We arrive Saturday June 8th midnight in Chania Crete, getting a hotel in Chania for the night. The rest is unplanned, but we are wanting to hit Elafonisi, Balos & Kissamos, then head over to Herakloin to catch the Wednesday or Thursday ferry to Santorini.
Should we rent a car or is there enough taxis to get to each place? If there are taxis what are the rates like?
Sunday June 9th - spending the day in Chania (suggestions on things to do? or places to eat?).
Monday June 10th - Drive to Kissamos visit Balos beach, spend the night in Kissamos.
Tuesday June 11th - Drive to Elafonisi, spend the night in Elafonisi.
Wednesday June 12 - Drive to Herakloin, make scenic stops on the way. (Car rental return in herakloin?), spend the night in Herakloin.
Thursday June 13 - AM ferry to Santorini
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We're planning a trip right now for September, but are staying on Crete the whole time. We're looking at picking up a car in Heroklion, and returning it in Chania, so an "open-jaw" car rental is possible . . . check to see whether your rental outfit charges a one-way fee for the convenience.
One thing, I note you keep referring to "Herakloin," but the English translations for the city seem to be Heraklion, Iraklion, or even just Iraklio. Happy travels!
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We used Chania as our base and traveled to the places you plan to stay( Elafonisi, Balos, Kissamos.
Sunday Lunch is a Greek family tradition, gathering in a restaurant. Ask your hotel to make you a reservation in Chania.
Heraklion- we went there for the sole purpose of visiting ancient Knossos.