Title: Things to Do in Omalos in 2026 | Expedia.com [Omalos Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Omalos.dx6206200)[Hotels in Omalos](https://expedia.com/Omalos-Hotels.d6206200.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Car Rentals in Omalos](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Omalos.d6206200.Car-Rental-Guide)[Omalos Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Omalos.d6206200.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Omalos ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Omalos Types of activities [Omalos Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Omalos.dx6206200) ![The Samaria Gorge, on the south side of Crete, is Europe's deepest canyon. The hike from the top of the gorge to the sea is about 18 km, and can be completed in about four hours.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601135/ca2cb29d-f626-48c8-97f8-3356dcfc994f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Samaria Gorge, on the south side of Crete, is Europe's deepest canyon. The hike from the top of the gorge to the sea is about 18 km, and can be completed in about four hours.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601135/ca2cb29d-f626-48c8-97f8-3356dcfc994f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Stunning view from top to bottom , 6miles walk down to the Gorge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601135/99276641-d8fc-4ada-b9fa-c67f449c2306.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Omalos plateau is a true cure for sore eyes between the end of winter and early summer, when it is constantly covered in millions of wild flowers which look like somebody spread a brightly coloured carpet over the plateau. Return a few weeks later and the plateau is coloured differently. Here, the first annual carpet of millions of Crocus sieberii colours the plateau in a delicate white hue...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601135/c3bc054a-c40a-45db-bec2-9381b18e53d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6206200) ## Recommended things to do in Omalos | Number of things to do | 22 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Samaria the Lazy Way](/things-to-do/samaria-the-lazy-way.a594182.activity-details): $96 | | Top 5 things to do | [Samaria the Lazy Way](/things-to-do/samaria-the-lazy-way.a594182.activity-details)[Manousakis Winery Shuttle Service Tour and Taste](/things-to-do/manousakis-winery-shuttle-service-tour-and-taste.a47015416.activity-details)[Chania: Paragliding Tandem Flight](/things-to-do/chania-paragliding-tandem-flight.a4558583.activity-details)[Explore the White Mountains of Crete](/things-to-do/explore-the-white-mountains-of-crete.a1699216.activity-details)[Chania Shore Excursion Off Road Vineyard and Winery Tour Half Day](/things-to-do/chania-shore-excursion-off-road-vineyard-and-winery-tour-half-day.a5231061.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Samaria the Lazy Way](/things-to-do/samaria-the-lazy-way.a594182.activity-details)[Manousakis Winery Shuttle Service Tour and Taste](/things-to-do/manousakis-winery-shuttle-service-tour-and-taste.a47015416.activity-details)[Explore the White Mountains of Crete](/things-to-do/explore-the-white-mountains-of-crete.a1699216.activity-details)[Chania Shore Excursion Off Road Vineyard and Winery Tour Half Day](/things-to-do/chania-shore-excursion-off-road-vineyard-and-winery-tour-half-day.a5231061.activity-details)[Chania Shore Excursion to the White Mountains](/things-to-do/chania-shore-excursion-to-the-white-mountains.a1699222.activity-details) | ## What to do in Omalos --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Omalos? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Omalos #### Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete Explore the great outdoors at Botanical Park and Gardens of Crete, a lovely green space in Platanias. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Botanical-Park-And-Gardens-Of-Crete-Platanias.d6322288.Vacation-Attraction) #### Platanias Square Learn about the local history of Platanias Town when you take a trip to Platanias Square. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Platanias-Square-Platanias.d6278296.Vacation-Attraction) #### Orthodox Academy of Crete Explore the campus of Orthodox Academy of Crete, during your trip to Kolymvari. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Orthodox-Academy-Of-Crete-Platanias.d553248634275592935.Vacation-Attraction) #### Manousakis Winery You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Manousakis Winery during your travels to Platanias. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Manousakis-Winery-Platanias.d553248621532502075.Vacation-Attraction) #### Máleme Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Máleme Beach during your trip to Platanias? Wander the beautiful beaches in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.com/Maleme-Beach-Platanias.d553248635997386301.Vacation-Attraction) #### Olive Tree of Vouves Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Olive Tree of Vouves during your travels in Ano Vouves. [](https://expedia.com/Olive-Tree-Of-Vouves-Platanias.d673100292042522624.Vacation-Attraction) #### OLEA Shopping Center You can do some window-shopping at OLEA Shopping Center during your trip to Platanias Town. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/OLEA-Shopping-Center-Platanias.d929146950603825152.Vacation-Attraction) #### War Shelter of Platanias You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at War Shelter of Platanias during your travels in Platanias Town. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area. [](https://expedia.com/War-Shelter-Of-Platanias-Platanias.d553248634979102400.Vacation-Attraction) #### German War Cemetery Enjoy a stop at German War Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in Platanias. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.com/German-War-Cemetery-Platanias.d553248621532502078.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Omalos ![The Samaria Gorge, on the south side of Crete, is Europe's deepest canyon. The hike from the top of the gorge to the sea is about 18 km, and can be completed in about four hours.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601135/ca2cb29d-f626-48c8-97f8-3356dcfc994f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Platanias ![Hora Sfakion Chora Sfakion Sfakia Loutro Crète Grèce](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6134966/b6b32a6f-94fb-4d0f-836b-3bea9be2af62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sfakia ![The completely secluded Kedrodasos Beach, Crete. Crystal clear water, white sand, fig trees and absolutely no people the entire day. Perfect. Far quieter and untouched than Elafonissi beach a few miles away. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601135/f8b0d1d8-cae7-4cf3-b94a-e6456668e382.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kantanos-Selino ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Omalos worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Omalos? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Omalos? ### Is three days enough to stay in Omalos? ### What are some activities to do in Omalos with kids? > - [Samaria the Lazy Way](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/samaria-the-lazy-way.a594182.activity-details) > - [Manousakis Winery Shuttle Service Tour and Taste](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/manousakis-winery-shuttle-service-tour-and-taste.a47015416.activity-details) > - [Explore the White Mountains of Crete](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/explore-the-white-mountains-of-crete.a1699216.activity-details) > - [Chania Shore Excursion Off Road Vineyard and Winery Tour Half Day](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/chania-shore-excursion-off-road-vineyard-and-winery-tour-half-day.a5231061.activity-details) > - [Chania Shore Excursion to the White Mountains](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/chania-shore-excursion-to-the-white-mountains.a1699222.activity-details) ### What to do in Omalos for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Omalos? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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