Imbros Gorge from Chania

From the 1-st of May, 2023

Discover the history and the unique beauty of Imbros Gorge.

Highlights:

• Hike through the spectacular Imbros Gorge
• Learn the history of the Gorge during the period of the battle of Crete in 1941

Includes:

• Pick-up and drop-off at Chania area
• Guide
• Transportation by bus

Not Included:

• Entrance Fee 2.50 euro
• Lunch

Please note: The pick up starts from the area of Kolymbari and ends at Halepa's area. We pick up and drop off the customers close to their hotel.

Imbros Gorge is located in the province Sfakia and is the second largest gorge in Crete, following Samaria Gorge. The picturesque scenery and its wilderness in combination with the low difficulty make the descent of Imbros ideal for families with children. The walking length of the gorge is 9 km and the course lasts about 2.5 hours. You can walk to the gorge all year round and it is definitely worth seeing.

During your descent you will meet various famous locations such as the Airplane, Stenada, Mesofarango and Xepitira Arch.

Imbros gorge was the escape route for thousands of allied troops retreating from the north of the island. During the period of the battle of Crete in 1941 the troops headed for Chora Sfakion to be collected by ships.

Itinerary:

08:30-09:20 Pick up

10:20 Arrival at Imbros gorge free time for coffee and/or breakfast.

10:40 Beginning of the hike

13:30 Hike ends at Komitades Village (depending on how fast you walk). Departure for Sfakia (or else called Chora Sfakion).

14:15 Arrival at Sfakia where you can swim or enjoy a meal at the local taverns.

16:15 Departure from Sfakia

17:30-18:15 Arrival at your Hotel