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HIGH SEASON PERIOD IS FROM 15th JULY-1ST SEPTEMBER
LOW SEASON PERIOD is from 1st January-14th July + 2nd September - 31st December
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*The July offers are valid till July 14th.Find our online special rates, book online your rental car for Crete.
Rethymnon port car hire, port rent a car in Rethymnon.
Rethymnon is located in the west part of Heraklion and eastern of Chania. Rethymno is the territory of Crete which has the most beautiful beaches and the highest mountainous terrains of Crete. Hiring a car in Rethymnon is ideal to explore the most beautiful parts of the island, from the high mountain of Psiloritis to the palm beach of Moni Preveli and the caves of Matala beach.
You can have two ways of car hire in Rethymnon,
Select to hire a car in Rethymnon port: You can reserve a ferry ticket in Athens and travel to Rethymnon port. We can wait for you in front of the ferry holding a sign writing your name on it. The car will be at the port ready to hire, renting a car in Rethymnon is very easy.
Hire a car in Rethymnon city: You can reserve a car and pick it up in your accommodation, hotel or villa. The pick up of the car will be confirmed from us after providing us with the necessary pick up car rental details and will arrange it.
Athenscars-Crete recommends you whould take advantage of the local directory provided with your car hire contract and visit all recommended places of Rethymnon, renting a car in rethymnon cannever be better.
Heraklion Port car rental
Are you arriving in Heraklion Port and need a rental car? athenscars is the correct car hire supplier for Heraklion port, delivering cars on time, early morning noon afternoon or evening hours.
Choose the correct car that suits your needs, make sure your luggage fit in the buggage boot. Our online system shows the car groups and size of their buggage boots. If you are unsure of car size you have chosen, supply information regarding number of luggage and passengers in the remarks space of the car hire reservation-Heraklion port.
After choosing the correct car for Heraklion port, reserve it by supplying the necessary information regarding the ferry name and estimated arrival time in Heraklion. One representative of athenscars will be waiting for you just outside and opposite the ferry, holding a sign writing your name. You will not have to walk long distance to find your hire car, we will have it there ready for you!
Heraklion city is located in the middle of the island Crete. Its location has the advantage a guest can drive anywhere on Crete,regardless the short distances with the rental car. Ηeraklion port car rentals are always discounted, as our ψαρ ηιρε location is not far from there, we do not charge of extra cost.
Car hire in Chania port at very attractive rates!
Are you planning a trip to Chania, Crete? You have visited the car rental agency of Chania port. You can have a quick look at our very best car hire offers for Chania city and west Crete. You will benefit our offers and will be satisfied due to our latest model of cars!We pride ourselves to be very correct and offering reasonable attractive rates to all new or returning customers. Our Fleet of latest car hire in Crete models, will release you to choose any of the economy or larger size cars we offer.
Select the model of car that will, be ideal for you car hire adventure on Crete, provide you with trust and safety to drive everywhere on the island. Select the car type and provide the necessary information-following the online steps to reserve a car in Chania port. It is important to provide a telephone number of yours, home or mobile. After finalizing your order, make sure you received the voucher-reservation.
Chania port is located in the east part of Chania city, it is 5km far from the city center. Whether you arrive in Chania Souda port or Chania Marathi port base, car hire Chania port staff will be there to deliver the selected car on time! it is true we are the favorite car rental agency of Chania visitors. We are punctual and professional car hire in Crete.
Heraklion city is in the middle of island Crete Iraklion is having some of the most interesting sightseeing places.Heraklion airport is only 4km far from the city centre,surrounded from many tourist resorts. Cargreece.com is having a car hire agency in the centre of Heraklion city. Car rental in Heraklion city is necessary in order to visit all the beautiful places of Crete. Crete car hire is making offers and special car rental deals in Crete .Athenscars-crete is having many branch offices , Hersonisos car rental, Malia car hire, Stalis car hire, Gouves car hire, Ammoudara car rental, Heraklion airport car rental.
