Guided Hike to the summit of Mount Karfi near Heraklion

Discover the ancient remains of the Minoan civilisation on this guided hike from Heraklion to the summit of Mount Karfi!

Book your activity

From€123
5 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 6 years-old and up

Practical information

Looking for an interesting hike near Heraklion? Discover the ruins of an old Minoan settlement during this guided hike to Mount Karfi!

  • Family friendly hike.
  • Distance: 7.5 km (4,6 miles).
  • Maximum altitude : 1 100 m (3 609 ft).
Course of events
  • Free transport from your hotel near Heraklion to the starting point of the hike.
  • Activity briefing.
  • 4 hours of hiking : The duration of the excursion depends on weather conditions, participants skills and group size.
  • Transport back to your hotel.
Activity requirements

You must be able to walk a distance of 7.5 km (4,6 miles) to take part in this activity.

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

A minimum number of 3 participants is required to run this activity.

Special terms

Free transport from/to your hotel is included as long as you are within the predefined pick-up area : on the coast between Paralia Fodele and Pirgos. You can see the area for free pick up here.

Please notify your guide in case of allergies, pre-existing medical conditions, phobias and disabilities that may affect the excursion.

Meeting point:
Free transport from/to your hotel near heraklion
Spoken languages:Greek, English
Included
  • Experienced, English speaking trekking guide
  • Free transport from/to your hotel (as long as you are within the predefined pick-up area)
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Lunch pack (water,energy bar, fruits, juice box)
  • Sunglasses
Excluded
  • Private expenses (coffees, alcoholic drinks etc.)
  • Trekking equipment (trekking poles, backpack) upon request
Do not forget to bring
  • Hiking shoes
  • Windproof jacket
  • Camera
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Cap