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Top 15 Treks in Greece

26 treks  ·  from $37 a head

Good treks fill up months ahead and the permitted ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ on the ground.

From Chania: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Trek Excursion & Guide - The early ride from Chania to Omalos
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From Chania: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Trek Excursion & Guide

1.Full-Day Samaria Gorge Trek Excursion & Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,191 reviews · 9 - 12 hours · from $41Our pick

Join guides such as Sara or Christina for a full-day Samaria Gorge trek from Chania. Walk 17 kilometers over rocky ground, rest at Agia Roumeli, then return by ferry and air-conditioned bus. The route is demanding, but clear pacing advice and hotel pickup make it easier to manage.

“Amazing day! We did the hike with our children, and our guide Christina was wonderful — kind, supportive, and really caring. When our son fell, she immediately helped us, and it felt safe knowing there are doctors along the way. The views were absolutely breathtaking, and the whole experience was unforgettable. It’s a long downhill walk on stones and rocks, so good shoes are a must.”

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From Rethymno: Samaria Gorge Full-Day Trek, Pickup & Guide - Pickup From Rethymno and the Drive to Omalos
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From Rethymno: Samaria Gorge Full-Day Trek, Pickup & Guide

2.Samaria Gorge Full-Day Trek, Pickup & Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,610 reviews · 9 - 12 hours · from $37

You’ll descend through Samaria Gorge on a demanding 18-kilometer trek, moving at your own pace with support from guides such as Pia, George, or Alexandra. Afterward, swim or eat in Agia Roumeli before taking the ferry to Sfakia and an air-conditioned coach back to Rethymno.

“Amazing!! Long day though - which I guess couldn’t be helped due to the amount of pick ups needed and location. Couldn’t fault the hike!!”

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Kourtaliotiko Gorge: Guided River Adventure Trek with Lunch - The Banana Garden is both meeting point and finish
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Kourtaliotiko Gorge: Guided River Adventure Trek with Lunch

3.Kourtaliotiko Gorge: Guided River Adventure Trek with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 106 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $112

Join guides such as Panos or Alkis for a small-group river trek through Kourtaliotiko Gorge. Swim to a cold waterfall, walk through clear pools, spot frogs and dragonflies, then enjoy Cretan tapas and a beer at The Banana Garden.

“Alka the guide was great !! his love to the place gave us an added bonus. as a hiking experience, it was fantastic”

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Kourtaliotiko Gorge River Trek with Lunch! Pick-up Avaliable - Starting above the gorge and reaching the waterfall
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Kourtaliotiko Gorge River Trek with Lunch! Pick-up Avaliable

4.Kourtaliotiko Gorge River Trek with Lunch! Pick-up Avaliable

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 90 reviews · 5 hours · from $112

Swim to Kourtaliotiko Gorge’s Great Waterfall, follow the river through natural pools and plane-tree forest, then enjoy lunch at Banana Garden. An English-speaking guide leads the small group of up to 10, with neoprene suits, helmets, poles, waterproof phone cases, and transfers included.

“It was truly an awesome experience from the very start to the end. The guide was well organised and helped walking through more challenging spots in the river. Also told a lot about Crete and the place where we were walking. The views were breathtaking. At the end we had lunch at banana garden where we also got a chance to walk around with the garden owner and see lots of plants/trees. Thanks very much for such a great experience. It was well worth it!”

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Karpathos Lastos mountain Hike with guide - From Archangelou Mychael into the pine forest
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Karpathos Lastos mountain Hike with guide

5.Karpathos Lastos mountain Hike with guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $68Top rated

Walk about 9 kilometers through Karpathos’ Lastos mountains with guides Renate or Thom, passing pine forests, old stone shelters, goat country, wide views, and seasonal waterfalls. The route is strenuous in places and includes exposed sections, but walking sticks and a maximum of 10 people help keep the outing personal and steady.

