Car hire in Italy

We are happy to arrange your car hire, using our trusted local supplier. All hire cars booked with us include: 

  • Fully inclusive insurance, with zero excess*

  • Free additional driver

 For further information regarding travel arrangements click here.

* For full details of the insurance cover, including certain exceptions, please see below

Car specifications - Tuscany and Umbria (pick up and drop off at airports only)

GROUP EXAMPLE NUMBER OF SEATS LUGGAGE CAPACITY* WEEKLY PRICE
ECMR Fiat 500, Fiat Panda a/c or similar 4 1 large £497
EDMR Skoda fabia or VW Polo a/c or similar 5 1 large, 1 small £532
CDMR Fiat 500L a/c or similar 5 1 large, 1 small £574
SDAR Automatic BMW series 2 Active Tourer a/c or similar 5 1 large £805

 

Car specifications - Tuscany (pick up and drop off at accommodation only)

GROUP EXAMPLE NUMBER OF SEATS LUGGAGE CAPACITY* WEEKLY PRICE
C Renault Captur 4x2 automatic or similar 4 2 large £770
C1 Automatic Renault Kadjar 4x2 a/c or similar 5 2 large £945
D Automatic Renault Koleos 4x4 a/c or similar 5 2 large £1155
E Automatic Jeep Renegade 4x4 a/c or similar 5 2 large £1050
F Automatic Audi Q5 4x4 a/c or similar 5 2 large £1449
H Automatic Renault Arkana a/c or similar 5 2 large £875
J Automatic Alfa Romeo Stelvio a/c or similar 5 2 large £1365
K Automatic Mercedes GLC or similar 5 2 large £1645
L Automatic Mercedes GLE a/c or similar 5 2 large £1855
M Automatic Ford Custom 8 seater a/c or similar 8 4 large £1645
N Automatic Mercedes V Class 8 seater a/c or similar 8 4 large £2030
G Automatic Mercedes Vito 9 seater a/c or similar 9 4 large £1855

For transfers from the airport to our properties in Tuscany please call for a price. Please note that credit card details will be required to act as a warranty for cars delivered directly to our accommodation.

Car specifications - Puglia (pick up and drop off at airports or accommodation)

GROUP EXAMPLE NUMBER OF SEATS LUGGAGE CAPACITY* WEEKLY PRICE
A Minicar Citroen C1 or similar 4 1 large £560
B Citycar Peugeot 208 or similar 5 2 large £616
B Citycar Cabrio Fiat 500 Cabriolet manual or similar 4 2 small £679
C Medium Peugeot 308 SW or similar 4 3 large £679
C Medium Automatic Ford Focus or similar 4 1 large £756
D Large Opel Insignia SW manual or similar 5 2 large £840
D Large Automatic Renault Talisman or similar 5 2 large £910
SUV Automatic Audi Q3 or similar 5 2 large £910
9-seater minivan Opel Vivaro manual or similar 9 5 large £910
9-seater minivan Mercedes Vito manual 9 5 large £1190

For transfers from the airport to our properties in Puglia please call for a price

* Suitcase sizes are based on a large suitcase of approximately 75cm x 41cm x 31cm, a medium suitcase of approximately 65cm x 46cm x 29cm and a small suitcase of 55cm x 40cm x 20cm.

*IMPORTANT NOTE: Please note, an excess of EUR 500 is applicable for any damage, loss, or accident caused by your own negligence, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, unlawful driving, driving off-road or using the wrong type of fuel etc. 

Please note, a credit card is required for payment of the car rental company's security deposit. