Private tour to Imbros Gorge

Private tour to Imbros Gorge

The gorge of Imbros is one of the deepest and narrowest gorges of Crete and the second most popular for visitors after the gorge of Samaria. It ιs located in the South East part of the White Mountains, with 7km length, and has slopes up to 300m high. There are some spectacular sections, especially several very narrow passages.

It is famous due to the rare flora and the amazing landscape all over the area. The scenery is beautiful and the low difficulty makes the descent of Imbros ideal for families.

On the way to the gorge we will stop at a Greek bakery and offer you several traditional snacks to taste, coffee or juice.

The walk takes about 2 ½ hours, at the end of the gorge at the village Komitades you can enjoy a cold drink and relax.

You will then drive down to the seaside village of Hora Sfakion where you will have free time to relax at one of the little café/taverns on the water front overlooking the sea or enjoy a dip in the cool Libyan sea.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Imbros Gorge, close to Chora Sfakia Start in Impros or Komitades, Crete Greece

This 7km walk starts from the traditional Cretan village Imbros (800m high) and ends in the village Komitades (300m high). You will walk one of the deepest and narrowest gorges of Crete.

The gorge itself is breathtaking, but you can also see various caves, cypress, oak, maple trees as well as other trees and flowers.

Before starting the walk there is a small café, if you wish to grab a coffee or local breakfast. After the short break, you will start the walk through the gorge which is downhill, with a guide who will point out the native plants and give you information about the whole area.

This walk takes about 2 ½ hours of leisure walking. You will find your way through captivating countryside while passing mountains, villages and the impressive White Mountains.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Stop At: Komitades, Komitades, Chania Prefecture, Crete

At the end of the gorge at the small village Komitades you can take a rest and enjoy a cold drink or a coffee.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Hora Sfakion, Hora Sfakion, Chania Town, Chania Prefecture, Crete

At the seaside village of Chora Sfakion you will have free time to relax at one of the little café/taverns on the water front overlooking the sea or enjoy a dip in the cool Libyan sea.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes