Top 15 Guided Day Hikes in Greece

1.From Chania/Rethymno: Samariá Gorge Guided Hike with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,010 reviews · 1 day · from $37Our pick

You’ll hike about 16 kilometers through Samaria Gorge with an English-speaking guide, descend from Omalos past springs and the Iron Gates, then swim at Agia Roumeli before taking the ferry to Sougia. Guides such as Ingrid, Nikos, and Silvia help with timing, safety, and transport.

“All round great trip. Third visit. Highly recommend this company and the Samaria Gorge in General!”

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2.Imbros Gorge Guided Hike and Village Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 133 reviews · 8 hours · from $35

Join an English-speaking guide such as Carolina or Ingrid for a mostly downhill 9 km hike through Imbros Gorge, followed by lunch and a swim in Chora Sfakion. Expect a rocky trail, striking narrow passages, hotel pickup, and a long day that may run beyond eight hours.

“Excellent day - just as described Ingrid and Manos were great”

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3.From Rethymno: Samariá Gorge Full-Day Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 129 reviews · 12 hours · from $37

Join an English-speaking guide, including Maria or Leonidas, for a demanding 16-kilometer walk through Samaria Gorge. From Rethymno, you’ll ride to Omalos, hike past springs and the Iron Gates, swim at Agia Roumeli, then take a ferry to Sougia before returning by bus.

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4.Caldera Trail Guided Hike and Sunset Viewing

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 110 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $229

Walk nearly 10 kilometers from Fira through Firostefani and Imerovigli toward Oia with an English or Greek guide. Expect caldera views, Skaros Rock, chapels, a picnic of fruit and smoothie, uneven ground, and a sunset above Oia away from the main crowds.

“Wonderful tour! Lea was excellent guide and was very patient with us non hikers!”

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5.Kritsa Canyon Guided Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 7 hours · from $93Top rated

Spend seven hours exploring Kritsa Canyon with an English-speaking guide such as Giorgos. Expect a moderate four-hour hike with gorge views, short climbing sections, old farmyards, Minoan remains, and a stop in Kritsa village for food, coffee, or a small museum.

“Giorgos was a great guide. He picked us up on time from our hotel, drove us to our starting point and checked we had enough water etc for our trip. He told us so much information about the surrounding area, plants etc. The walk was paced just right for a physically fit family with teenage kids. He made sure we didn’t miss anything. We really enjoyed a trip to the small museum at the end of the walk. We would highly recommend this trip. It has been the highlight of our week so far!”

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6.Richtis Gorge & Waterfall Guided Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 32 reviews · 8 hours · from $112

Spend eight hours exploring Richtis Gorge with guide Giorgos or another English-speaking guide. Walk beside a river through endemic plants, small bridges, ponds, and old mills, then reach a 20m waterfall. Hotel pickup, transfers, a snack, water, photos, and insurance are included.

“Great hike with Giorgos! Pick up from hotel, good communication. On the way a lot of information about the island, life and history. flora and fauna. Giorgos was very considerate and a good driver. Definitely recommend the hike, beautiful landscape, not too difficult.”

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7.Georgioupolis /Petres: Samaria Gorge one Day Hike with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 28 reviews · 9 hours · from $40

Take a full-day guided hike from Georgioupolis or nearby resorts through Samaria Gorge. Walk 18 kilometers across rocky ground, forests, springs, and riverbeds, then swim or eat in Agia Roumeli before the ferry to Sfakia. Guides speak English, German, and French, with Alex and Alexandra among the named guides.

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8.Zagori: Vikos Gorge full-day guided hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 26 reviews · 7 hours · from $141

Join an English-speaking guide such as George, Spiridoula, or Apostolis for a seven-hour hike through Vikos Gorge. Descend from Monodendri, cross forested trails and rocky river country, swim at the 8.5°C Voidomatis Springs, then climb to Vikos village with lunch included.

