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Self-Guided Itineraries

€50.00

First-timer to Crete? Searching for things to do in Crete off the tourist trails?

You’re traveling 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, the largest island of Greece, can be challenging to navigate due to its long distances.

Exploring each prefecture of the island thoroughly takes time. 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-guided day trips take you to the less-traveled Crete!

Discover lesser-known locations beyond the tourist hotspots and visit local food spots in Rethymno (western Crete) and Lassithi (eastern Crete) following a farm-to-table philosophy through growing their own vegetables and collaborating with local producers.

Choose your self-guided itinerary below based on the region you want to visit: Rethymno or Lassithi (7-day 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!

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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 itinerary.
  • Suggestions for visiting small-scale local farms that produce 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 you want to visit (Rethymno or Lassithi).
STEP 2. Check your email to receive the link to access your self-drive Cretan guides through the Trip Plans app.
Please note that the link remains active for 6 months. All digital guides remain up-to-date with the latest information, providing more accurate and reliable content. 
STEP 3. Download the Trip Plans App (free download) and sign up to create a free account.

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Tailor Made Food Experiences

€150.00

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? Contact us! Book your 50-minute consultation Call Book your 20-minute Free Discovery Call  
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