Do you provide information on age requirements for renting a car for the self-drive tour?

Drivers must be between 21 and 69 years old, holding a valid driving license for at least 12 months prior to renting.

What are the car rental options available for the tour?

You can choose from different car groups such as Car Group A (e.g., Nissan Pixo), Car Group B (e.g., Fiat Panda), or Car Group C (e.g., Skoda Fabia) depending on your preferences.

Can pre or post tour hotel accommodations be added to the itinerary?

You can request pre or post tour accommodations. Please inform us as soon as you finalize your dates so we can provide the relevant costs.

Is travel insurance provided or recommended?

While we do not provide travel insurance, we highly recommend obtaining comprehensive travel insurance for your trip.

What payment methods are accepted?

We accept various payment methods including major credit cards and online payment platforms.

Is it possible to request a change in tour dates?

Yes, date changes are possible. Kindly check the available dates in our system and communicate your preferred dates to proceed.

Can twin room accommodations be booked?

Yes, twin room accommodations can be booked as per your request.

Are there any special deals or discounts for booking car rentals?

You can check the latest updates and promotions on car rentals directly through our booking system or by contacting us for the most current offers.

How can I confirm participation in the tour?

You can confirm by clicking the 'Book Now' button on our page which will guide you through the booking process.

Can I bring a guest over 69 years old as the primary driver?

Unfortunately, our age limit for primary drivers is between 21 and 68 years old for the self-drive tour.

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Discovering Crete, Self-drive

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The car was ideal to suit our needs, and the hotels were lovely. There is excellent value for money, and I would use this operator again.
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Road Trip & Self-Drive: Hit the open road and travel at your own pace
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Self-guided: Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Heraklion
Heraklion
Start point
Heraklion International Airport Nikos Kazantzakis (HER) Διεθνής Αερολιμένας Ηρακλείου Νίκος Καζαντζάκης, Νέα Αλικαρνασσός, Nea Alikarnassos, Crete, Greece (Car pick up at Heraklion Airport)
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Hotel Olympic)
Day 2
Heraklion
Heraklion
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Hotel Olympic)
Included Activities
- Visit Heraklion Archaeological Museum
- Visit Palace of Knossos
Landmarks
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Palace of Knossos
Day 3
Heraklion to Chania
Heraklion to Chania
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Hotel Arkadi)
Optional Activities
- Walk to Egyptian lighthouse
- Explore Venetian boatyards and marina area
- Dine at dockside tavern
Landmarks
Egyptian Lighthouse
Venetian Boatyards
Day 4
Chania to Elafonissi and return
Chania to Elafonissi and return
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Hotel Arkadi)
Optional Activities
- Walk through sea to reach Elafonissi island
- Swim and relax on Elafonissi beach
Landmarks
Elafonissi
Day 5
Chania to Rethymnon
Chania to Rethymnon
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Hotel Olympic Palladium)
Optional Activities
- Explore Rethymnon old town
- Walk harbour area
- Wander winding back streets
Day 6
Rethymnon to Agios Nikolaos via Elounda and Spinalonga
Rethymnon to Agios Nikolaos via Elounda and Spinalonga
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Hotel Apollon)
Optional Activities
- Visit Voulisma Beach
- Shop at 28is Oktovriou pedestrian street
- Shop at waterfront port area
- Take boat to Spinalonga Island
Landmarks
Voulisma Beach
Elounda
Spinalonga Island
Day 7
Agios Nikolaos to Sitia and Vai
Agios Nikolaos to Sitia and Vai
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Hotel Apollon)
Optional Activities
- Visit Monastery of Toplou
- Explore Vai palm forest and beach
Landmarks
Sitia
Monastery of Toplou
Vai Palm Forest
Day 8
Agios Nikolaos to Heraklion
Agios Nikolaos to Heraklion
End point
Heraklion International Airport Nikos Kazantzakis (HER) Διεθνής Αερολιμένας Ηρακλείου Νίκος Καζαντζάκης, Νέα Αλικαρνασσός, Nea Alikarnassos, Crete, Greece (Car drop off at Heraklion Airport)
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Palace of Knossos

Landmarks
Egyptian Lighthouse
Venetian Boatyards

Landmarks
Elafonissi

Landmarks
Voulisma Beach
Elounda
Spinalonga Island

Landmarks
Sitia
Monastery of Toplou
Vai Palm Forest

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Where You'll Stay

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Hotel Olympic
Hotel 3*
Days 1, 2
Hotel Arkadi
Hotel 3*
Days 3, 4
Hotel Olympic Palladium
Hotel 3*
day 5
Hotel Apollon
Hotel 3*
Days 6, 7

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Destination Services Greece

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Rating: 4.1 (221 reviews)
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4.3

Overall rating based on 3 Reviews

Itinerary
4.7
Transport
3.3
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
4.7
Food
5.0
Tour Operator
4.1