“We were collected by our guided in Pigadia(recommended) as the starting point can take some time to find if you are new on the Island. Our guide Thom is from Sweden but has lived in the mountain with his wife in Karpathos in many years where they have explored the mountain area, the nature ( flowers, animals and vegetations) and have collected a lot of enlightening stories of the surrounding mountain area including the history of the Island. The views are breath taking, the colors and smells from spices blend into the demanding walk some places on the rim to the sky and the endless space. Thom will deliver stories…”

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Samaria Gorge Trek: Full-Day Excursion from Chania with Guide - The early ride to Omalos
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Samaria Gorge Trek: Full-Day Excursion from Chania with Guide

6.Samaria Gorge Trek: Full-Day Excursion from Chania with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 51 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $41

Start with pickup in Chania, ride to Omalos, then walk roughly 16 kilometers downhill through the White Mountains and Samaria Gorge. Guides such as Sara, Christina, Nikos, and Thomas help with timing and safety. Finish with a swim and lunch in Agia Roumeli before the ferry to Sougia.

“Amazing adventure! Our guide Nikos and our driver added to the adventure-historical and cultural overviews in the drive, and our guide was on the trail for anything if needed. Weather was perfect! NO CROWDS!! This park will close until strong at the end of the month!!”

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River Trekking at Kourtaliotiko Gorge Waterfalls to Preveli Beach - Starting at Kourtaliotiko Gorge
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River Trekking at Kourtaliotiko Gorge Waterfalls to Preveli Beach

7.River Trekking at Kourtaliotiko Gorge Waterfalls to Preveli Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $156

George, also called Giorgos, leads a private five-hour trek through Kourtaliotiko Gorge. You will swim beneath a waterfall, walk in the Megalopotamos River, then follow a mountain path to Preveli Palm Beach. Bring sturdy water shoes and be ready for cold water, uneven rocks, and a real workout.

“The highlight of our trip to Greece! George was a great guide. Our ferry to Crete was postponed two days due to windy weather, and we were afraid that we would have to forfeit our prepaid booking. But George graciously rescheduled us for another day at our convenience. Also, I am in my 60's and go slow, while my young sons hike fast. George tailor made the trip for us, guiding me slowly through an easy path, while directing my sons to a more challenging route. George also was very knowledgeable regarding local history and myths, geology, and fauna. The waterfall was stunning, and the trip down the river breathtaking,…”

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Samaria Gorge Trek: Full-Day Excursion from Rethymno with Guide - What the 5 to 7-hour gorge walk feels like
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Samaria Gorge Trek: Full-Day Excursion from Rethymno with Guide

8.Samaria Gorge Trek: Full-Day Excursion from Rethymno with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 46 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $38

Start with a morning pickup from Rethymno and ride to Omalos for the 5 to 6-hour descent through Samaria Gorge. Your guide helps with timing and tickets, while you walk at your own pace. Finish with time for lunch or a swim in Agia Roumeli before the ferry to Sfakia.

“Amazing day. Beautiful scenery. Enjoyed v much, though legs rather stiff the next day. Should have had a 10 min stretch before the descent! V friendly and helpful guide, called George”

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Kourtaliotiko Gorge: Guided River Trekking with Lunch - Starting above the gorge and meeting the waterfall
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Kourtaliotiko Gorge: Guided River Trekking with Lunch

9.Kourtaliotiko Gorge: Guided River Trekking with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 36 reviews · 5 hours · from $112

Spend five hours with a guide in Kourtaliotiko Gorge, following the river through forest, pools, and waterfalls. You will use neoprene gear, helmets, poles, and waterproof phone cases, then finish with a light lunch and refreshments at Banana Garden. Pickup is available from Rethymno and nearby villages.

“Perfect activity to do when its very hot. Very kind guides. And an amazing ending”

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Ios Island Trekking Tours: Discover Ios Unexplored - Hearing Ios through George’s family stories
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Ios Island Trekking Tours: Discover Ios Unexplored

10.Ios Island Trekking Tours: Discover Ios Unexplored

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $36Best value

George leads a private, flexible walk through Ios, from countryside paths and hillside churches to Chora or the lighthouse. Choose a route based on your time and interests, hear local stories, use provided trekking poles, and add Diaseli cheese tasting for €25 per person.

