Car hire in Chania
The prefecture of Chania constitutes a special place, which offers amazing natural beauties and also various comforts, without spoiling its physiognomy.
The capital of theprefecture is the romantic, hospitable and very beautiful town of Chania. It is a town built on the sea, which combines in a particularly picturesque way old with modern architecture. In the town of Chania you can visit the archaeological and naval museums, the old town, the folklore museum, the national garden etc.
In this beautiful place you will have the opportunity to enjoy the longest and most impressive gorge in Europe, the famous. It is 18 km long and its passing is possible only during the summer months. The Samaria gorge is a wonderful route, where you have the chance to be in the heart of nature and to admire the wild vegetation, beautiful settlements and wonderful churches. In Frangocastello stands a venetian castle, while in Sfakia you can learn about the glorious local traditions. Lissos is famous for its therapeutic mineral water spa and Souyia for its long history. Finally, Platanias, Agia Marina, Kasteli Kissamou and others are particularly developed in tourism and amazingly beautiful regions.
Those who visit Chania are enchanted by this place and leave taking with them wonderful memories. But they also know that they will return again the next summer.
Top things to do in Chania
Explore the waterfront and streets just behind. Walk along the harbour wall to the Venetian Lighthouse. Visit the wonderful Naval Museum (Maritime Museum)
Visit the archaeological museum
Visit the Byzantine Museum
Trips to the many surrounding monasteries, the Samaria Gorge
Visit Venizelos Graves, which has magnificent views from amongst the trees, on a hill above Chania, across the the town, Venetian harbour and sweeping over the sea & beyond.
Visit villages near Chania, where the old men talk, argue, discuss, play cardsat their local kafeneio or simply find a stretch of beach and immerse the cares of yesterday in the waters of today.
With children you might treat them to a visit to the water park at Limnoupolis.
Visit the Therissos gorge, Kolymbari and its monastery, the wide sweep of Falassarna beach, boat trips to Gramvousa & Balos, a longer and most scenic trip to Elafonissi and villages en route - the list is long enough to fill many days.
Car Hire at Sixt Chania
Sixt Chania has a fleet of high class cars (mini, economy, comfort, fullsize, standard) and Mini Vans all available to rent on either short or long term rentals. Whether you require a small car for a day or a large Mini Van for a month we have the fleet and service to cater for your needs.
Our car fleet consists of the top brands including Mercedes, Ford, VW and Audi. Economy cars are typically Peugeot 107, Peugeot 207 and VW Polo and Compact vehicles are usually Peugeot 308.
Mini Vans available to rent in Chania include Nissan Primastar, Peugeot expert and Ford Tran. We also have a variety of specialist luxury vehicles.
Our friendly staff will be happy to assist you and help toget you on your way!
Car Hire at the Chania Airport in Greece
Sixt Chania Airport is perfectly positioned at the exit of arrivals and you can't fail to miss our bright orange branch! We offer a wide variety of cars from small economy right the way to large luxury cars. If you are looking for something a little bigger we also offer Mini Vans at the Sixt Chania Airport branch. Our friendly staff will be happy to help with any questions or assistance that you need before you set off to enjoy the rest of your stay in Chania!
