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Picture this: a Greek coffee served on a terrace facing the turquoise bay of Loutro, a village of white houses reached only on foot or by sea. The breeze carries the scent of wild thyme, and the day stretches out before you, unhurried, at your own pace. This is how Crete reveals itself with Kelifos: eight days of immersion between shore and mountain, where every path leads to a reward, a secret cove for a swim, a family taverna where they serve the morning's catch, an ancient site slumbering beneath the oleanders.
This self-guided walking holiday follows a thread between Chania, the Venetian jewel of northwest Crete, and the unspoilt villages of the southern coast. You wander from cove to cove, gorge to plateau, past the Graeco-Roman remains of Lissos, the spectacular Samaria Gorge and the tiny port of Loutro, accessible only by sea or along a coastal path. Kelifos has designed this itinerary so that pleasure always comes first: charming addresses chosen for their authenticity, stages planned to alternate walking, swimming and leisurely exploration, and a complete travel pack so you can stride ahead with total peace of mind.
Prefer to be accompanied by an English-speaking guide? Discover our guided holidays in Crete. You can also extend the escape to the Cyclades or the Ionian Islands, on foot or by bike.
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ContinuePrice includes
- accommodation on a bed-and-breakfast basis for 7 nights
- dinner at Omalos
- luggage transport
- return airport transfers Chania airport to Chania town
- internal transfers as described in the itinerary
- digital travel pack
- flights
- transfer between Heraklion and Chania (if arriving at Heraklion airport)
- boat transfers
- public bus fares
- additional transfers
- drinks
- lunches and dinners (except dinner at Omalos)
- local taxes including the government tax payable on site
- printed travel pack
- personal expenses
- site entrance fees
- insurance
- booking fees
- anything not listed under "Price includes"
- Printed travel pack: 35 EUR / pack
- Single room supplement: on request
Options & supplements
- Printed travel pack: 35 EUR / pack
- Single room supplement: on request
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Practical information
You stay in family-run boutique hotels and charming guesthouses, in double rooms with private bathroom. These addresses, selected by Kelifos for their authenticity and the quality of their welcome, reflect Cretan hospitality: small-scale establishments where you feel at home. The night at Omalos, in a mountain hotel, adds a warm and distinctive note to the trip. Single room available on request (subject to availability, with supplement).
Breakfasts are served each morning at your accommodation. Dinner at Omalos is included, a convivial meal of mountain specialities. For the rest, you compose your meals as you wish: the seaside tavernas, village bakeries and local grocers overflow with Cretan produce, fresh cheeses, plump olives, sun-ripened tomatoes. Please let us know of any allergies or dietary requirements at the time of booking.
This trip is designed to be accessible to all walkers, even occasional ones. Walks last from 3 h 30 to 5 h 30 per day, at a gentle pace that leaves time to contemplate, photograph and swim. The trails are well marked and present no technical difficulty. The most demanding day, the descent of Samaria Gorge, is downhill only, with no climbing required. You carry only a small daypack with your personal items; your luggage awaits you each evening at your accommodation.
From 2 people.
8 days / 7 nights.
This trip includes a few journeys by public transport, simple to arrange on the spot:
- Day 2: Chania to Paleochora (bus, approximately 2 h)
- Day 7: Hora Sfakion to Chania (bus, approximately 1 h 40)
Tickets are inexpensive and purchased directly at the counter or on the bus. Our travel pack details each connection with up-to-date timetables. Private taxi transfer available on request.
We provide a comprehensive digital travel pack: access to our smartphone guidance app, list of accommodations with vouchers, and all the information needed for a smooth trip. A printed version with maps and route guide can be provided on request (with supplement).
Start: Day 1, at Chania airport (transfer to hotel included).
End: Day 8, transfer to Chania airport (included).
Flights are not included in the trip price. Direct connections exist from several cities to Chania. Do not hesitate to contact us for flight suggestions.
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