“The tour was great! George was very knowledgable and went above and beyond with the service! The walk itself was very beautiful and interesting learning about the culture and history of Ios and the people who live here. If you’re thinking of doing it I’d absolutely recommend the tour!”

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River Trekking to the Waterfall in Andros - Reaching the waterfall and swimming pool
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River Trekking to the Waterfall in Andros

11.River Trekking to the Waterfall in Andros

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $84

Follow guides such as Argiris, Bill, or Corina through the Achla River to Gerolimni waterfall. Expect rock crossings, light climbing, a swim in the cold pool, snacks, water, and an English-speaking guide. Pickup from Andros accommodations is available for an extra €25 per person.

“We had a wonderful relaxed and peaceful tour. Bill was absolutely awesome- he was very knowledgeable and told us lots about the surrounding area as well as the historical castles, churches etc.”

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Half-Day River Trekking Stenosia from Kalamata - The first Stenosia waterfall sets the tone
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Half-Day River Trekking Stenosia from Kalamata

12.Half-Day River Trekking Stenosia from Kalamata

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $90

Join Climb Up for a 4 to 6-hour group trek from Kalamata to Stenosia and Kalamaris Waterfall. Guides George or Alex lead you through dense vegetation, bridges, wildlife, and cool river water. Pickup, backpacks, sticks, snacks, and water are included, with a swim at the final falls.

“Amazing hike in the forest. We were all the time next to the river. Fresh cold water. Thank you climb up team. We will be back”

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Andros: Achla River Trekking to the Waterfall - The short hike to the Achla River
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Andros: Achla River Trekking to the Waterfall

13.Andros: Achla River Trekking to the Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $73

Join a local English-speaking guide for a four-hour trek through the Achla River to Gerolimni Waterfall, said to be the only waterfall in the Cyclades. Expect a short approach hike, river walking, a swim, packed lunch, and an easier return route. Chora transport is included.

“WONDERFUL 😊 I did the excursion with my mum, and two sons who are 11 and 8. Our guide was friendly, considerate and accommodating. He spent time explaining surrounding and a history to us all, and even spoke with the boys about their interests. The hike up was manageable, just enough effort to make you feel like you really deserved the incredible treat at the top! We all cooled down with the most beautiful and serene swim (plus some dive bombing 🤣). Bill brought extra water and snacks, and was the very best photographer ensuring we captured everyone's smiles. An sideline thanks to James who was on the trip with…”

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10-Day Inn-to-Inn Self-Guided Trekking Holiday Andros Trail - Cyclades - Day two: watermills, Froussei Valley, and the first mountain climb
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10-Day Inn-to-Inn Self-Guided Trekking Holiday Andros Trail – Cyclades

14.10-Day Inn-to-Inn Self-Guided Trekking Holiday Andros Trail – Cyclades

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $1,037

Spend 10 days walking across Andros with a private group, daily breakfast, eight nights of lodging, luggage transfers, and a detailed Walker’s Pack. Ariana and the One Foot Forward team arrange transfers and local support while you hike from Gavrio to Batsi, Korthi, Andros Town, Apoikia, Arni, and back toward the coast.

“Ariana and her crew did a fantastic job of organizing the logistics of our self-guided hiking experience. Accommodations were as described and food was Greek, so excellent. The hiking was hotter than anyone expected and I suffered a bout oRead more”

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Athens Sunset Hymettus Mountain Hike - Pine paths with a gentle pace
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Athens Sunset Hymettus Mountain Hike

15.Athens Sunset Hymettus Mountain Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $47

Hike Mount Hymettus above Athens with an English-speaking certified guide, watching the sunset over the city and visiting Byzantine church ruins built over a fifth-century basilica. The small group is capped at 10, with optional hotel pickup and free tour photos.

“Our guide, Konstantinos, communicated with me a day ahead to confirm time and specific info for pick up. He was right on time. It was nice to take the short car ride and get out of the city for the evening. The hike was not difficult and Konstantinos stopped multiple times to point out different plants along the way and told us some history as well. He also took pictures of us at different locations which was very nice since we rarely get pictures with the whole family. The sunset was absolutely beautiful! The hike after the sunset to get back to the car was short and there was plenty…”

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