The Palace of Knossos is 7km far from the city centre ,one of the most attractive remains-ruins of Minoan civilization.The Knossos palace was found from the great English archaeologist Arthur Evans (knighted). He worked at the palace over a period of 35years,though by 1903 most of the site had been uncovered.Its location and its remains show the way of life 3500-4500years Before.among the 1300 rooms of the main palace were both the sacred and the commercial: lustral baths for holy ceremonies:store rooms for agricultural produsts: workshops for mettallurgy and stone cutting.Nearby are the Royal Villa and the Little Palace.
The remains of Minoan civilization in Gortys, 40km far from Heraklion,the palace of Phaestos in South Crete, Martsalo beach are places you have to visit .
The museum of Heraklion ,located in the centre of the city,freedom square is exhibiting the items founded in Knossos and other archaeological places in Crete.
The venetian harbour Castle,built when the Venetians were on the island,is one of the most attractive castles in the Mediterranean .
athenscars-Crete is making great car hire Crete cheap rates, you can request for Crete car rental via e-mail or telephone us in :00302810821424.00302810220680
Car Rental terms
Terms & Conditions & FAQ of Crete car Rental
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Collision Damage waiver insurance is an insurance covering all damages caused to our cars on Crete, Greek islands, and Greece mainland, Athens. Customer is fully relieved from the responsibility of any damage caused on his car rental in Crete,Greece,Greek sialnds, 100% ,no risk,no excess.This insurance is included in all rates.
What does P.A.I. (personal accident insurance) means? Personal accident insurance will cover all passengers in our cars that may have a body disability or injury because of an accident. What if I arrive late night in Crete, early morning hours, late night hours, Heraklion, Chania at the airport or port? Athenscars-Crete is operating 24hours every day in Heraklion car hire station. Athenscars-Crete is operating 24hours everyday in Chania car hire station. Our phone numbers are:00302810821424.00302810220680. What happens in case I will have an accident? When accident happens on Crete, use the Heraklion , Crete car rental , service telephone numbers written on your contract agreement. When accident happens at any other place of Greece, use our service tel. numbers written on your contract agreement. Am I allowed to drive safari with Crete car rental jeep? Athenscars-Crete has some special rental cars, jeeps, in Crete that drive off-road. Crete car rental is not allowing customers to drive jeeps on difficult directions without our permission.
I want to cancel my car hire reservation in Crete, or any other part of Greece. Athenscars-Crete will cancel your reservation made at least 20days before arriving in Crete, or any other part of Greece. Do you have a chauffer driven service in Crete or Athens? Athenscars-Crete has car hire services, Car rental stations all over Crete. Chauffer service is supplied only in Crete of Greece. Do you hire special limousine cars in Crete? Athenscars-Crete is a car rental company in Crete that is renting Mercedes, BMW,SUBARU, Mini busses and other cars all over Crete, up on request. What if I lose or destroy the car keys? Athenscars-Crete will replace the car keys, by sending the soonest possible spare car keys, at any place on Crete you will be. You will have to cover the cost of transfer and cost of new car keys What happens if I arrive late and will not be able to find the correct way to my accommodation? In case you arrive late, ask your representative in Crete Heraklion Airport car rental or Chania Airport car rental (Or any Other Place on Greece) to show you the correct way till your accommodation. ATHENSCARS-Crete employees will be helpful. What if I book the wrong car type and my suitcases will not fit in the car To avoid booking a wrong car, check the real buggage you will need to transfer for your trip in Crete, Greece. Athenscars-Crete is negotiating with you in order you will hire the correct car for your needs in Crete. I have a child/baby and I need a child/baby seat! In case you will be traveling with you baby/child, make sure you will request to Athenscars-crete car rental station in order a by/child seats will be in the car. |
What does C.D.W. insurance means? - FULL INSURANCE 100% =Super Full Collison Damage Waiver-
NO EXCESS- NO RISK NO DEPOSIT
PERSONAL ACCIDENT INSURANCE (P.A.I.)
