⭐ Rated 4.5/5 · based on 79,000+ verified traveller reviews
Samaria is the famous name, but it means an early pickup, a demanding hike and a ferry-and-bus return. Kourtaliotiko and Imbros are shorter alternatives. Read the route and included transfers carefully; tours with similar titles can involve very different walking distances.
Find your tourTop rated · Season 2026
Hand-picked from every operator around Rethymno – ranked by real reviews, price and experience.
46 tours available · Sorted by number of verified reviews. Prices and availability come live from GetYourGuide.
⏱ 9 - 12 hours · 4.6 (1,767)
Enjoy a challenging trek through one of the longest and most famous gorges in Europe. Marvel at natural wonders throughout the day, from the White Mountains to thousand-year-old…
from €40 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 8 - 11 hours · 4.3 (1,143)
Get an introduction to some of the best beaches on the south coast of Crete. Travel on a guided day trip to Plakias and Preveli Beach, and venture through the island's palm…
from €25 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 1 day · 4.5 (1,117)
Explore Crete’s iconic Samaria Gorge on a full-day hike. Enjoy stunning mountain views, crystal-clear springs, the Iron Gates passage, and a boat ride along the southern coast.
from €37 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 10 hours · 4.5 (509)
Hike through the impressive Imbros Gorge, walk between towering cliffs, explore its rich history, and end your day with a relaxing swim and lunch by the Libyan Sea in Sfakia on…
from €27 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 1 day · 4.1 (425)
Discover one of Crete's most breathtaking landscapes on a day trip to Preveli Palm Beach. Admire the spectacular Kourtaliotiko Gorge, relax on a unique beach surrounded by a…
from €350 per group up to 4
Check availability →
⏱ 8 hours · 4.8 (377)
Travel by 4x4 on a full-day safari through the Rethymno region. Explore the Prasses and Kourtaliotiko gorges, with a chance to swim at Preveli beside its river and palm forest.
from €94 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 11 - 13.5 hours · 4.6 (373)
Discover the exotic scenery of Preveli Palm Beach and Damnoni on a day trip from Heraklion, traveling through the wild Kourtaliotis Gorge and discover the picturesque Rethymnon…
from €50 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 5 hours · 4.9 (365)
Embark on a thrilling river trekking through the biggest gorge in Rethymnon. Explore hidden forests, natural pools, and magnificent waterfalls, right in the center of the island…
from €68 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 12 hours · 4.6 (252)
Explore Crete’s iconic Samaria Gorge on a full-day hike. Enjoy stunning mountain views, crystal-clear springs, the Iron Gates passage, and a boat ride along the southern coast.
from €35 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 7 hours · 4.8 (189)
Discover the natural beauty of Crete on a guided day trip from Rethymno. Admire the stunning Kourtaliotiko Gorge and relax on the quiet Ammoudi Beach.
from €30 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 6 hours · 4.0 (143)
Experience the exotic beauty of Elafonissi on a full-day trip from Chania. Enjoy a scenic drive through Topolia Gorge and relax for 4 hours on pink-sand beaches with crystal-cle…
from €350 per group up to 5
Check availability →
⏱ 8 - 10 hours · 4.6 (129)
Discover the 2nd longest gorge in Crete on a walking tour of the Imbros Gorge. Then, cool down in the Libyan Sea with a refreshing swim and a traditional lunch.
from €30 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 5 hours · 4.9 (119)
Embark on a thrilling river trekking through the biggest gorge in Rethymnon. Explore hidden forests, natural pools, and magnificent waterfalls, right in the center of the island…
from €64 per person
Check availability → ⏱ 10 hours · 4.1 (117)
Discover Crete’s beauty on a guided tour to Preveli Beach. Cruise the Libyan Sea, swim in turquoise waters, stroll through palm trees, and capture stunning photos at Kourtalioti…
from €26 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 8 hours · 4.8 (79)
Explore the Kourtaliotiko Gorge with its waterfalls and relax at Palm Forest Beach, where the river empties into the Libyan Sea! Experience a traditional Cretan village with loc…
from €95 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 3.5 hours · 4.7 (66)
Explore the ever flowing springs of Kourtaliotiko River on a trekking tour. Try rappelling down a waterfall and enjoy exciting jumps into the crystal waters as they become a nat…
from €120 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 5 hours · 4.7 (61)
This is the perfect excursion for divers and non-divers. Come and enjoy the breathtaking views, while having an active day together. We get close to the massive waterfall in the…
from €113 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 10 hours · 4.3 (44)
Hike through the impressive Imbros Gorge, walk between towering cliffs, explore its rich history, and end your day with a relaxing swim and lunch by the Libyan Sea in Sfakia.
