Explore the probably most beautiful town in Crete with its unique townscape, characterised by the Venetian and Ottoman occupation period.

In the morning by bus into the pretty coastal town Paleochora, situated direclty at the sea. Enjoy a plunge into the cool turqoise waters and relax in the sun on the marvellous sandy beach. Take a stroll through the colourful alleyways, visit the historic fortress Castello Selino, towering high up on a hill above the village are all a must.

Wonderful hiking tour from the coast up to the plateau. Through a gorge you reach the ancient site of Lyssos, a paradise for archeologists due to the Greek and Roman remains. This site is only accessible from the sea or on foot, a green oasis with a marvellous bay and a beautiful harbour. After a rest you ascend again to a plateau and walk in the shade through the gorge of Selinou all the way to the village of Sougia.

Today a very special hiking highlight awaits with the crossing of the wild Agia Irini gorge. You ascend on exciting paths, walk through a lush riverbed featuring fragrant oleander bushes and plenty more blooming plants. At the end of the hike, you get by transfer to Omalos. The village is situated on a plateau, where you are greeted by grazing herds of sheep, today the sea appears far away.

Short transfer to Xyloskalo, the start of the famous Samaria gorge, one of the longest gorges in Europe. Between high rock faces and over small wooden bridges you get safely across the gurgling river, you steadily descend all the way to the Lybian Sea, always accompanied by spectacular views and unique impressions. In bad weather conditions transfer to Sougia and then directly by ferry to Agia Roumeli where you can take a dreamlike hike along the coast.

Hiking tour along the coast, past the historic site of Agios Pavlos and the chapel dating  back to the 12th century. You reach Loutro, a beautiful village with white houses, in a very remote location and built spectacularly into the mountainside.  Again and again you have the chance to jump into the sea, particularly the pretty village of Lykos with its little beach and the white marble slabs invites to a proper cool-off. Afterwards by water taxi to Loutro.

Today you have the entire day at your disposal. Maybe visit the Venetian fortress complex and observe the goings-on in the colourful alleyways, the restaurants situated in the pretty harbour serve local specialities and the catch of the day. As soon as you wish take the boat to Chora Sfakion and from there by bus back to Chania, where your holiday comes to a relaxed end.

Explore what is arguably the most beautiful town in Crete, with its unique townscape, shaped by the Venetian and Ottoman periods of occupation.

In the morning, take the bus to the pretty coastal town of Paleochora, situated right by the sea. Treat yourself to a dip in the cool, turquoise waters and relax in the sun on the beautiful sandy beach. Stroll through the colourful alleys, and don’t miss a visit to the historic Castello Selino Fortress, which towers high above Paleochora on a hill.

A wonderful hike from the coast up to the plateau awaits you. Passing through a gorge, you’ll reach the ancient site of Lyssos, a paradise for archaeologists thanks to its Greek and Roman remains. The site is accessible only by sea or on foot – a green oasis with a stunning cove and a lovely harbour. After a rest, you’ll ascent back up to a plateau and hike through the shady Selinou Gorge to the village of Sougia.

Today’s hike features a very special highlight: a trek through the wild and romantic Agia Irini Gorge. Following adventurous uphill trails, you’ll hike through a lush riverbed where fragrant oleander bushes and many other plants are in bloom. At the end of the hike, you’ll be transferred to Omalos. The village lies on a plateau where grazing flocks of sheep welcome you – the sea seems far away today.

A short transfer to Xyloskalo, the starting point of the famous Samaria Gorge, one of the longest gorges in Europe. Between high rock faces and across small wooden bridges that safely guide you over the gurgling river, the trail descends steadily towards the Libyan Sea, accompanied throughout by spectacular views and unique experiences. In case of bad weather, a transfer will take you directly to Sougia and then on by ferry to Agia Roumeli, where you can enjoy a wonderful hike along the coast.

Today, a hike will take you along the coast, past the historic site of Agios Pavlos and the 12th-century chapel of the same name. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to take a refreshing dip in the sea – Marmara beach and the lovely Lykos, in particular, with its small beach and white marble slabs, is the perfect spot for a long swim. Finally, you’ll reach Loutro, a beautiful village with white houses, situated in a secluded spot on the coast and spectacularly built into the mountainside. This stage can also be shortened by taking a water taxi to Loutro.

Today you have plenty of time to spend as you wish. Why not visit the Ottoman fortress (Koules of Loutro) and watch the hustle and bustle in the colourful alleys? The restaurants at the pretty harbour serve local specialities and fresh-caught fish straight from the sea. Finally, take the ferry to Chora Sfakion and from there continue with an organized transfer back to Chania, where you can comfortably round off your eventful walking holiday.