Many of our guests, Crete Travelers asking us if they should rent a car during their stay in Crete.
Well, Crete is a huge island it has very good bus connections but a car is the best solution in my opinion.
It will give you the freedom of independence from bus timetables and also you will be able to visit places that the bus connections are not so frequent.
In addition, this is the best way to see Crete and experience its magic, wonderful villages and beaches, hidden bays, and splendid drives, is to hire a car.
Having your own car is a great way to explore Crete.
Roads have improved hugely in recent years, but in the more remote areas (particularly the south) you'll still find unpaved roads that are only suitable for 4x4 Cars or Jeeps.
Also, be very careful on narrow and windy mountain roads.
Road signs when they exist, are usually marked in Greek and English (the English one follows a few meters after the Greek) except in remote areas.