from €30 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 8 hours · 4.7 (40)
A thrilling full-day jeep safari into wild Crete. Visit Lake Kournas, drive through the Kotsifou Gorge, enjoy an authentic local lunch in a cretan village, and relax at exotic P…
from €93 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 9 hours - 1 day · 4.4 (40)
Experience the dramatic landscapes of Samariá Gorge and journey to Agia Roumeli by boat. Hike among the rich flora and fauna of Europe's longest gorge, looking for wildlife…
from €28 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 9 - 10 hours · 4.4 (31)
Relax on the pink sand beaches of Elafonisi on a day trip from Panormo and Lavris areas. Take in the lush green landscape on the way to the island as you travel through the impr…
from €29 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 9 hours · 4.0 (27)
Discover the beauty of southern Crete on a full-day tour from Rethymno. Visit Preveli Palm Beach, Damnoni Beach, and the Kourtaliotiko Waterfalls, and enjoy a scenic boat cruise.
from €25 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 14 hours · 4.3 (22)
Samaria Gorge Full-Day Hiking Adventure\nChallenge yourself and experience Crete’s most legendary natural wonder the second-longest gorge in Europe!
from €35 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 8 hours · 5.0 (14)
# It’s Your Adventure! • Amazing Gorge • Iconic Beaches • Scenic Drive
from €93 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 5 hours · 5.0 (12)
Ride a motorcycle from Rethymno on roads and dirt trails through Kourtaliotis Gorge and Kotsifou Gorge. Visit the Monastery of Saint Paisios, then enjoy a farm-to-table Cretan m…
from €200 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 10 - 13 hours · 4.6 (11)
Embark on a guided hike through the Samaria Gorge, one of the longest and most famous gorges in Europe. Marvel at the natural beauty of the White Mountains and thousand-year-old…
from €40 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 8 - 9 hours · 4.4 (11)
Get an introduction to some of the best beaches on the south coast of Crete. Travel on a guided day trip to Plakias and Preveli Beach, and venture through the island's palm…
from €28 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 5.5 hours · 4.3 (9)
Kourtaliotiko Gorge is a magnificent natural attraction of Crete.\nPreveli Beach is a well known Palm Beach.
from €75 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 6 - 6.5 hours · 3.2 (9)
Discover Kourtaliotiko Gorge,one of Crete’s hidden gems.Explore dramatic cliffs, crystal-clear springs, and magical waterfalls surrounded by untouched nature. An unforgettable C…
from €30 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 8 hours · 4.3 (6)
Hike through the Imbros Gorge on a day trip from Rethymno. Explore the village of Sfakia, swim in the Libyan Sea, and discover the village's narrow streets and traditional a…
from €30 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 9 hours · 4.5 (4)
Hike the easy 8 km Imbros Gorge, surrounded by stunning cliffs and unique flora. End the day with a swim at Frangokastello Beach and enjoy traditional Cretan scenery and views.
from €35 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 9 hours · 5.0 (2)
Discover Preveli’s palm beach, monastery and the stunning Kourtaliotiko Gorge. Swim in river and sea, explore a tropical palm forest, and visit the traditional village of Spili!
from €40 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 9 hours · 5.0 (2)
Discover the wild beauty of southern Crete on a private journey to Kourtaliotiko Gorge and Preveli Palm Beach, with the option to enjoy a traditional lunch in a mountain village.
from €189 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 4 - 5 hours · 5.0 (2)
Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Kourtaliotiko Gorge. Explore hidden forests, natural pools, and magnificent waterfalls.
from €149 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 8 hours · 5.0 (2)
Discover the wild beauty of Crete with a private hike through Imbros Gorge and a delicious mountain lunch in Askifou village.
