Cheap Holidays Greece

Exploring Greece becomes an unforgettable experience, especially if you are able to travel safely and comfortably in your own car. Greece car hire has become increasingly popular amongst visitors, especially those who wish to explore Greek locations in their own time, in comfort and in their own mode of transport. As demand for car hire has increased over the years, companies are now able to offer visitors cheap car hire in Greece and the Greek Islands. You can now find car hire all around Greece, from Athens, to the Greek islands Santorini , Mykonos, Skiathos and Crete.

When chosen a car rental company in Greece, make sure that the car that you hire meets your needs. If you are on a family holiday to Greece, and have young children; it would be a good idea to inquire about integrated child seats, window shields or tinted windows that stop direct sunlight into the car. Also trays in the car are handy for children when having drinks in the car. For cheap car hire Greece, most well known companies offer a low cost, economical option, as well as a luxury range. Also most of these companies offer lower cheaper rates during the low seasons, when demand for care hire is at its lowest. All this can help you in getting the best Greece deals.

Advice on car hire in Greece

Make sure to check with the rental company if car rentals to airport can be arranged. Also review booking confirmation and the supplier of the hired car ( Hertz, Europcar, Avis etc)
Read the terms and the conditions and make sure there are other hidden costs involved.
Make sure you understand the car supplier’s policy on fuel, if you do not refuel the car, you may be charged.
Check that the car you are hiring has all the safety equipment that you may need for any eventuality.

Driving your rental car in Greece

There are many legal requirements if you wish to hire a car in Greece. Drivers need to be over the age of 18 and should be in possession of a valid licence and an International Driving permit (IDP). It is always important to keep your passport, International Driving Permit and your driving licence with you at all times when you are on the road.
Seatbelts are compulsory when driving in Greece. It is important to note here that Greece has one of Europe’s highest road accident tolls, so drive safely as road side assistance is poor in some areas and road maintenance in some of the more rural parts is also poor. Children under the age of 10 are not allowed to sit in the front seat.
Remember to drive on the right side of the road, so give way to traffic on your left.

By organising your own Greece car rental, you will have the freedom to create your own travel schedule that suits you. Although many still enjoy travelling to Athens, by taxi, Metro, or bus; Most will agree that there is something very special in renting a car in Greece.

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