Explore Crete with us

You can rent a vehicle of your choice with us from the airport or one of our offices and go exploring around the island of Crete.

Fun and drive in a safe car

Its always good to know your car rental, safety first is what we aim for, for a fun care free holiday.

New safe cars loaded with goods

In Orion Rentals we can custom design your car rental to fit your exact needs. Radio CD player, air condition, GPS, babyseats roofracks upon request.

New cars every year

We invest in all brands and keep our vehicles for up to 8 years maximum. This way we can assure you that your vehicle has no tearage from over-use.

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Wheather you need a jeep an SUV or just a small car for your get-aways we can guarantee your satisfaction.

Τετάρτη 30 Οκτωβρίου 2013

Crete on Tripadvisor

A very nice article on Tripadvisor about Crete, winner of the Travelers choice on islands award for 2013 and 495 interesting things you can do on Crete. Here is a quote...

The birthplace of both the king of the Olympian gods and of modern European civilization, Crete is a Mediterranean jewel. It’s rich with archaeological and mythological history that’s reflected in its ancient ruins and cultural attractions. Soak up the charming atmosphere of Chania Town’s Old Venetian Harbor or the fortresses and monasteries of Rethymonon. The awesome Minoan ruins of Malia date to 1900 BC, and majestic Mt. Ida is said to be home to the cave where Zeus was born.
The rest of the story on the Tripadvisor website on the following link.

http://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g189413-Crete-Vacations.html

Hersonissos

Hersonissos, a small town in the north of Crete, Greece along the coast of the Mediterranean Sea is a latest among the additions to popular tourist destinations in Europe. What is called Hersonissos is actually the peninsula and harbor this area. This place was actually home for a fishing community but now its face has totally changed with a number of bars, pubs, restaurants and shops. The night life in this part of the city is equally amusing with youngsters partying till the early morning hours. To make this exciting trip to Hersonissos comfortable and tension free it is advised to rent a car.

Agreed, on an adventure tour to Hersonissos youngsters are not looking for comfort. What they ask for is rocking nightlife and lots of fun but amidst this adventure lets not forget that this part of Crete is a little away from the main town and you certainly don’t wish to spoil your day after a wonderful night out looking for public transport buses. So, the reason no.1 is stay connected because you might also be under the effect of Grecian booze. And remember drinking and driving don’t go well together. Secondly if you want to check out some unconventional parts of the city on your own, you definitely need to do this exploration session with a little security with at least a vehicle to take you back to your resort. Apart from Hersonissos there are many other amusing places on the beautiful Crete islands. You certainly don’t wish to miss the chance of checking them out once you have come to Crete. So for going to these far off places you do need something to back on (remember Crete is a 25km long stretch of islands) and not torture your poor feet in the name of holiday for which you will require to take services of car rental in hersonissos

Hersonissos is a real beautiful place, simply one of its kinds. Away from the busy chores of the town this place will make you keep wanting for more adventure and thrill. Crete offers equal opportunities of delight to his tourists of all age groups. May be after a day or few of adventure you might wish to check the historical past and its ruins. Apart from these ruins and caves in the mountains there are also museums and sun kissed beaches that might fascinate you. For easy commutation between these places you certainly can’t depend on the public transport, especially when you don’t have any knowledge about the nearby places and even the local language. Hiring a a car in Hersonissos is the easy option available in the town and is also the easiest and the safest option when you will also have your luggage to carry around.


Scenic beauty like Hersonissos is difficult to enjoy otherwise. Other places in Europe might be equally beautiful but you will end up with empty pockets. So to enjoy the best of Greece and especially Crete come to Hersonissos and travel around the city in a hired Car through Car Hire Hersonissos and make the most out of your holidaying experience. Remember holidays are meant to be enjoyed up to the fullest extent and if you keep worrying about your transfers and local sightseeing then the whole idea of holidaying would die. So do not think twice and hire your choice of Car right outside the airport and begin the most wonderful holiday of your life.

Παρασκευή 25 Οκτωβρίου 2013

Car Categories

These are the car categories according to European standards.

Category
Cars
Group A
Hyundai Atos, Kia Picanto, Chevrolet Matiz
Group B
Hyundai Getz, Fiat Panda, Chevrolet Aveo
Group C
Kia Rio, Ford Fiesta, Toyota Yaris
Group D 1
Hyundai Accent, Hyundai i30, Ford Focus
Group D 2
Nissan Primera, Volvo S40
Group E
Hyundai Accent, Chevrolet Laccetti, Toyota Auris (All Automatic)
Group F 1
Suzuki Jimny Jeep
Group G 1
Renault Megane, Volkswagen Beetle, Peugeot 307 (All Cabrio)
Group H 1
Fiat Scudo, Hyundai H 1 (9 Seaters)

The car categories can be thoroughly explained in the following link of Wikipedia