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From Chania: Imbros Gorge Hike & Frangokastello Beach
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Experience the raw beauty of Crete on a full-day adventure from the rugged White Mountains to the tranquil Libyan Sea. Begin with a self-guided hike through the spectacular Imbros Gorge — an 8-kilometer descent through a narrow canyon shaped by centuries of wind and water. Surrounded by towering limestone walls, you’ll walk beneath shaded pines, past wild herbs like thyme and sage, and over smooth stone paths carved into the earth. As golden eagles glide above and the scent of Cretan flora fills the air, you’ll feel part of the island’s untouched wilderness. After emerging from the gorge, continue to the peaceful coastal haven of Frangokastello. Swim in crystal-clear waters, relax on the wid...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Public liability insurance
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Cold soft drinks, beer, bottled water
Sandwiches, Cretan kalitsounia in a snack box
Umbrellas for the beach
Pickup and drop off service from your accommodation
Local tour guide (English and German speaking)
Gratuities
Hiking guide (available upon request)
Entrance fee to Imbros Gorge
Important Information
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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From Chania: Imbros Gorge Hike & Frangokastello Beach
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About
Experience the raw beauty of Crete on a full-day adventure from the rugged White Mountains to the tranquil Libyan Sea. Begin with a self-guided hike through the spectacular Imbros Gorge — an 8-kilometer descent through a narrow canyon shaped by centuries of wind and water. Surrounded by towering limestone walls, you’ll walk beneath shaded pines, past wild herbs like thyme and sage, and over smooth stone paths carved into the earth. As golden eagles glide above and the scent of Cretan flora fills the air, you’ll feel part of the island’s untouched wilderness. After emerging from the gorge, continue to the peaceful coastal haven of Frangokastello. Swim in crystal-clear waters, relax on the wid...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Public liability insurance
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Cold soft drinks, beer, bottled water
Sandwiches, Cretan kalitsounia in a snack box
Umbrellas for the beach
Pickup and drop off service from your accommodation
The Imbros gorge is an 8 km long and the second most popular gorge for walkers in Crete after the Samaria Gorge. The walk begins at the small village of Imbros, 700 m above the sea level. Since the average walking time is about 2.5 hours, the relative easiness of the hike makes it an ideal walk for families with children. Although not as well-known as the famous Samaria Gorge, it is well worth seeing, because it is very picturesque as there are some very spectacular sections, especially the several very narrow passages. The narrowest point is only 1,6m wide!
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Frangokastello Beach
Frangokastello is one of the most famous beaches of Crete, well-known for the local Venetian castle on the beautiful beach and the legendary ghosts of Drosoulites. Located 13 km east of Chora Sfakion, 79 km south-east of Chania, it lies in a small valley south of the White Mountains in Crete. It was built by the Venetians between 1371 and 1374, was used as a garrison in the region, is in the shape of a simple rectangular, with towers at each corner and a main gate. Legend has it, shadows of armed Greek soldiers who lost their lives in the Battle of Frangokastello on 17 th May 1828 seem to march towards the fortress around dawn. They are called Drosoulites or dew-men due to the time of day that the phenomenon takes place and can be seen every year, on the anniversary of the battle or even in early June.