UNLIMITED MILEAGE
THEFT INSURANCE - NO EXCESS.
RENTAL LOCATIONS AT ALL AIRPORTS - PORTS-MAIN TOURIST AREAS.
DELIVERY AT AIRPORTS, PORTS,
DELIVERY AT HOTELS(UPON REQUEST)
AGE RESTRICTIONS-OF RENTAL: - Minimum Driver's age: 23years old for small size cars A-B group size, for C-D group size cars Drivers age minimum 25years old, for E-E1-F group size cars minimum age of driver has to be 27years old.
- Drivers licence: International (for non EU member countries)or national held (for EU member countries) at least 1 year old.
- All clients must have with them their driving licence and an identification card ID or their passport in order they hire a car from athenscars
- there may apply extra charges on you car rental regarding your request, we always offer free services such as baby seats/roof racks, we cannot offer all for free this is why we may confirm and say you will be charged for the extra options,
Our Insurance Policy/coverages
1.C.D.W. Collision damage waiver insurance with No Excess
2.F.C.D.W.Full Collision damage Waiver Insurance:By Renting a car from Athenscars The client has F.C.D.W insurance in order he will be covered from any damage caused to the vehicle during the car hire period without excess-risk 100%....read more for our car insurance coverages annd policy
2a. When the age of driver is young, lower than 24 years old, may occure a damage risk according to the seleceted car type.In this case, full insurance will not be 100% no risk.
3.Third Party insurance:T.P. client is covered for damages caused to third part.
4.Personal Insurance:P.I insurance is covering the passengers in the hire car.
5.Theft insurance:The cars are always insured against thieves 100%, but not the clients personal belongings.
6.Loss of car keys:The client is not covered in case of loss or stolen car keys, the cost of car keys is covered from the client.
7.Wheels and under side of car insurance: The client is covered by this insurance when driving the vehicle on asphalt road directions only, in any other case, this insurance is not valid .ANY ACCIDENT NOT REFERRED THE TIME IT HAPPENED IS NOT COVERED FROM THE INSURANCE.
8.Glass insurance:The client is fully covered for damages caused on Glass parts of the car 100%.
9.Accident-What is necessary to do when happens:The client has to contact athenscars telephone numbers which are written on the Rental agreement and the Reservation sheet.Information will be given after from the local staff.The car must not be moved from the place of accident until the insurance comes or the local Police of the area.A written statement of what happened must be filled in from the client. An accident has to be reported the time it happened-and not hours or days later.For negligent or drunk driving, or driving under influence of drugs or on unauthorized roads/coated/dusty/land roads,stone roads, driving to prohibited areas/ obvious acts of disregards to the vehicle, the renter will be responsible for the full amount of charges.read more about our car Rental Terms/Policy
10 Golden rules about driving in Crete-Athenscars-Crete advices you:
What is important to know before driving on Crete.
1.Drive carefully through the narrow old city roads.
2.Donot exceed the speed limit of 50km in the cities of Crete and 80km on the high ways.
3.Donot drink and drive,the law in Crete is very strict even if you will be caught with a glass of wine.
4.Donot drive the car on non asphalt roads.Donot drive the hire car on Cretan mountainous roads,there is possibility of car damage underneath.
5.Park your rental car in Crete's parking spaces or inside the hotel parkings.
6.Use the road maps of Crete we supply in order you will make the driving between places easier.
7.Check the hire car before you depart to be sure the tire pressure is correct,lights and fuel level.
8.Donot give the rental car to other hotel residents to drive,insurance covers only the named drivers on the contract.
9.In case of accident,make a phone call on our telephone service station,00302810821424.
10.Enjoy driving,sun and hospitality of Cretan people.We are at any time available for you.
