All-inclusive car rental in Greece
In Greece, an all-inclusive rental includes full insurance with zero excess - valuable on islands like Crete and Rhodes where gravel roads and tight village streets make minor damage common.
Greece is best explored island by island, and a car turns a beach holiday into a proper adventure - hidden coves, mountain villages and archaeological sites that buses never reach. Roads vary from smooth highways to narrow, unpaved tracks.
Because small scrapes are so common on island roads, the zero-excess cover in a Cardamar all-inclusive rental is genuinely useful here. The price already includes it, so you are not upsold expensive counter insurance at a small island desk.
Good to know before you drive in Greece
| Drives on | Right-hand side |
|---|---|
| Minimum rental age | Usually 21 (varies by supplier) |
| Speed limit (motorway) | 120-130 km/h |
| Toll roads | Some on the mainland highways |
| Best months to drive | May-June, September-October |
Popular places to rent a car in Greece
- Athens
- Crete (Heraklion & Chania)
- Rhodes
- Corfu
- Thessaloniki
- Kos
Driving tips for Greece
- Fuel up before heading into the mountains - stations can be sparse on the islands.
- Single-track roads are common; pull over to let oncoming traffic pass.
- Carry cash for the smaller island fuel stations and toll points.
Greece car rental - FAQ
Is zero-excess cover useful on Greek islands?
Very. Gravel roads, tight parking and dust make minor damage common, so having no excess removes the risk of paying for small scrapes.
Do I need a 4x4 on the islands?
For paved roads a standard car is fine. If you plan to reach remote beaches on unpaved tracks, a higher-clearance car or SUV is more comfortable.
Are deposits required in Greece?
All-inclusive bookings aim to avoid a deposit at most destinations - check the conditions for your specific island or airport.