Aradena: The Canyon of Crete Full Day Hiking Tour
Overview
What Makes This Tour Unique: This isn’t just a hike; it’s an elite, fully tailored trekking experience led by a Chania-born, internationally certified IFMGA Guide with global mountaineering experience spanning from the Alps to the Himalayas. Having successfully navigated the raw terrain of Aradena Gorge over 1,000 times, I offer an unmatched level of safety, insider knowledge, and technical expertise that standard tour companies simply cannot provide.
Unlike mass-tourism group tours, this is a private, custom adventure. I will personally guide you step-by-step through every technical passage of Crete's most dramatic, red-cliffed canyon. We perfectly balance rugged exploration with premium relaxation. Our journey concludes at the exotic Marmara Beach for a generous swim and a traditional lunch at a legendary cliffside taverna, followed by a scenic water taxi ride to the village of Loutro. Every detail is seamlessly managed for an unforgettable day.
What's Included
- Full door-to-door transport from your hotel/accommodation in a comfortable, air-conditioned SUV. All fuel, insurance, and road toll costs are completely covered.
- Hiking poles (available upon request)
- Thuraya satellite phone carried at all times for off-grid safety and emergency use.
- Mountaineering helmets (optional)
- Fully certified, professional IFMGA Mountain Guide throughout the entire tour
- Tea and coffee Snacks, ice cream, and drinks at Loutro are not included. However, we have a 45-minute stop there, giving you plenty of time to relax at a seaside café and enjoy these treats on your own.
- Lunch Food is not included in the price. However, we will make a long stop at the beautiful Marmara Beach, where you will have plenty of time to dine and enjoy lunch at the famous local cliffside taverna.
- Water taxi from Marmara to Loutro is not included. This ticket is paid on the day of the tour.
- Ferry from Loutro to Chora Sfakion is not included. This additional cost is paid separately on-site
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The Gorge of Aradena
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Marmara Beach
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Loutro
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sfakia
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Full door-to-door transport from your hotel/accommodation in a comfortable, air-conditioned SUV. All fuel, insurance, and road toll costs are completely covered.
- Hiking poles (available upon request).
- Thuraya satellite phone carried at all times for off-grid safety and emergency use.
- Mountaineering helmets (optional).
- Fully certified, professional IFMGA Mountain Guide throughout the entire tour.
- Tea and coffee. Snacks, ice cream, and drinks at Loutro are not included. However, we have a 45-minute stop there, giving you plenty of time to relax at a seaside café and enjoy these treats on your own.
- Lunch. Food is not included in the price. However, we will make a long stop at the beautiful Marmara Beach, where you will have plenty of time to dine and enjoy lunch at the famous local cliffside taverna.
- Water taxi from Marmara to Loutro is not included. This ticket is paid on the day of the tour.
- Ferry from Loutro to Chora Sfakion is not included. This additional cost is paid separately on-site.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Aradena: The Canyon of Crete Full Day Hiking Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Aradena: The Canyon of Crete Full Day Hiking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Full door-to-door transport from your hotel/accommodation in a comfortable, air-conditioned SUV. All fuel, insurance, and road toll costs are completely covered.
- Hiking poles (available upon request)
- Thuraya satellite phone carried at all times for off-grid safety and emergency use.
- Mountaineering helmets (optional)
- Fully certified, professional IFMGA Mountain Guide throughout the entire tour
- Tea and coffeeSnacks, ice cream, and drinks at Loutro are not included. However, we have a 45-minute stop there, giving you plenty of time to relax at a seaside café and enjoy these treats on your own.
- LunchFood is not included in the price. However, we will make a long stop at the beautiful Marmara Beach, where you will have plenty of time to dine and enjoy lunch at the famous local cliffside taverna.
- Water taxi from Marmara to Loutro is not included. This ticket is paid on the day of the tour.
- Ferry from Loutro to Chora Sfakion is not included. This additional cost is paid separately on-site
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