from €300 per group up to 2
Check availability →
⏱ 6 hours · 5.0 (2)
Swim in the waterfall of Kourtaliotis Gorge and hike down the river mostly inside the water under the shade of plane trees. And finally arrive at Preveli Palm Beach for a nice s…
from €145 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 7 hours · 5.0 (1)
Hike through the stunning Imbros Gorge, a quieter alternative to Samaria, with breathtaking rock formations and scenic trails. Choose a self-guided or guided tour.
from €280 per group up to 4
Check availability →
⏱ 8 hours · 5.0 (1)
Experience a private jeep safari blending history and nature. See the sacred Arkadi Monastery, explore gorges, and enjoy a Cretan traditional lunch in a local taverna before Pre…
from €713 per group up to 6
Check availability →
⏱ 8 hours 0
Discover the rugged landscapes of southern Crete on a day trip to Sfakia and Plakias. Enjoy free time by the Libyan Sea and a photo stop at Kourtaliotiko Gorge.
from €56 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 5 hours 0
Discover authentic southern Crete, from the traditional village of Spili and dramatic Kourtaliotiko Gorge to historic Preveli Monastery and the beautiful palm-lined coast of Pre…
from €220 per group up to 4
Check availability →
⏱ 7 hours 0
Explore the Kourtaliotiko Gorge and the village of Kalypso on a guided tour from Rethymno. Hike through the gorge, admire the waterfalls, and enjoy a coffee or raki in the villa…
from €395 per group up to 4
Check availability →
⏱ 8 - 10 hours 0
Discover the 2nd longest gorge in Crete on a walking tour of the Imbros Gorge. Then, cool down in the Libyan Sea with a refreshing swim and a traditional lunch.
from €33 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 10 hours 0
Hike the 18 km Samaria Gorge, Europe's longest gorge, at your own pace with a local guide. Spot mountain goats and ancient trees before reaching Agia Roumeli for an optional…
from €65 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 11 hours 0
Explore the Lazy Samaria Gorge on a guided tour from Rethymno. Enjoy a scenic drive to the Sfakia region, take a boat ride to Agia Roumeli, and hike to the Iron Gate. Pick Up In…
from €195 per person
Check availability →
⏱ 10 hours 0
Embark on a private guided hike through the Samaria Gorge. Admire the dramatic landscapes, towering cliffs, and lush greenery, and enjoy a delicious meal of local Cretan cuisine.
from €760 per person
Check availability →
0
Explore Crete on a private tour. Visit the Kourtaliotiko Waterfalls, Preveli Monastery, and Preveli Beach. Enjoy free time to swim and relax, and stop for lunch at a traditional…
from €450 per group up to 3
Check availability →Good to know: Compare the stated departure point, total duration, pickup zone and what is included before booking. “Rethymno” can describe the pickup region rather than the actual start. Free cancellation terms also differ by product, so the booking page remains the final source.
Good to know
No. The city is served by Chania and Heraklion airports, roughly 72 and 84 kilometres away respectively. Transfers and intercity buses are therefore part of arrival planning.
Its walkable Venetian and Ottoman old town, the Fortezza above the harbour and the long sandy beach east of the centre. Bookable trips add Arkadi, Eleftherna, Margarites, Preveli and the Cretan gorges.
Yes. Preveli is on the south coast beyond the mountains, so most products are full-day coach, minibus or private trips combined with Kourtaliotiko Gorge and another beach.
No. Both are in western Crete and make long day trips from Rethymno. Chania and Kissamos are closer bases, especially when either beach is the main purpose of your holiday.
No. Some depart from Rethymno, while others start in Panormo, Bali, Chania or Heraklion and may include a transfer. Always check the meeting point before comparing duration.
Not for the old town, Fortezza or city beach. A car adds flexibility for villages and the south coast, while organised trips avoid parking and mountain-road driving.
Tours from €25.08 · available today
Check availabilityWe would like to load a measurement script from our partners GetYourGuide and Discover Cars and to remember which flyer brought you here. Both show us what works. Declining changes nothing for you – every booking link keeps working. Privacy policy
