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Self-Guided Itineraries

€25.00 – €50.00

First-timer to Crete? Searching for original things to do in Crete and local places to go?

You’re travelling to Crete and don’t know where to begin? Feeling lost while searching for original things to do in Crete at your own pace and local places to go away from crowds? Crete is the largest island of Greece and having to travel long distances can be quite tricky. It takes time to explore each prefecture of the island to the full. The self-drive Cretan guides take care of all this aiming to provide adventurous and curious travelers with an off-the beaten track experience.

No effort needed, no stress about anything, just choose your self-guided itineraries and start exploring at your own pace. Everything you need to know is just a click away! 

The self-drive Cretan guides lead you to experience the original Crete!

Discover little-known locations frequented by locals and taste the authentic Cretan cuisine. Visit favorite local restaurants in Rethymno (western Crete) and Lassithi (eastern Crete) following a farm-to-table philosophy through growing their own vegetables and collaboration with local producers.

Choose below your Self-Guided Itinerary based on the regions that you want to visit in the island of Crete (Rethymno-western Crete or Lassithi-eastern Crete) and the duration of your trip (3-days Itinerary or 7-days Itinerary).

Please review carefully before making a purchase, as no refunds will be issued.

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Why to buy
  • The Self-drive Cretan guides drive you to explore the original Crete, beyond the popular sites.
  • The digital, user-friendly Cretan guides provide up-to-date information through comprehensive and detailed day trips.
  • Make the most of each day without the need to search, without all the hustle.
  •  Self-guided itineraries give you all the freedom to independently wander around at your own pace. No strict plans and no rush.
  • Visit multiple locations at a lower cost for more days instead of a one-day group tour.
  • Are you a first-time traveler searching for things to do in Crete away from mass tourism? Have you already visited the popular sites in Crete and want to see what else is out there for you to explore, away from crowds? A self-guided travel plan takes care of all this!

Rent your car from a local agency in Crete and explore the island freely! Just click here.


WHAT'S INCLUDED

All the self-drive Cretan guides provide you with the following:

  • Recommendations on things to do in Crete to make the most of every season during your visit. All itineraries are created to provide different suggestions based on the change of seasons.
  • Detailed day-by-day, hour-by-hour itineraries.
  • Addresses, opening and closing times of restaurants/ shops with traditional Cretan products to be visited
  • Location and background information on the specific sites to be visited.
  • Lunch and dinner suggestions on what to order in recommended food spots to taste the real Cretan cuisine.
  • Detailed route directions including your route on a GPS map and estimated driving times for each one of the itineraries.
  • Suggestions on visiting the organic local farms of premium Cretan products. All the details and links are provided to make a reservation for a tour and tasting experience.
HOW IT WORKS
STEP 1. Choose your self-guided itinerary based on the region that you want to visit (Rethymno or Lassithi) and the duration of your trip (3-days itinerary or 7-days itinerary).
STEP 2. Check your email to receive the link which gives you access to your self-drive Cretan guides.
STEP 3. Download the Trip Plans App (free download) and sign up creating a free account.
Ready to wander around with your car and start your explorations in Crete!

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Searching for local experiences to explore the real Cretan food?

Let’s create your tailor-made food itinerary together, based on your preferences! Get a complete food experience of your trip to Crete. Choose among different kinds of gastronomic experiences, such as tour & tasting experiences in small-scale organic local farms specializing in the production of premium Cretan products, cooking lessons, unique food & wine tasting experiences and local food & wine festivals.

Cretan food is a lot more than unique dishes and flavors. It's part of the culture and everyday life.

If you are a first-time traveler searching for authentic, gastronomic experiences to explore the real Cretan tastes then this 50-minute consultation is for you! After our call you will receive a selection of recommended local food experiences, in writing, based on your preferences. Do you want us to prepare a Tailor-Made Itinerary for some special purpose? Perhaps a business trip for team-building activities? Contact us! Book your 20-minute Free Discovery Call  
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