Enjoy your stay in Crete,
Car Rental Terms & Conditions in Crete:
1.Age of Driver:Drivers age must be minimum ,
21years old to hire cars of A-B Group size:1.0L-1.1L-1.15L
23years old to hire cars of C-D-E Group size:1.2L-1.3L-1.4L
26years old to rent cars of F-F1 Group size:1.5L-1.6L-1.8L-2.0L-2.4L
in order we cover an accident caused to the vehicle, read more about our Insurance Policy
2.When is a reservation completed:The reservation is completed when you receive a receipt email confirming the car type you booked, the car hire rate, the place of pick up and all pick up details from Athenscars With a Reference Reservation NUMBER.If you will not receive such an email-contact us please.
3. Offers:The offers we advertise are current offers-If you are not sure of exact dates of you holidays-Choose an offer of athenscars reserve the car and specify/change the exact dates-time some days before arriving in the destination place.
4.Cancellation policy:The client can cancel the Reservation of car rental .
5.Payment Method: A reservations is completed and a car is booked with two ways, with No Deposit of money (payment will be done on car pick up) or the client can reserve a car by using a credit card.The rest amount of money can be paid either with cash or Credit card-Visa-Mastercard-American Express with an extra surcharge that is sometimes up to 3%-5% according to credit card type.
6.Refuelling Charge:The car hire provider-athenscars.gr-will deliver the vehicle with an exact amount of fuel.The return of the car must be with the same amount of fuel.If you have chosen the Full tank service and paid for a Full tank-the retun of car can be with empty tank.
7.Late Night arrival-EARLY morning arrival:If you flight arrives late night hours because of scheduled arrival time or delayed flight arrival-the car hire provider athenscars.gr will be there to wait for you in the arrivals area.There is an extra charge for the airport /port pick up 22.30-07.00=20euro extra.
8.Destroy of the interior of the car is not covered from any Insurance, the client has to keep the interior of the car clean.
9.Baby seat-Booster seats are provided to all Clients-We want you notify us of child/baby age and weight in order correct seat will be placed in the vehicle.
10.A reservation is valid when a client reserves a car and gives all necessary information to become a vaild member of athenscars.gr website and acceps our Rules and conditions of car hire in Crete-Greece, it is guaranteed that personal in formation is not given to third party but are kept , such as address-tel.number and email. if this information is not supplied-reservation will not be valid.
11.Pick up in a hotel:Athenscars.gr is delivering cars to hotels within city limits without extra costs.
12.Athenscars s.a. is having the wright to cancel a reservation that is made the last 24hours, due to the time needed-minimum 24hours to be a reservation completed, this is done when the reservation arrives to us. To avoid a misunderstanding, we kindly ask you to phone a mobile tel.number service and ask if your reservation is valid, tel.0030 6936790870. THERE MAY BE A SYSTEM FAILURE THE TIME YOU RESERVE A CAR, FOR THIS SPECIFIC REASON WE REPLY VERY FAST.
13.ONE WAY RENTALS: Athenscars accepts one way rental reservations, we donot advertise costs for this as each place has different cost to drive and collect the vehicle the last day. For this reason, we kindly ask you to contact us and ask the cost of the one way rental you reserved please. send a simple email referring your reservation nr.
14.Port pick up: athenscars delivers cars to ports, there must be an arrangement for this, as times ferries arrive from Athens many times are early morning.
Read more about our Insurance Policy, F.C.D.W. etc
FAQs on Renting a Car in Crete
What does C.D.W. insurance means?
What does P.A.I. (personal accident insurance) means?
Personal accident insurance will cover/insure all passengers in our cars that may have a body disability or injury because of an accident.
What if I arrive late night in Crete, early morning hours, late night hours, Heraklion, Chania at the airport or port?
Athenscars-Crete is operating 24hours every day in Heraklion car hire station. Athenscars-Crete is operating 24hours everyday in Chania car hire station. Our phone numbers are:00302810821424.00302810220680.
What happens in case I will have an accident?
When accident happens on Crete, use the Heraklion Crete car Rental service telephone numbers written on your contract agreement. When accident happens at any other place of Greece, use our service tel. numbers written on your contract agreement.
