Hiking & Trekking

GREECE

15 Best Hiking & Trekking Tours In Greece

The Greek classics.

The 15 most popular hiking & trekking tours in Greece, with what each one is really like on the day, who runs it, and what it costs.

15 Best Hiking & Trekking Tours In Greece

From Chania: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Trek Excursion & Guide

From Chania: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Trek Excursion & Guide - The 17-Kilometer Reality Check: Crowds, Footing, and Timing

1.From Chania: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Trek Excursion & Guide

Most Popular★ 4.6

Guided Samaria Gorge trek from Chania to Agia Roumeli, with ferry ride. Challenging 17-km walk, then time to swim.

“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…”

3,191 reviews9 - 12 hoursFrom $41by PLATANOS TOURS

Check Availability →Read the review →

From Rethymno: Samaria Gorge Full-Day Trek, Pickup & Guide

From Rethymno: Samaria Gorge Full-Day Trek, Pickup & Guide - The Drive From Rethymno to Omalos: White Mountains Views With a Purpose

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

★ 4.5

Hike Samaria Gorge from Rethymno with a multilingual escort, then cool off in Agia Roumeli and ride the ferry back to Sfakia.

“Trip was amazing the tour guide was so warm and friendly and went out of her way to make sure everyone was okay - forget your name but the lady with the blonde hair - she really looked after the group and was amazing. The gorge is stunning and we could’ve taken a picture at…”

1,610 reviews9 - 12 hoursFrom $37by PLATANOS TOURS

Check Availability →Read the review →

From Chania/Rethymno: Samariá Gorge Guided Hike with Pickup

From Chania/Rethymno: Samariá Gorge Guided Hike with Pickup - Pickup from Chania or Rethymno: how the morning actually runs

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

★ 4.5

Guided Samariá Gorge hike from Chania or Rethymno, ending with an Agia Roumeli sea swim and ferry to Sougia.

“Although it was massively busy day on the trail, it was still amazing experience. Trail is kept in good state making it easy to walk. Facilities like w or resting place are quite often, which is also nice addition to this beautiful trail :)”

1,010 reviews1 dayFrom $37by Allcretetours

Check Availability →Read the review →

From Chania: Samaria Gorge with Professional Hiking Guide

From Chania: Samaria Gorge with Professional Hiking Guide - Coach Time From Chania to the Mountains (and Why It Matters)

4.From Chania: Samaria Gorge with Professional Hiking Guide

★ 4.6

Guided Samaria Gorge from Chania with a pro hiking guide, tough downhill views, Kri-Kri chances, and a swim in Agia Roumeli.

“This hike was fantastic – amazing views all the way and we had great weather. The route is well-equipped with WC facilities and water fill stations throughout, which makes it more comfortable. As mentioned before, it is a challenging hike, so I’d definitely recommend wearing proper hiking boots with good ankle support. Overall, a rewarding…”

720 reviews14 hoursFrom $37by TourMaster

Check Availability →Read the review →

Meteora Small Group Hiking tour with Transfer and Monastery Visit

Meteora Small Group Hiking tour with Transfer and Monastery Visit - Getting there smoothly: Kalambaka or Kastraki pickup at 8:30

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

★ 5.0

Small-group Meteora hike with Kalambaka pickup, a guided UNESCO rock-forest trail, and monastery visits including Great Meteoron and Ypapanti.

“Christos was an amazing guide who told us all sorts of interesting historical events that took place in Meteora. He was a pleasant person who was very calm and funny. He showed and explained to us more stuff about tortoises and plants. It was an interesting and beautiful experience through the mountains.”

484 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $36.28by Visit Meteora

Check Availability →Read the review →

From Heraklion: Samaria Gorge & Agia Roumeli Hiking Day Trip

From Heraklion: Samaria Gorge & Agia Roumeli Hiking Day Trip - Omalos Plateau: where the trek starts feeling serious

6.From Heraklion: Samaria Gorge & Agia Roumeli Hiking Day Trip

★ 4.4

Hike the world-famous Samaria Gorge from Heraklion, then swim and relax in Agia Roumeli before a ferry ride to Sfakia.

