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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Escape into the Cretan countryside with a walk through Imbros Gorge, a cool, rocky ravine that makes for an easy walk. Stroll for about 5 miles (8 km) through the captivating gorge with an expert local guide, passing mountain villages and the impressive White Mountains. Visit one of the villages and then drive to Frangokastello, an old Venetian castle, where your guide will tell you about its history. Finally, cool off with a refreshing dip in the Libyan Sea. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off.
Local guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off (from stated zones in itinerary)
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Entrance fees (3 Euros approximately)
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Departure Point: Selected hotels (please see itinerary for pick up zones)
Return point: Returns to original departure point
Imbros Gorge, Greece Hiking in the countryside is a great thing to do on Crete, an island full of beautiful, inviting gorges with stunning views. Samaria is one that many people visit, but it’s a strenuous trek. Imbros, though, is a gorge for everyone, a rocky but easy 5-mile (8-km) walk.
After your hotel pickup in a comfortable, air-conditioned shuttle van, travel to Imbros Gorge with your guide. Begin your walk and take in the beauty of the limestone gorge. Pass the lovely villages of Vrisses, Askifou and Imbros.
In the village of Komitades, the terminus for the hike, enjoy some free time to explore the village and eat a nice, leisurely Cretan lunch (not included). 240 minutes
The Castle of Frangokastello, Frangokastello, Greece After lunch, drive to Frangokastello, an imposing castle built by the Venetians in the 14th century as a garrison to impose order on the rebellious locals. Your guide will discuss the history of the castle before you have free time to explore it. Cool off afterward with a dip in the Libyan Sea. At the end of the tour, relax on the drive back to your hotel. 240 minutes
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please bring sun screen, towel, bathing suit and your camera
Please wear comfortable shoes
This trip is not recommended to travelers with medical issues
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Daydream50619509995
16 Sep 2024
Eine entspannte Wanderung durch die Imbros Schlucht. Wir wurden im Vorfeld gut durch unsere Reiseleiterin Sonja auf wichtige Details auf der Route hingewiesen. Die ganze Tour war sehr gut geplant. Aufgrund des stürmischen Wetters sind wir nach der Wanderung statt des Badeaufenthaltes in Fragkokostello nach Chora Sfakion gefahren und haben dort noch eine im Fels gehauene Kirche besichtigen können, einen Imbiss nehmen, bummeln und am Meer verweilen können. Der Tag war sehr schön.
annettb653
28 May 2024
A very nice hike, perfectly organized and very well looked after and explained by our tour guide Claudia.
Also a big compliment to the bus driver, who drove us safely and gracefully through the mountains.
supermausRuhrgebiet
19 May 2024
The hike began above the Imbross Gorge. The path goes steadily downhill, is rocky and quite demanding. Since we are not experienced hikers, the 8 km through the gorge in the time limit of 3.5 hours was a challenge. Unfortunately, there was little time to linger at one or another place and enjoy the surroundings.
The meeting point at the end of the hike, the Imbross tavern, was, in short, a disappointment. The food was so-so (Greek salad made only of cucumbers and tomatoes, the potato wedges were still raw), the service was just OK, the cappuccino was an instant product, not good at all and also had lumps in it. All of this at rather steep prices for Crete.
The last part of the tour was relaxing.
More time should be planned for crossing the gorge, the meeting point in this tavern is very questionable in terms of value for money.
This tour in
Crete
is organized by
Cretan Holidays
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