Am I allowed to drive safari with Crete car rental jeep?
I want to cancel my car hire reservation in Crete, or any other part of Greece.
Athenscars-Crete will cancel your reservation 3days before arriving in Crete or any other part of GREECE, with no Extra cost. If you cancel between 2-1day , a cancellation fee of +15% will apply.
Do you have a chauffer driven service in Crete or Athens?
Athenscars-Crete has car hire services, Car rental stations all over Crete. Chauffer service is supplied only in Crete of Greece.
Do you hire special limousine cars in Crete?
Athenscars-Crete is a car rental company in Crete that is renting Mercedes, BMW,SUBARU, Mini busses and other cars all over Crete, up on request.
What if I lose or destroy the car keys?
Athenscars-Crete will replace the car keys, by sending the soonest possible spare car keys, at any place on Crete you will be. You will have to cover the cost of transfer and cost of new car keys. If the place you lose the key is close to any of our station, there will be no Extra transfer cost.
What happens if I arrive late and will not be able to find the correct way to my accommodation?
In case you arrive late, ask your representative in Crete Heraklion Airport car rental or Chania Airport car rental (Or any Other Place on Greece) to show you the correct way to drive to your accommodation. ATHENSCARS-Crete employees will be helpful.
What if I book the wrong car type and my suitcases will not fit in the car
To avoid booking the wrong car, check the real buggage you will need to transfer for your trip in Crete, Greece. Athenscars-Crete is negotiating with you in order you will hire the correct car for your needs in Crete.
I have a child/baby and I need a child/baby seat!
In case you will be traveling with you baby/child, make sure you will request to Athenscars-crete car rental station in order a by/child seats will be in the car.
Car Rental in Chania
Car rental in Chania and visit Akrotiri ,a limestone peninsula stretching northeastwards from Chania,is full of interest.
Hire a car in Chania and visit the Commonwealth Cemetery,where British and Commonwealth troops killed during the 1941 Battle of Crete are buried.Equal honour is given to three times that number of Germans who are buried in the well-tended cemetery at Maleme.
Further out of the Akrotiri is the Monastery of Aghia Triadha,5minutes far the Gouverneto monastery and half an hour downhill driving till Katholiko monastery.
Rent a car in Chania and drive West from Chania,where the road hugs the coast,passing through busy small resorts, before arriving at the Kolymbari village.
Around the corner to the southwest Chania,lies Paleohora,a self contained resort that has a ruined castle and sand beaches.Occasional boats leave forGavdhos island,Europe’s southernmost point.
Keep on driving the Car hire in Chania and you will meet Hora Sfakion(sfakia)or the home of Sfakians,who epitomize the idependent Cretans.
Samaria Gorge is the most exciting and spectacular adventure which Crete offers the average visitor is a walk through the Gorge of Samaria,at 18km or 11ml,one of the longest in Europe.Inside the Gorge exist Xyloskalo area,where the walk starts,Afendis Christos,Portes,and ends down to Aghia Roumeli and the church of Panaghia.
Athenscars-crete is operating 24hours everyday at all airports of Crete , Chania airport car hire
The Origin of the City's Name
Scholars have been trying for years to analyse the etymology of the name "Hania," and to decide on the time when the name was changed from "Kythonia" to "Hania". The new name is first met as "Cania" in the document "Sexteriorum Cretensiu in Militias divisio" in 1211. Then the name "Canea" is mentioned in the document which relinquishes the Chania area to the Venicians in 1252. As for the change of the name from "Kythonia" to "Hania", the most convincing point of view is that of Prof. N. Platonas, who associates it with the existence of a big village "Alhania", named after the God "Valhanos" (Vulcan). The Sarasin Arabs found this name easier to use but confused it with their own word "Al Hanim" (the Inn). After the departure of the Arabs, the syllable "Al", probably taken to be the Arab article "Al" (the), was dropped when the name was translated into the Greek "Hania" and the Latin "Canea".
Crete chania special offers discount car rental in Crete , economy cars...
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