Welcome to
Rethymno
Located between the white mountains and the deep blue of the Cretan Sea,
Rethymno is a city where time slows down, and history hides between evey corner or narrow alley. This enchanting coastal town, located on the northern coast of Crete is a blend of Venetian Ottoman and Greek tradition. With its adorable harbour that is perfect for long walks by the sea to the golden beaches and the rich cultural heritage. Rethymno invites travelers to step into a world where past and present exist in perfect harmony.
About Rethymno climate
Rethymno’s climate is similar to Chania, that is quite warm and dry in the Summers and not so cold Winters with a bit of a light sea breeze.
Rethymno old town – a walk through centuries
Rethymno’s old town is more like an open-air museum of history, with cobbled streets, colored Venetian mansions and hidden courtyards all over the city. The Fortezza, has been a massive fortress above the city with strategic importance through the ages. The Rimondi Fountain with the sculpted lion heads remains a symbol of the Venetian era. So as some charming minarets and wooden balconies walk you through the city’s Ottoman past.
Discover Crete’s Majestic Gorges with Samaria Taxi
The breathtaking gorges near Rethymno offer an unforgettable adventure into Crete’s wild landscapes. From the lush greenery of Mili Gorge to the rugged cliffs of Prassano Gorge, nature lovers can lose themselves in dramatic scenery. Further afield, the legendary Kourtaliotiko Gorge and Samaria Gorge invite exploration, with cascading waterfalls and ancient footpaths leading to hidden chapels. To make your journey effortless, Samaria Taxi provides comfortable and reliable transfers from Rethymno to Kourtaliotiko gorge or a taxi from Rethymno to Samaria Gorge or any other of these stunning locations, ensuring a seamless connection between the city’s historic charm and the island’s untamed beauty.
A Destination That Stays With You
Rethymno is more than a destination. It’s an experience that lingers long after you’ve left. Whether you’re savoring a seaside meal, exploring its ancient streets, or trekking through its breathtaking landscapes, this city offers something truly special. It is a place where history, nature, and tradition come together to create a timeless allure, inviting you to return again and again.
Booking Information
How to book your transfer
Let us take care of your transfer to from Rethymno to Kourtaliotiko Gorge
We specialise on your safe transfer on Samaria Gorge or any other Gorge of West Crete.
Reliability
Comfort
Experience
Why Choose Samaria Taxi
Reliable and Punctual
At Samaria taxi, we understand the importance of reliability and punctuality for making your trip stress free. It is very important for us to arrive on schedule every time, with our team of excperienced drivers through their detailed knowledge of the roads, allowing you to relax and enjoy the route.
Comfortable Rides
With our extended fleet of Minivans, minibus and taxi we cater to every need of our customers. We provide transfers for bigger or smaller groups or even suggest a shared route if it pleases you for better pricing plans. All of the cars in our fleet provide a comfortable and easy ride.
Experienced Drivers
Our drivers at Samaria taxi are highly experienced with extensive local knowledge of the Samaria Gorge and the surrounding areas. With many years of experience of driving on the routes of West Crete, they ensure a safe and smooth journey, allowing them to provide tips and recommendations, giving you a better travel experience.
Affordable rates
With our very competitive pricing you can be sure that our quote will be the best on the market. We keep our prices low without compromising our quality or have any small letters in our services. If you get a better quote you can always ask us to match it.
What are your transfer options?
Private Taxi Transfers
At Samaria taxi, we can provide taxi transfer to Samaria Gorge, from any location of Crete. We can pick you up from your hotel or randevouz point and transfer you to the Gorge. We are located on most of the large cities around Crete, so we can give very competitive pricing.
We also provide taxi to Agia Irini Gorge and Vasiliki Strata Gorge
Group Transfers
We can accomodate a small or larger group transfer with the wide selection of cars in our fleet. We can provide from taxis to minivans and mini bus.
Custom Transfers
If you have any special requests, you can contact us to talk it through and find the best solution for your transfer.
Besides Samaria Gorge, we provide transfer to other known gorges of West Crete as well. These gorges are Agia Irini Gorge and Vasiliki Strata Gorge, Imbros Gorge and more.
Discover more information for those two smaller but beautiful gorges of West Crete.
Find out more information for your luxury transportation for a fun day full of hiking bellow.