“Note that this is more like an 18km hike by the time it’s all said and done! They tell you 16km when on the bus because it’s an additional 2km once you’re out of the gorge to the town/beach, but I clocked a total of 18km. I would consider myself to be an average hiker…”

422 reviews15.5 - 17.5 hoursFrom $58by Cretan Odyssey

Check Availability →Read the review →

Samaria Gorge Hiking from Chania with Professional Hiking Guide

Samaria Gorge Hiking from Chania with Professional Hiking Guide - Entering Samaria Gorge: 600 Steps, St. Nicolas, and the Iron Gates

From Chania: Samaria Gorge Hike with Local Mountain Guide

From Chania: Samaria Gorge Hike with Local Mountain Guide - Getting There From Chania: The Bus Day That Sets You Up

9.From Chania: Samaria Gorge Hike with Local Mountain Guide

★ 4.5

Hike Crete’s Samaria Gorge from Omalos to Agia Roumeli with a local guide, swim in cool waters, then return by ferry and bus.

“A fantastic day with the most amazing scenery. Not for everyone as you need to be somewhat fit and have good knees/shoes to complete this semi-difficult trail. Excellent transfer arrangements and driver as well as our tour guide. Highly recommend!”

282 reviews14 hoursFrom $36by Io Tours

Check Availability →Read the review →

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

Kalabaka: Meteora Small-Group Hiking Tour w/ Monastery Visit - Starting in Kalabaka: The Ride That Sets the Tone

From Chania: Imbros Gorge Guided Hike and Village Visit

From Chania: Imbros Gorge Guided Hike and Village Visit - The historical waypoints you can actually find: Airplane, Stenada, Mesofarango, Xepitira Arch

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

★ 4.5

Hike Imbros Gorge from Chania, see WWII-era passages and the Xepitira Arch, then swim in Sfakia’s calm sea.

“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…”

133 reviews8 hoursFrom $35by Allcretetours

Check Availability →Read the review →

From Rethymno: Samariá Gorge Full-Day Hike

From Rethymno: Samariá Gorge Full-Day Hike - Hiking 16 km through Samaria Gorge: cliffs, springs, and Kri-Kri country

13.From Rethymno: Samariá Gorge Full-Day Hike

★ 4.3

A full-day hike from Rethymno through Samaria Gorge’s Iron Gates, ending with free time in Agia Roumeli and a ferry ride.

“Ο Λεωνιδας εξαιρετικός ξεναγός και πάρα πολύ βοηθητικός. Υπέροχο μέρος αξίζει πάρα πολύ . Το γραφείο δεν είναι και πολύ εξυπηρετικό δηλαδή έπρεπε να πάω μισή ώρα με το αμάξι για την παραλαβή ενώ το λεωφορείο περνούσε μπροστά απο το σπίτι μου. Έστειλα email καμμία απάντηση. Επισης στην τιμή δεν έχουν βάλει το εισιτήριο εισόδου…”

129 reviews12 hoursFrom $37by Allcretetours

Check Availability →Read the review →

Crete: Samaria Gorge Hiking with transfer and expert Escort

Crete: Samaria Gorge Hiking with transfer and expert Escort - Omalos Plateau Start: White Peaks, Long Shadows, and Sturdy Shoes

Santorini: Caldera Trail Guided Hike and Sunset Viewing

Santorini: Caldera Trail Guided Hike and Sunset Viewing - From Fira Toward Skaros: Volcanic Power at First Light

15.Santorini: Caldera Trail Guided Hike and Sunset Viewing

★ 4.9

A guided Santorini caldera hike through Fira, Firostefani, Imerovigli, and Oia, ending with a big 360° sunset and picnic.

“Even though we didn’t see a sunset our guide was AMAZING. She knew about the area took us at a good pace and was so lovely! Highly recommend this as one of the most beautiful hikes I’ve seen!”

110 reviews4.5 hoursFrom $229by Trekking Hellas Santorini

Check Availability →Read the review →

Most recent

Explore Greece

Islands

Athens & Mainland

On the Water

Food & Wine