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2 Weeks Crete and Rhodes
A Personalised Itinerary

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My wife and I would like to visit Crete (and possibly Rhodes). We will be arriving from NYC. We have two weeks blocked out in November from 10 to 24. Can you help us with a possible itinerary? We will rent a car (automatic). We like cultural sites and local flavor. We understand beaches in November are probably not possible, thanks, David.

Yiasas David, you have a good length of time available to see Crete and Rhodes - your suggested itinerary is below. The links will give you options of accommodation, should you wish to select something similar. We have selected stylish historic places in the Old Towns of Chania, Rethymno and Rhodes for their charm and character, and a central quality hotel in Heraklion for convenience. 

November weather in Crete is mild with average night time temperatures around 12°C or 54°F and average day time temperatures 20°C or 68°F. Sea temperatures are also mild, with averages of 17-20°C or 63-68°F. I have definitely enjoyed swimming in Crete in November, but you must remember that many summer villages close down, because most of the tourists have departed by this time. It is great, it is quieter, but fewer options are open for drinks, coffee or meals.

November weather in Rhodes is also mild with average night time temperatures around 11°C or 52°F and average day time temperatures 20°C or 68°F. Sea temperatures are also mild, with averages of 20-22°C or 68-72°F. Rhodes old town will have plenty of shops and services, cafes, restaurants and museums open. Smaller beaches may be closed but Lindos will certainly be convenient to visit, and lovely cafes and restaurants will be open. I love Lindos and a visit there is highly recommended :)

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Your Itinerary - 2 Weeks Crete and Rhodes

11 Oct - Sat
Arrive into Chania Airport in Crete
Pick up rental car (automatic)
Visit Old Town and museums
Take an Old Town Walking Tour
Stay in Chania Old Town
Stay at Alcanea Boutique Hotel by the harbour

12 Oct - Sun
Gourmet walking tour of Chania Old Town
Stay in Chania Old Town
Stay at Alcanea Boutique Hotel by the harbour

13 Oct - Mon
Seven villages tour or self drive to Apokoronas region, lunch at Parasia Taverna with local Cretan cuisine, visit Dourakis Winery - 80 km return
Stay in Chania Old Town
Stay at Alcanea Boutique Hotel by the harbour

14 Oct - Tue
Day trip to Ano Vouves Olive Museum, Theriso Gorge and Village with museums - visit Botanical Garden of Crete. Lunch at taverna at the gardens with local Cretan cuisine
Stay in Chania Old Town
Stay at Alcanea Boutique Hotel by the harbour

15 Oct - Wed
Drive from Chania to Rethymno 66 km
Walking tour or cooking class - Rethymno Old Town
Stay in Rethymno Old Town
Stay at Veneto Boutique Hotel in the Old Town

16 Oct - Thur
Self drive day trip to Arkadi Monastery, Margarites Village, Ancient Eleftherna and Metaxakis Winery - 80 km return
Stay in Rethymno Old Town
Stay at Veneto Boutique Hotel in the Old Town

17 Oct - Fri
Self drive day trip to Preveli monastery via Kourtaliotiko Gorge – see Preveli Beach – lunch at Gefyra Taverna - 70 km return
Stay in Rethymno Old Town
Stay at Veneto Boutique Hotel in the Old Town

18 Oct - Sat
Rest day (or move to Heraklion today)
Stay in Rethymno Old Town
Stay at Veneto Boutique Hotel in the Old Town

19 Oct - Sun
Drive from Rethymno to Heraklion 80 km
See Knossos Palace & Archaeological Museum
Stay in Heraklion Town
Stay at Lato Boutique Hotel in centre of town close to everything

20 Oct - Mon
Fly from Heraklion HER to Rhodes RHO
Flight time 1 hour
More about Rhodes here
Stay in Rhodes Old Town
Hire a car or stay on foot
Take an Old Town Walking Tour, see the Palace of the Grandmasters with a 'skip the line' ticket
Stay at Spirit of the Knights Boutique Hotel in the Old Town

21 Oct - Tue
Visit Old Town and museums in Rhodes UNESCO heritage site
Stay at Spirit of the Knights Boutique Hotel in the Old Town

22 Oct - Wed
Day trip to Lindos by car or boat, visit the Acropolis and enjoy lunch in the village
Stay in Rhodes Old Town
Stay at Spirit of the Knights Boutique Hotel in the Old Town

23 Oct - Thur
Explore the Old Town or take a day tour to Bufferfly Valley and Seven Springs Valley, or vist Tsambika Monastery
Stay in Rhodes Old Town
Stay at Spirit of the Knights Boutique Hotel in the Old Town

24 Oct - Fri
Depart Rhodes Airport for Athens, flight time 1 hour, then home
If needed, stay at Sofitel Athens Airport to rest before your long haul flight to NYC (10-11 hours)

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