Discover Crete’s dramatic gorges and peaceful coastal paths on a small-group hiking trip from Chania, with guided walks and time to unwind in seaside villages.
  • Hike Agia Irini Gorge through plane trees and diverse flora.
  • Trek Samaria Gorge to the Iron Gates, Europe’s longest gorge.
  • Relax on Agia Roumeli’s pebble beach and clear turquoise waters.
  • Visit St. Paul’s chapel and a unique freshwater spring.
  • Walk the coastal trail to Marmara, then continue to Loutro.
  • Swim at Glyka Nera, also known as Sweetwater Beach.
  • Enjoy a Cretan family-style dinner with tsikoudia in Loutro.
  • Explore the White Mountains’ Omalos plateau above the island plains.
On this trip you can expect to stay in small family-run hotels or pensions (with the exception of the start and finish hotels, which are often larger city hotels), which will vary a little in standard and facilities: some may not have elevators, air-conditioning or English-speaking staff, but most importantly all are locally-run, with some traditional character, and in excellent central locations to give you maximum time for exploring the sights. You can expect to find clean, safe, simple accommodation in convenient locations.



Note that most accommodation in Europe does not have air conditioning units in rooms. Air conditioning is not routinely installed in European homes and workplaces. However, nearly all hotels will provide a standing or desk fan for your room on hot nights. If you do not already have one in your room, please ask your CEO to organize one for you with reception.