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Coastal roads with breathtaking views of the sea, rural roads that cut through the inland countryside passing through tiny villages, roads that climb steep mountains: driving a car in Cyprus is a varied but always exciting experience.
Renting a car is the best way to explore the length and breadth of this enchanting Mediterranean island. Thanks to the open gates along the Green Line you can easily pass from the Greek to the Turkish side to admire the beauty of landscape and culture of both areas and fully understand the peculiarities of this divided island.
Having a car also allows you to sunbathe and swim in the most beautiful beaches, difficult or impossible to reach by public transport. You decide what time you want to leave, where you want to go, what route you want to take, how fast you want to go, and at any time you can stop for a snack, visit a church that the guidebooks don’t mention, or take a photo from a panoramic viewpoint.
Book online to take advantage of low-cost fares: with the money you save you can pamper yourself on the road, perhaps with a succulent seafood dinner with a sea view or a boat trip. Here you will find all the information you need to drive safely and enjoy your vacation to the fullest.
The prices of car rental at the in Cyprus varies depending on the time of year. This graph shows the average prices in the various months to help you find out which is the best period to rent a low cost car.
The most convenient solution is to rent a car at the airport in Cyprus in order to leave immediately and have the car available for the duration of the vacation, but there are car rental agencies in all major locations on the island.
Below are the cheapest prices for car hire at at the Airport of Paphos, to book click here.
According to reviews by other travellers, the following are the best car hire companies at at the Airport of Paphos. To compare rates click here.
In the Republic of Cyprus is the driving on the left (with overtaking on the right), as in England. This frightens many Europeans who think they will get confused by driving in the opposite direction to what they are used to. In reality, you get used to it quickly, rather instinctively.
Once this first hurdle is overcome, driving in Cyprus is quite easy: the main roads are wide, in good condition and generally not busy (except during rush hours in the largest cities). In particular, to travel from Pafos to Nicosia you can take a fast-flowing highway without having to pay tolls.
Extra caution is required when driving on rural roads or in mountainous areas, especially when tackling steep inclines. Also watch out for speed bumps: they are frequently found and some are very high.
The rules for driving in the Republic of Cyprus are very similar to those of the rest of Europe, with slight differences that are good to know:
It is recommended to follow the rules of the road because controls are frequent and fines heavy.
Petrol stations are quite frequent along the main roads (some with self-service pumps open 24 hours a day), while in rural and mountainous areas it is difficult to find one. It is therefore advisable to fill up before entering remote areas.
LPG is not available.
With the exception of the historic centers of Nicosia and other major cities, finding parking in Cyprus is easy and free. Paid parking lots in the cities are affordable.
The general advice when renting a car is to choose a model similar to the type of car you are used to driving. However, the most suitable cars for driving in Cyprus are small cars and off-road vehicles.
Asmall car has the advantage not only of being cheaper, but also of allowing agile movement in traditional villages, which often have very narrow streets. On the other hand, they require a lot of caution when entering mountainous areas, especially when the slopes become very steep.
With an off-road vehicle you can drive without difficulty on all terrains, including dirt roads, but this type of car is generally the most expensive. In addition, those who are not used to driving an off-road vehicle may have some initial difficulties in driving.
If your vacation is mainly villages and beaches, we recommend a small car. If, on the other hand, you want to venture into mountainous and unpaved areas, an off-road vehicle will guarantee you greater safety.
Few tourists decide to cross the border and visit the northern part of Cyprus, scared of borders and bureaucratic formalities. Actually cross the border is very simple, just a quick check of documents: it is worth crossing the border posts to see one of the wildest areas of the island, where there are some of the most beautiful beaches.
If you also want to go to North Cyprus pay attention to the insurance clauses when you book your rental car.
Many standard insurance policies only allow you to drive within the Republic of Cyprus, which means that if you get into an accident in the northern area you are not covered. You can almost always add coverage in the northern part of the island by paying a small additional fee.
Here are some quick answers to the most common doubts about car rental in Cyprus.
To reserve a car in Cyprus a credit card or debit card is sufficient. However, when you go to collect the car, you will need:
The car rental companies in Cyprus allow to rent a car to all those who are between 21 and 70 years old. However, there is an additional cost for under 25 and for those over 70.
A car rental in Cyprus always includes:
Any extras or additional insurance coverage are separate.
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