Walking in East Crete

About This Tour

A week of walking in East Crete, through the UNESCO Geopark of Sitìa which clings to the coast and, as well as having superb beaches, has the Zakros Mountains as backdrop. Explore this remote region of Lasithi, its karst limestone shoreline boasting an array of ancient fossils, caves and gorges including Zakros Gorge, aka Gorge of the Dead because ancient Minoans buried their people here. There are also some ancient archaeological sites, such as Zakros’ Minoan palace or abandoned village of Hamètoulo, turning this coast into a sun-drenched museum.

Highlights

• Welcome meeting with our local representative
• 6 nights in small hotels and guesthouses (private rooms with en-suite facilities)
• 6 breakfasts
• 4 dinners
• All transfers as described in the itinerary
• All luggage transportation during the walking days
• Detailed holiday information pack including GPS-checked and regularly updated route descriptions, route notes and maps
• 24/7 phone assistance by our local office/representative