162 reviews · from $32

Spend a full day walking Samaria Gorge from Xyloskalo to Agia Roumeli. Guides such as Pari and Dafne help with timing and safety, while you hike at your own pace, refill water at springs, then swim, eat, and take the ferry to Sougia before your return bus.

“It was very good to have a local guide to pick us up. We did not walk as a group which we liked as we walked fast. We had heaps of time to chill at the beach afterwards. After the boat ride back, transport back to Chania was super easy as we did not have to try to find a local public bus to take us back. It was already organised.”

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12.Imbros Gorge Guided Hike and Village Visit

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

Travel from Chania by air-conditioned bus to Imbros Gorge for a mostly downhill 9 km walk through narrow rock passages. Guides such as Carolina and Ingrid share local history and keep the day organized. Finish in Chora Sfakion with time for lunch, a swim in the Libyan Sea, and a visit to Venetian fortress ruins.

“we had a brilliant time on this tour. Irenie was an excellent guide and looked after us very well. The gorge was beautiful and so was the beach afterwards”

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13.Samariá Gorge Full-Day Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 129 reviews · 12 hours · from $37

Join an English-speaking guide such as Maria or Leonidas for a demanding 16-kilometer walk through Samariá Gorge. You’ll see springs, cliffs, forests, Kri-Kri country, and the Iron Gates, then swim in Agia Roumeli before the ferry to Sougia. The $37 price excludes the €5 park entry and €14 boat ticket.

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14.Samaria Gorge Hiking with transfer and expert Escort

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 125 reviews · 12 - 16 hours · from $47

Walk 18 kilometers through Samaria Gorge with a German or English-speaking guide, then relax in Agia Roumeli before a one-hour boat ride to Hora Sfakion. Guides such as Nikos, Claudia, Marcos, and Ingrid have led this route. Bring sturdy shoes, water, sun protection, and a swimsuit.

“Best experience in Crete :) Nikos was the best guide, so friendly!!”

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15.Caldera Trail Guided Hike and Sunset Viewing

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 110 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $229

You’ll walk nearly 10 kilometers from Fira toward Oia with an English-speaking guide such as Panos, Sophia, or Leah. Expect whitewashed villages, Skaros Rock, churches, volcanic scenery, a picnic stop, and a sunset above Oia away from the main crowds. The trail is beautiful but includes cobblestones, dirt, steep sections, and hard surfaces.

“Our guides were amazing! They were very knowledgeable and so easy to talk to. It felt very personal, it was only about 5 guests and we had 2 guides so you didn't feel like you were missing information. I wish I could remember the other guides name, she was Greek and knew so much about the history and geography but we were primarily speaking with Wendy who was newer to the company. She was so great to talk to and you could tell was very passionate about Greece and the environment. They even showed us the wild Oregano and rosemary that grew along the hike and gave us jars to…”

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