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Imbros gorge & Frangokastello - from Rethymno with the best guide

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8 to 9 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

Imbro's gorge is the second bigger gorge of Crete than Samaria. The length is 8km and needs about 3 hours hiking with proper sports shoes.
It's an amazing gorge which ends to South Crete.
Next destination of the excursion, Frangokastello, where you'll have 2 hours free time for swimming and lunch.

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Imbros entrance
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point
Pickup details

Panormo, Scaleta, Sfakaki, Adelianos kampos, Platanias, Missiria, Rethymno

What To Expect

Wear comfortable shoes, put on your hat and get ready for the 3 hours descend of the imbros gorge.

After completing the beautiful hike, we move on the next stop: Frangokastelo (2 hours free time).
Explore the castle, cool off at the beach or enjoy a meal in one of the local taverns..

Warnings: Always take a lot of water. Imbros Gorge is one of the hottest places on Crete, and the river that flows through it in winter dries up completely in summer – there is nowhere to fill up your water bottle, whatever your books may tell you.

Use good shoes. Imbros Gorge has many big stones – some as big as footballs – I slipped and fell twice in my trainers.

TRIP

The route starts from the small village of Imbros, 700 meters above sea level. We follow the sign to the gorge entrance and soon arrive at a ticket counter (2€).

The initial part of the gorge, which is quite wide, is called Porofarago or Porolagos. Initially the course is descending and the sidewalls are relatively low. But while descending, the canyon narrows continuously, the sidewalls raise higher and the scenery is impressive. Soon the sides of the canyon start approaching and getting higher, we see various caves, while the vegetation consists of old cypresses, oaks and maples popping up through the rocks.

Therefore, the canyon was a theatre of several battles between the Ottomans and the Christians during the Turkish Occupation of Crete, especially in 1821 and 1867.

Moving on, we cross the position called Airplane, where a German plane crashed during the Second World War (debris is housed in the war museum at Askyfou).

After this we reach the most impressive part of the Gorge, Stenada. Here the gorge walls approach at 1.6m, while their height reaches 300m! The rocks are carved with very beautiful formations.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Its not recommented without suitable shoes
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Imbros gorge & Frangokastello – from Rethymno with the best guide?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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 (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Imbros entrance

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • its not recommented without suitable shoes
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • 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 (EEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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