Crete Travel Guide

Practical choices for your journey

Begin exploring Crete with the region where you will stay and choose journeys that fit the time you have. The Greenways guides introduce Chania, Rethymno, Heraklion and Lasithi as starting points for discovering the island. You do not need to fit every region into one holiday. Connect the ideas that interest you with a realistic plan for collecting and returning your rental car, leaving room to enjoy your own pace.

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Chania

For western Crete, the Chania guide introduces the city and wider area. If you arrive at the airport or Souda Port, organise collection first and then plan the journeys you want to make during your stay. Keep the arrival arrangements separate from sightseeing ideas so you know which instructions apply to your handover.

Rethymno

Rethymno may be your holiday base or part of a wider island journey. Read its guide and compare the offices and service points before deciding when you need a car. Your rental can follow the actual driving days of the trip rather than an assumption that every day must be spent on the road.

Heraklion

In Heraklion, connect your city and regional visits with your actual arrival point. The guide introduces places in the area, while separate service pages explain arrangements from the airport and port. Treat these as different handover locations and choose the one that matches your travel details, especially if your onward plans cross several regions.

Lasithi

For eastern Crete, read the Lasithi guide, which introduces Agios Nikolaos and other destinations in the region. Select ideas that fit your stay and agree deliveries using your actual accommodation and return plans. A regional guide provides inspiration; the exact driving route, timing and permitted vehicle use still need your own planning.

Agree your dates and return arrangements

Use the rate and reservation form with actual places, dates and times. For a different return point, ask the team to check the possibility and any charge. Flexible delivery does not mean free service everywhere or at every hour. Wait for confirmation of the vehicle and conditions before treating the reservation as complete. Keep your collection and return instructions available and report changes to flights, ferries or accommodation so the arrangements can be reviewed.

For clarification before deciding, contact Greenways with your dates, passenger numbers and arrival point. These details let the team discuss the available choices and practical arrangements for your own trip.

Practical guides before choosing your rental car

Connect your holiday plans with the vehicle choice and arrival arrangements. These guides cover different needs, from a smaller party to a family travelling with extra luggage.

Before continuing your search

How should I use the directory?

Open the option that interests you and read its specific information before requesting availability.

Can I change the return location?

Ask for the proposed point and any charge to be checked. A change needs agreement with Greenways.

When is the reservation confirmed?

After the relevant availability and conditions are confirmed. Sending an enquiry alone does not secure a vehicle.