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Short Crete Trail - Walk through a selection of the most beautiful highlights 1
Short Crete Trail - Walk through a selection of the most beautiful highlights 1
Greece
Crete Trail
Short Crete Trail - Walk through a selection of the most beautiful highlights

Short Crete Trail - Walk through a selection of the most beautiful highlights

Greece, Crete Trail
Duration: 6 days
Trails: T2 trails
Distance: 10 - 15 km per day
Ascent per day: 500 - 1000 m ascent per day
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> Stay in cosy local Greek accommodation
> Walk through the beautiful Aradena, Imbros and Samaria gorges
> Enjoy the combination of green nature, sandy beaches, and Greek culture
> Accommodation before and after your hike is included

Crete is known as the sunny island and is about 250 kilometres (155 miles) long from west to east. Crete is also the largest of the Greek islands and offers a lovely and varied landscape. Walk through beautiful nature, along long sandy beaches and to top it off; hike through the famous Samaria Gorge! Enjoy the local helpful locals and delicious Greek food while hiking our Crete Trail.

We have put together a shorter Crete Trail that starts right at the Samaria Gorge. This option is also a lighter version of our 7-day Crete Trail. The hike ends in the small village of Imbros as well. Walk along and through the beautiful highlights of southern Crete and enjoy the Greek culture during this 6-day hike!

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Included

  • Accommodation

    We will arrange your accommodation on the Crete Trail in hotels, inns, and guesthouses. Accommodation will be private in single, double or twin rooms and with en-suite bathroom where possible.

  • Full travel guide

    You’ll receive access to our trekking app, which serves as your complete digital travel guide for the Crete Trail. Inside, you’ll find everything you need for your trek: route descriptions, hiking maps, navigation support, payment information, and all the key details specific to your journey.

  • Breakfast

    Breakfast is, if possible, included in this trek and it will be provided every morning at your accommodation.

  • Navigation support

    Our trekking app also includes built-in navigation support. With GPS-based maps and offline access, you can follow the trail confidently and stay on route even without mobile signal.

Excluded

  • Traveling to and from

    You have to make your own way to the starting point. The total amount does not include personal transport. This also applies to any transport from the end point of your trail.

  • Transfers

    If you require any form of public or local transport during the trek, it is not included in the package unless stated otherwise. This applies to taxis, buses, cable cars, gondolas, and similar services.

  • Travel Insurance

    Your international travel insurance is your own responsibility. Discuss your itinerary with the insurance company before your trek.

  • Lunch and Dinner

    Breakfast is, if possible, included in the price of the trek. You can get lunch and dinner at the shops, hotels, and restaurants along the way.

FAQ

  • The gorges of Crete

  • How Difficult Is a Typical Walk on Crete?

  • What Is the Best Season to Go Hiking in Crete?

  • How to Get To the Starting Point of the Trek

  • Getting Back From the End Point (Chora Sfakion)

  • What if the dates I want are not available?

  • If I book now, can I immediately arrange the rest of my trip?

  • How do I know if this trek is right for me?

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