Car Hire Crete

Explore Crete with a Hire Car from Auto Europe

Crete is one of the most popular islands in Greece due to its extraordinary natural beauty, exquisite archaeological sites, abundant charming villages and genuine hospitality. It is made up of four prefectures: Heraklion, Chania, Lassithi and Rethymnon, each of them offering splendid beaches and well developed tourist infrastructure. In Heraklion , the business centre of Crete, visit the Archaeological Museum with the most extraordinary collection of Minoan art and culture in the world. Visit the cavas in Matalan, a series of underwater caves which served as a hippie community in the 60's and accessible by short boat trip. Drive a short distance to the little town of Rogdia with its idyllic views, mountains and the sea across to Dia island.

Visit Hersonissos, a small town situated 26 kms east of Heraklion, a great place to base yourself with a car and travel to villages with traditional Cretan Architecture such as Ano or Avdou. Chania offers fantastic beaches and architectural touches of Florence and Venice. In Lassithi, visit the cave in Milato and the well-known Palm Tree Forest in Vai. In Rethymnon Town, you can spend a few days touring the ancient cities of Syvritos. With a hire car in Crete you could escape from the crowds and visit Sitia, a small port town with a long sandy beach and ideal windsurfing conditions.

Book your Airport Car Hire in Crete

Crete has two main airports. Heraklion airport is the largest and situated 5 kms east of the city. Chania airport is located 14 kms from the city and is a good option if you are heading for the West of Crete.

In summer there are regular charter flights with Excel, First Choice, Thomsonfly and other airlines from main UK airport. Also, British Airways has direct flights to Heraklion from London Gatwick and Manchester. Olympic Airways flies via Athens. Once at the airport enjoy the flexibility and independence that comes from having your own transport to and from the airport. Auto Europe offers airport car rental at all major pick up locations and a large rental car fleet, so finding a hire car Crete airport is both easy and economical.

Cheap Car Hire in Crete with Auto Europe

Discover remote spots in Greece! Rent a car in Crete from Auto Europe as the first step toward an ideal holiday. Our exceptional customer service and Beat Rate Guarantee assure the best savings and quality of service on your car rental Crete. Book cheap car hire Crete, or for more information Contact us on 0800 358 1229 or review our car rental F.A.Q.