Stay & Drive East / West Crete 3/4*
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Stay & Drive East / West Crete 3/4*

Holidays package
Created: Saturday, July 18, 2026
Ref ID: 58936023
Total price From 914 €
Created: Saturday, July 18, 2026
Itinerary
Tours

Day 1: Heraklion / West Crete

Arrival at Heraklion Airport. Collection of your rental car. Departure towards the west of Crete. Overnight stay in Chania or the surrounding area.


Day 2: West Region

Free time at the hotel in Chania or the surrounding area. Explore the old town of Chania with its Venetian harbor, historic fortifications, and covered market offering local products. Discover the Akrotiri peninsula and admire the superb panoramic view over the entire city of Chania. Visit the Monastery of Agia Triada and the Venizelos Tomb. Overnight stay in Chania or the surrounding area.


Day 3: Chania

Free time at the hotel in Chania or the surrounding area. Explore the far west of Crete: discover the beautiful golden sandy beach of Elafonissi and Falassarna, or enjoy a boat cruise to the wild island of Gramvoussa and the stunning Balos Lagoon. Overnight stay in Chania or the surrounding area.


Day 4: Chania

Free time at the hotel in Chania or the surrounding area. Discover the Cretan hinterland, including the village of Vryses, the fortress of Frangokastello, and the village of Chora Sfakion with its charming fishing harbor. Continue to the Askifou Plateau and the Imbros Gorge, or head up to Xyloskalo in the White Mountains to admire the spectacular views over the Samaria Gorge. Overnight stay in Chania or the surrounding area.


Day 5: On The Way To The East

Departure towards eastern Crete. Overnight stay in Agios Nikolaos or the surrounding area. Stop in the town of Rethymnon to explore its charming old town. Visit the Monastery of Arkadi, then continue towards Heraklion to discover the Minoan Palace of Knossos. Continue eastwards to Agios Nikolaos or the surrounding area. Overnight stay in Agios Nikolaos or the surrounding area.


Day 6: Eastern Crete

Free time at the hotel in Agios Nikolaos or the surrounding area. Visit the village of Elounda, with the possibility of a boat trip and visit to the island of Spinalonga. Continue up to the Lassithi Plateau, located at an altitude of 1,100 metres. Visit the Church of Kera Kardiotissa and the traditional villages of Krasi and Tzermiado. Overnight stay in Agios Nikolaos or the surrounding area.


Day 7: Eastern Crete

Free time at the hotel in Agios Nikolaos or the surrounding area. Explore the far east of Crete: visit the town of Sitia, the palm forest of Vai, and the Minoan site of Zakros with the seaside village of Kato Zakros. Discover the village of Kritsa, with its Byzantine church and traditional embroidery workshops. Overnight stay in Agios Nikolaos or the surrounding area.


Day 8: Eastern Crete / Heraklion

Return of your rental car at Heraklion Airport. End of our services or extension of your stay.

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Trip summary
2 Adults
Nights 7
This idea includes
Destinations 3
Accommodations 2
Tours 1
Tour summary
Guide languages
English
Included

Accommodation in 3- and 4-star hotels with breakfast included.


plus car rental..

Excluded

Meals.


accommodation taxes.


and flights..

Planned accommodations

Agios Nikolaos, Crete Kitro Beach Hotel 3*

Chania, Crete Eleftheria Hotel 3*

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