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Rental Terms and Conditions | Skopelos Vehicle Rentals

📌 Reservation

All reservations are based on vehicle categories rather than specific car models. We strive to provide the selected model; however, in the event of unavailability, we reserve the right to offer a similar or larger model at no additional cost. The alternative model will belong to the same or a higher category than the one originally chosen. Additionally, if a higher-category vehicle is provided, it will be considered a free upgrade with no extra charge or deposit required.


🎂 Driver’s Age

To rent a car from our company, you must hold a valid driver’s license and be at least 21 years old. All our vehicles are covered by premium insurance.


🛂 Driver’s License

We accept all valid driver’s licenses from any country. You must bring your national or international driver’s license with you at the time of rental.


💳 Deposit for Booking Confirmation

✅ No deposit required!
Book your car online with no extra fees. The remaining amount can be paid upon arrival in cash or by any type of card.


💰 Payment Methods

You can choose one of the following payment options:
✔ Online Payment via Credit/Debit Card or PayPal
✔ Upon Arrival in cash or by card (we accept Visa, Mastercard, Electron Visa, Maestro, AMEX, Diners).


📅 Booking Length & Minimum Rental Period

📍 Off-season (April, May, September): Minimum rental period 2 days
📍 High season (June, July, August): Minimum rental period 3 days

If you wish to extend your rental period, please contact us in advance. Late vehicle returns may be subject to additional charges.


⛽ Fuel Policy

🚗 The vehicle must be returned with the same fuel level as it was delivered.
⚠ If returned with less fuel, an extra charge will apply.
❌ No refunds for excess fuel upon return.


🛣️ Mileage

✅ Unlimited mileage is included in our rates.


🧼 Vehicle Cleaning Charge

If the car is returned excessively dirty and requires special interior cleaning, a fee of €60 will be applied.


👶 Baby, Child & Booster Seats

We offer three types of child seats to meet your needs:
🍼 Baby Seat (0 – 2 years)
👦 Child Seat (2 – 5 years)
🎒 Booster Seat (5 – 10 years)
Seats are available upon request.


🗺️ GPS Navigation

📍 GPS devices are available upon request.
⚠ The renter is responsible for any loss or damage to the device.


👨‍👩‍👦 Additional Drivers

Additional drivers must comply with the same terms & conditions as the main driver.


💵 VAT & Taxes

✔ Our prices include VAT & all applicable taxes.
❌ No hidden costs!


🌙 After-Hours Delivery & Collection

We offer vehicle delivery and collection outside working hours (20:00 – 08:45) for an additional €35 per service.


🚦 Traffic Violations & Fines

The renter is fully responsible for any traffic fines or administrative penalties issued during the rental period. This includes, but is not limited to, fines for illegal parking or speed limit violations.


❌ Booking Cancellation

📆 Cancellation 7 Days Prior to Booking Date:
✔ Full refund (a bank processing fee up to 10% may apply).

📆 Cancellation within 7 Days of Booking Date:
❌ No refund of the prepayment.

📆 Booking Date Modification:
✔ Date modifications can be made at least 7 days before the booking date (price adjustments may apply).

📆 Force Majeure Cancellation:
✔ In case of unforeseen circumstances, our company reserves the right to cancel or adjust the reservation.


✏️ Booking Modification

📍 No time limit – Subject to availability.


⏳ No-Show Policy

If the renter fails to pick up the car at the agreed date and time without prior written notice, the reservation will be canceled.
⚠ This policy does not apply in case of flight or ferry delays, provided that you inform us in advance.


🚨 Road Accidents

✔ Step 1: Ensure safety first and collect the details of all involved parties, including:

  • Full name

  • Contact phone number

  • Vehicle registration number

  • Insurance company (if available)

📸 If possible, take photos of the vehicles and the accident scene for documentation purposes.

✔ Step 2: Immediately inform both:

  • Our company

  • The local police (a police report is required).

❗ IMPORTANT: No insurance coverage applies if the accident is not reported to our company.


⛴️ Ferrying the Car

Ferry transport of the rental car is not allowed without prior written authorization.

✔ Fee for ferry authorization & insurance: €60
✔ Free return of the car to Skopelos in case of an accident.
❌ No repair or replacement services are provided outside Skopelos.
❌ The car is not covered by any insurance package during ferry transportation.


🌍 Across the Greek Border Rentals

🚫 Vehicles cannot be taken outside of Greece under any circumstances.


🐶 Pets & Animals

🚫 Pets are not allowed in our vehicles unless inside appropriate transport equipment.
✔ If you wish to travel with a pet, please contact us in advance.