Agios Nikolaos is the most liveable town in eastern Crete - a bottomless lake in the middle, a working harbour around it, and mountains that start immediately behind. It is also the gateway to Spinalonga, Elounda and the wild east.
We deliver a car to your hotel in Agios Nikolaos, or hand it over at Heraklion airport so you can drive the hour east yourself. No deposit either way, insurance included.
Spinalonga boats leave from Plaka and Elounda - 20 minutes away and far cheaper than a coach tour.
The east coast beyond Sitia is empty, beautiful and effectively bus-free.
Kritsa, Kroustas and the mountain villages above the town are a 20-minute climb.
Free delivery to your hotel; no depot, no queue, no upselling.
No deposit, €0 excess, and WhatsApp support in English, Estonian and Finnish.
Driving around Agios Nikolaos
The town itself is compact and the harbour ring is one-way - use the car parks above the lake rather than circling. The national road west towards Heraklion is fast; everything east and south is slower, narrower and much more scenic. Allow 45 minutes to Sitia even though the map suggests less, and fill the tank before heading into the Thripti or Katharo mountains, where stations are scarce.
Day trips from Agios Nikolaos
Elounda and Plaka, then the boat to Spinalonga - half a day.
Vai palm beach and Itanos in the far east - a full day, and worth it.
Mochlos for a long lunch by the water - 40 minutes.
Kritsa village and the Panagia Kera church - 20 minutes uphill.
Lasithi plateau via Neapoli - 1 hour of mountain road.
Insurance and conditions
Every MyCrete car comes with FCDW full insurance plus WUG cover - tyres, the car's underside, glass and mirrors - at €0 excess. There is no upsell at handover, because there is no better package to sell you. We send the fuel policy, driver age rule and the full terms in writing before you confirm anything. An EU driving licence is enough. Insurance is void off-road, including the gravel track to Balos.
Find the right rental car
Answer a few quick questions. We will personally check actual availability and send you the final all-inclusive total price. Sending an enquiry does not create a booking or payment obligation.
Takes about 1 minute
Full insurance
€0 excess
No deposit
Unlimited kilometres
No prepayment
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When do you need the car?
Where would you like the car?
Pickup
Return
Full insurance
€0 excess
€0 deposit
Unlimited km
No hidden fees
No credit-card block
Real availability, personally checked.
We don't simply show an automated list of cars. Your request is personally reviewed and we check the most suitable available option based on your dates, location and preferences.
Prefer WhatsApp?
Send us your dates and we'll check availability personally.
All-inclusive price — everything listed above is included. Fuel is not included.
The exact final price depends on the rental dates, duration, vehicle category and delivery location. We send the complete total before you confirm.
Small manual
From €60/day
Best for couples and small families.
Final quote after availability check
Automatic
From €70/day
Comfortable and easy driving around Crete.
Final quote after availability check
SUV
From €80/day
More space and comfort for exploring the island.
Final quote after availability check
7-9 seats
From €100/day
For larger families and groups.
Final quote after availability check
Convertible
From €100/day
Open-top driving along the Cretan coast.
Final quote after availability check
Starting prices are indicative and usually apply to longer rental periods. The final price depends on the dates, rental duration, pickup location, season and vehicle availability.
The longer the rental period, the lower the daily rate usually becomes.
You pay the confirmed total shown in your offer. No mandatory insurance or unexpected rental fees will be added at vehicle collection.
Optional extras such as additional drivers, child seats or special delivery arrangements are shown separately and priced before you confirm.
Longer rental, better daily rate
7+ days · better daily rate
The daily rate usually becomes lower when you rent for a longer period. Enter your dates and we will prepare a personalised offer with the final total price.
One clear final price – no surprises when you receive the car.
Included with our rental offers
Full insurance
€0 excess
€0 deposit
Unlimited kilometres
No hidden charges
Hotel or airport delivery and collection where available
Compare the final price, not only the advertised daily rate
Some rental companies advertise a very low starting price, but insurance upgrades, excess reduction, deposits and additional coverage may increase the final amount. With MyCrete, you receive a clearly explained total offer before confirming.
Advertised starting price
May exclude additional insurance or services.
Price at pickup
Can increase after optional coverage is added.
MyCrete total offer
Insurance conditions, deposit and final price are explained before confirmation.
Car delivery across East Crete
Already staying in Crete? You do not need to visit a rental office. Tell us your hotel, dates and preferred car and we check availability and send you the final total price.
We work with carefully selected local car rental partners across Crete to provide reliable vehicles, competitive prices and flexible availability.
Selected local partners
We cooperate with established licensed local rental companies that meet our service expectations.
More vehicle availability
Our partner network gives us access to a wider range of cars across Crete, also in high season.
MyCrete support
You communicate with MyCrete during the booking process and can contact us if you need assistance with your rental.
One point of contact
From your first enquiry until the end of your rental, MyCrete remains your point of contact and assists you throughout the booking process.
What is included - insurance, deposit, delivery, extras - is always stated in the offer we send you and in your booking confirmation for that specific rental.
Can I pick the car up in Heraklion and keep it in Agios Nikolaos?
Yes. Most guests take the car at Heraklion airport and drive the hour east. Delivery in the Heraklion area is free; for other locations we quote the delivery in advance.
Do I need a car for Spinalonga?
It helps a lot. Boats leave from Plaka and Elounda, both about 20 minutes away, and driving there yourself costs a fraction of an organised coach excursion.
Which car suits eastern Crete?
Any of them for the paved roads. If you plan on Katharo, Thripti or long mountain days, a Duster or Vitara is more comfortable - but off-road driving is not allowed in any of our cars.
Is there a deposit?
No deposit and no card block. FCDW full insurance with WUG cover at €0 excess is already in the price.