Small group hiking between the beach and Kritinia Castle
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
Starting from Kritinia, a small town of Cretan origin, you descend through a path surrounded by Aleppo pines, strawberry trees, wild sage and thorny oaks, to a small pebble bay that boasts a crystalline sea. The panorama enjoyed during this descent is unique: Halki, Alimia and other small islands emerge from the blue of the Aegean and this view, together with the pure air that you breathe along this route, will remain an indelible memory.
After crossing the small bay, the ascent towards the castle begins along a narrower path which then opens onto land planted with vines and olive trees and delights us with particular aromas coming above all from the small aromatic plants that surround it.
After visiting the castle, our excursion takes us back to the village accompanied by scents of citrus and fruit trees
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for under 16s
What To Expect
A 13 km hike to discover a small bay, reachable only on foot, with a panoramic view of the Aegean and a passage through the fertile valley to the castle of Kritinia.
Options
Kritinia transfer not included
Kritinia transfer included
Minivan with A / C Pickup included
Whatâs Included
Bottled water
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Group Vacation
Antonio S,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Group vacation where everything was fantastic! Everyone is happy and satisfied! We are already ready for the next vacation đ in đđŹđ·
Nice walk with beautiful views
ReidarS,Jun 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were picked up early sunday morning at our hotel in Faleraki by our guide Manuela ,and together with an english couple we drove to the Kritinia area where our hike started. It was a very hot day,so Manuela gave us extra bottles of water. We started walking up a steep hill, and at the top we got a beautiful view over the Aegean sea and the beautiful island Halki ( which my wife and I visited 15 years ago on a 7 day hike around the Rhodos Island) Our lunch break was in a small beach with peeble stones. We also got the chance to dip our toes in the rough sea (Manuela even went swimming in the big waves) After the break we continued to the ruins of Kritinia castle (the end of the hike)sitting on the top of a small mountain. The view here was amazing. Afterwards we had a stop in the small village of Kritinia for a cup of coffee. On our way back home we even visited the Gadoura dam in Laerna which support drinking water to the city of Rhodos. All in all a fantastic day, thanks to our guide Manuela and our traveling companions
Trekking stipendo
Passport710529,Apr 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The route was chosen is well managed, the guide was attentive to all needs, very prepared. The path is wonderful and allows you to experience the island in an alternative way.
We took part in several days of trekking , sometimes challenging , visits to ruins and swimming in the sea
Claudio R,Oct 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guide Elisa friendly , prepared , punctual , helpful and patient with all participants . We did sometimes challenging walks and swims in the sea , unthinkable for us before leaving . Very friendly hotel staff and more than good quality services
Best hike to Kristina castle and beac
Nomad65048729405,May 15, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The hike started from Kristina village. Meeting Elisa and Maria we started the lovely hike by going down a beautifully road looking towards the rocky beach we were heading at. Though most flowers are already gone at the lower places, we were lucky to see the poppies at full bloom, pink cistus flowers, the mastika trees and much more. The lovely conversation with Elisa and her knowledgeable explanations made the hike even nicer. We reached the hidden rocky beach, where after a short rest we climbed to the Kristina fortress and heard all about the pilgrims who built it. The view was amazing, as well as the climb back to the village. We strongly recommend the tour,and even more so Elisa!
Related Experiences
Operated by Hiking rhodes