The largest and most mountainous of the Greek islands, Crete boasts an incredible variety of scenery and vegetation, with more species of flower than the British Isles, and an amazing history dating back to the 4,000 year old Minoan civilization . Modern Cretans are generous and fiercely independent, with strong local dialects, folk costumes and a proud record of resistance to invaders. In the west of the island rise the spectacular White Mountains, so called because in winter they glisten under thick snow and in summer their limestone summits appear to shine white under the sun. Our tour alternates between coastal walks, magnificent gorges and peak ascents. We spend the first 6 nights in small hotels or pensions in villages, eating at local tavernas.
All huts have cold water, dormitory bunks and bedding.
Lunches are picnics taken at a scenic spot en route. Our luggage goes by boat, bus or taxi. Large scale maps of the area also available Itinerary Day 1 Meet in Chania in the morning. Day 2 Taxi to trailhead.