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Trekkers (just visible under tree) starting along the south end of the Zaranokefala crag (Walk 7A)

Taxis

Taxis are metered according to a government-regulated charge per kilometre, which – according to drivers – needs to be reviewed annually. If it is not, they may seek to charge what they calculate to be fair. Agree the fare in advance and/or check that the meter is turned on. Extra is chargeable for luggage, and up to four passengers are allowed (certain taxis hold seven). For a party of four, long-distance taxi transfers can be very economical. See websites for taxi fare information.

Taxi drivers seek to avoid unmade roads because of the dust and the extra driving effort needed, but village roads like this are now rare. In the countryside, if you arrange a lift in a private vehicle, expect the driver to drop you just outside your destination to avoid offending local taxi drivers. In Chania, the Roussos & Manouli Marianakis taxi agency (tel: 28210 92122, mob: 697403 4453) is familiar with walkers’ needs in relation to remote trailheads and advance luggage transfers.