“George was flexible and adapted to our need to provide an alternative route. He gave us great information on the area flora and fauna and we enjoyed his knowledge and company. He is a real pro!! Thank you George!! Rick S”

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9.Corfu: Angel Castle Guided Hike and Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Join guide Yorgos, also listed as George or Iorgos, for a three-hour hike from Angelokastro through olive groves, Krini village, and a narrow donkey trail. Expect castle views, olive-oil insight, a small-group pace, water, a snack, and sunset wine. Hotel pickup is available from selected Corfu areas.

“A very highly recommended tour for anyone visiting Corfu. Yorgos was my guide, he was very knowledgeable about the Angelokastro, the olive trees and the donkey trails. The hike was not too difficult and the sunset and views were amazing. I chose the pick up tour, this made everything easy from start to finish, thank you 😊”

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10.From Kalamata: Polylimnio Waterfalls Guided Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 19 reviews · from $47

Leave central Kalamata by van for a guided hike through Polylimnio’s 15 forest lakes. Local guides such as George and Alex lead you across bridges to waterfalls, swimming spots, and a rope ladder. Expect 3 to 4 miles of walking, slippery rocks, cold water, snacks, and coffee.

“the views were amazing and the guide was very nice and helpful!”

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11.Pieria: Guided Hiking Tour in Enipeas Gorge of Mount Olympus

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 18 reviews · 6 hours · from $127

Walk 12 kilometers from Prionia to Litochoro with an English or Greek-speaking mountain guide. You’ll cross wooden bridges, pass waterfalls and Zeus’s bath, visit Agios Dionysios Monastery, and finish at Myloi after about five hours on a moderate trail.

“The activity was really nice! Sadly there had been a mistake. We booked for Wednesday and were supposed te be picked op at the pick up spot at 7.30. Sadly no one showed… We called and got told that it was our fault. We called again, then we heard that there had been a mistake on their side. So we got te hike one day later with good pickup this time.”

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12.Samariá Gorge Guided Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 15 reviews · 1 day · from $32Best value

Walk 16 kilometers through Samariá Gorge with an English-speaking guide, passing springs, forests, Kri-Kri habitat, and the Iron Gates. Guides such as Ingrid and Nikos have earned strong praise for clear explanations. Finish with a swim at Agia Roumeli and a ferry to Sougia.

“Très bonne organisation du départ en Bus, pause pour déjeuner, prise de billets (prévoir du liquide pour le bateau, l'appoint de préférence) et retour. La guide pour ces étapes et ses explications dans le bus était attentionnée à ce que chacun la comprenne dans son anglais. Le site et la rando elle même sont superbes ! Fait à la route fin de saison, nous étions 200-300 sur le site : parfait ! Température de 1° au départ à 25° (ce qui a rendu très agréable le bain de mat à l'arrivée)”

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13.Kavousi Canyon Guided Hike & Beach Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 13 reviews · 7 hours · from $93

Join guide Giorgos for a seven-hour small-group or private outing from Crete’s resort areas. Hike three hours through the Thrypti Mountains, see Azorias and Kavousi’s ancient olive tree, then swim at Tholos Beach. Expect mountain views, local snacks, and a moderately easy route.

“Our guide Giorgos was very nice and very knowledgeable! An amazingly beautiful hike through canyons and the adorable village of Kavousi were so awesome. Tholos beach was the perfect way to cool off after the hike! Thanks Giorgos :)”

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14.Pigadia: Agia Kyriaki Guided Hike with Coffee/Tea and Raki

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4 reviews · 3 hours · from $54

Walk from Pigadia to Agia Kyriaki Church with an English-speaking local guide. Expect olive groves, old barns, pine-scented paths, coastal views, a coffee or tea break, and a final shot of raki. The pace is calm, but the route includes demanding uphill and downhill sections.

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15.Samaria Gorge Full-Day Guided Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 15 hours · from $37

Join a guided 15-hour journey from Chania to Samaria Gorge, walking 16.5 kilometers from Omalos to Agia Roumeli. Expect early pickup, 600 wooden steps, the Iron Gates, a beach break, and a boat ride to Sougia. English and German guiding is available, and Ingrid has led recent departures.

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