The White Mountains and Samaria Gorge Scenic Drive
Chania into the White Mountains (Lefka Ori) via Fournes and Lakki to the Omalos plateau and the head of the Samaria Gorge at Xyloskalo. A mountain scenic drive in western Crete from getcarhire.com. Note: the Samaria Gorge itself is a one-way walk, not a drive.

1. Chania
Start point. Head west and turn south for Fournes and Omalos.

2. Fournes
A green village in the orange-grove country where the mountain road begins to climb.

3. Lakki Village
A traditional stone village at 450m with panoramic views and a proud Battle of Crete history.

4. Omalos Plateau
The high, circular plateau at 1,100m, ringed by the White Mountains.

5. Xyloskalo (Gorge Entrance)
The head of the Samaria Gorge at 1,250m, with a viewpoint over the ravine and Mount Gigilos. The gorge is a one-way walk from here.

The White Mountains Scenic Drive Route