Imbros Gorge Walking Tour



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Duration: 8h+
Location: Imbros, Imbros Gorge, Crete, Greece | Crete, Greece


Category: Adventures

Highlights:
Guided hike in the countryside with stunning mountain views
Opportunity to walk through the imposing Imbros Gorge
Charming, picturesque & traditional village of Komitades
Admiring the Venetian castle of Fragokastello by the coast
Free time & chance to swim in cool & refreshing Libyan Sea

Inclusions:
Guided walking tour of Imbros Gorge
Sfakiani pita at a local tavern in Imbros
Roundtrip transportation to and from your central Heraklion or Rethymnon hotel
Live tour commentary provided in English

Description:

Escape to the cool and mesmerizing village of Imbros as you pass by mountain villages and the impressive White Mountains. At Imbros Gorge, a canyon 7 miles (11 km) long near Hora Sfakion in southern Crete, experience nature at its best and admire a Venetian castle on this take a breaking walking tour.

After a convenient hotel pick up, head toward Imbros to start your walking journey. Follow your expert guide and wind your way through the captivating countryside as you pass mountain villages and the impressive White Mountains. At the end of the gorge, reach the picturesque village Komitades, where you have free time for lunch.

Next, drive to Fragokastello, an old Venetian castle, and listen to tales of its interesting history from your guide. According to legend, around the anniversary of an important battle in May, shadows of Cretan and Epirote soldiers—known as Drosoulites or dew-men—are said to march to the castle at dawn. As your tour ends, enjoy free time to swim in the cool Libyan Sea before returning to your hotel.



Cancellation Policy: 72 hours
Know before you book: Children 2 and younger are complimentary.

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