Renee5.0•May 2024
This is a self-drive package of hotels/rental cars, and suggested itinerary. If you are looking for a group tour,...
This is a self-drive package of hotels/rental cars, and suggested itinerary. If you are looking for a group tour, this isn't it. This was exactly what we wanted. The car was ideal to suit our needs, and the hotels were lovely. If you are over 69-year-old, they will not let you be the driver. My travel companion could not be added as second driver for this reason. The car rental said it was insurance reasons. I was of age, so it was fine, but people should be aware. The hotels were of high quality with excellent breakfast buffets. There is excellent value for money, and I would use this operator again.Show more
Traveled in April 2024
G4.0•October 2022
I maybe should have thought about this more. I assumed there might be other folks on this tour and we'd have someone...
I maybe should have thought about this more. I assumed there might be other folks on this tour and we'd have someone suggesting where to go. Instead, I was on my own and traveling alone. That was okay. I had the itinerary and the hotel for suggestions and I had a great time (except when I thought I'd lost my cards and spent all my time at Rethymnon dealing with that, but that was not the fault of the tour.) The hotels were good except that finding them was not always easy and the one at Agios Nikolaou had some stairs (and google sent me the wrong way down a one way street to get there.) They all had balconies and good to great breakfasts. My biggest complaint was that the rental company gave me a black car. They said I should have ordered a nonblack car. But I didn't order it and who would bring a black car to Crete? It was hot at 9:30 in the morning in September. I was warned it would be a standard, which wasn't a problem for me. But it had 6 gears plus reverse. Going into or over the mountains required a lot of up and down shifting, I had been warned by a taxi driver in Athens about Crete drivers, but it was the motorcycle drivers that had death wishes. This is a tour for the adventurous and self-directive. I made it to both Elafonissi Beach and the Cave of Zeus, which I highly recommend, though they mean negotiating the aforementioned mountain roads with hairpin turns on narrow roads.Show more
Traveled in September 2022
Reply from: Destination Services Greece
Thank you Gloria for your detailed tour review! We are glad you enjoyed your tour and hope we will see you again soon in Greece!
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Rick4.0•October 2021
It would have been excellent if not for a major problem with the car rental. You advertise the tour good for 18 to 99...
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Traveled in October 2021
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We are glad to hear that you were pleased with the tour overall. We are sorry for the miscommunication caused with the car rental. The tour, in general, is good for 18 to 99 years old however each country and rental supplier has different regulations about the minimum and maximum rental age and varying fees that apply. Once again, your feedback means a lot to us and we hope to be of service to you again in the future.
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Eric
Asked on March 22nd, 2025
Do you provide information on age requirements for renting a car for the self-drive tour?
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- Destination Services GreeceOperator•Written March 2025
  Drivers must be between 21 and 69 years old, holding a valid driving license for at least 12 months prior to renting.
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Bruno
Asked on March 17th, 2025
What are the car rental options available for the tour?
Transport
- Destination Services GreeceOperator•Written March 2025
  You can choose from different car groups such as Car Group A (e.g., Nissan Pixo), Car Group B (e.g., Fiat Panda), or Car Group C (e.g., Skoda Fabia) depending on your preferences.
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Fatemeh
Asked on February 27th, 2025
Can pre or post tour hotel accommodations be added to the itinerary?
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- Destination Services GreeceOperator•Written February 2025
  You can request pre or post tour accommodations. Please inform us as soon as you finalize your dates so we can provide the relevant costs.
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Valérie
Asked on January 15th, 2025
Is travel insurance provided or recommended?
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- Destination Services GreeceOperator•Written January 2025
  While we do not provide travel insurance, we highly recommend obtaining comprehensive travel insurance for your trip.
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Mohamed
Asked on August 17th, 2024
What payment methods are accepted?
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- Destination Services GreeceOperator•Written August 2024
  We accept various payment methods including major credit cards and online payment platforms.
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Ray
Asked on June 20th, 2024
Is it possible to request a change in tour dates?
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- Destination Services GreeceOperator•Written June 2024
  Yes, date changes are possible. Kindly check the available dates in our system and communicate your preferred dates to proceed.
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Maria Antonieta
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Can twin room accommodations be booked?
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- Destination Services GreeceOperator•Written February 2024
  Yes, twin room accommodations can be booked as per your request.
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Richard
Asked on February 4th, 2024
Are there any special deals or discounts for booking car rentals?
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- Destination Services GreeceOperator•Written February 2024
  You can check the latest updates and promotions on car rentals directly through our booking system or by contacting us for the most current offers.
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Cristina
Asked on January 18th, 2024
How can I confirm participation in the tour?
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- Destination Services GreeceOperator•Written January 2024
  You can confirm by clicking the 'Book Now' button on our page which will guide you through the booking process.
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Akoueté
Asked on December 19th, 2023
Can I bring a guest over 69 years old as the primary driver?
Age Range
- Destination Services GreeceOperator•Written December 2023
  Unfortunately, our age limit for primary drivers is between 21 and 68 years old for the self-drive tour.

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Discovering Crete, Self-drive

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Heraklion

Heraklion

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Heraklion to Chania

Optional Activities

Chania to Elafonissi and return

Optional Activities

Chania to Rethymnon

Optional Activities

Rethymnon to Agios Nikolaos via Elounda and Spinalonga

Optional Activities

Agios Nikolaos to Sitia and Vai

Optional Activities

Agios Nikolaos to Heraklion

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