10 days in Crete Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips Crete travel route planner
Start: Toronto
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Kissamos
— 3 nights
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Rethymnon
— 2 nights
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Hersonissos
— 4 nights
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End: Toronto
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Kissamos — 3 nights

Explore Kissamos' surroundings by going to Ancient Olive Tree (in Vouves), Afrata Beach (in Platanias) and Royal Octopus DIVE CENTER (in Kolymbari). There's lots more to do: kick back and relax at Balos Lagoon, tour the pleasant surroundings at Aspri Limni Beach, explore the historical opulence of Kastro Gramvoussas, and experience rural life at Astrikas Estate Biolea.
To find reviews, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Kissamos trip planner.
Toronto, Canada to Kissamos is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET), which is usually a 7 hour difference. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Toronto in July, with highs in Kissamos at 37°C and lows at 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to drive to Rethymnon.
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To find reviews, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Kissamos trip planner.
Toronto, Canada to Kissamos is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET), which is usually a 7 hour difference. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Toronto in July, with highs in Kissamos at 37°C and lows at 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to drive to Rethymnon.
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Rethymnon — 2 nights

On the 15th (Sat), see Off-Road Tours, take an in-depth tour of Historical and Folklore Museum of Rethymno, then contemplate the long history of The Venetian Fortezza, then take a stroll through Rethymnon Old Town, and finally browse the exhibits of Melitakas Handmade Greek Art. On the 16th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: identify plant and animal life at Reptisland, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Monastery of Arkadi, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Kournas.
Make your Rethymnon itinerary with Klarna Trips to find out what to see and where to go.
Drive from Kissamos to Rethymnon in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Rethymnon can reach 37°C, while at night they dip to 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) so you can drive to Hersonissos.
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Make your Rethymnon itinerary with Klarna Trips to find out what to see and where to go.
Drive from Kissamos to Rethymnon in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Rethymnon can reach 37°C, while at night they dip to 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) so you can drive to Hersonissos.
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Hersonissos — 4 nights
Venture out of the city with trips to Porto (in Agios Nikolaos), Elounda (Spinalonga Beach & Spinalonga (Kalydon)) and Kazantzakis Museum (in Myrtia). Next up on the itinerary: delve into the distant past at The Palace of Knossos, look for gifts at Olivia Shop, get engrossed in the history at Heraklion Archaeological Museum, and pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Saint Titus.
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You can drive from Rethymnon to Hersonissos in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a shuttle; or take a bus. While traveling from Rethymnon, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Hersonissos, ranging from highs of 34°C to lows of 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) to allow time to fly back home.
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Klarna Trips's itinerary builder makes planning a Hersonissos trip simple and quick.
You can drive from Rethymnon to Hersonissos in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a shuttle; or take a bus. While traveling from Rethymnon, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Hersonissos, ranging from highs of 34°C to lows of 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) to allow time to fly back home.
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Crete travel guide
Great Island
The largest of the Greek islands, Crete offers travelers more than just sun, sea, and sand. Famed for its warm hospitality, outstanding infrastructure, and contrasting landscapes, the island represents one of the world's richest areas in terms of history and culture. Crete burst onto the world scene over 4,000 years ago, when it served as the center of the Minoan civilization, one of Europe's earliest organized societies. Despite the island's wealth of developed beaches, the traces of the mysterious and enchanting Minoan empire remain Crete's top attraction, drawing visitors from all over the world. The island capital Heraklion provides an ideal base for exploring a renowned Minoan palace complex, the site of Europe's oldest city.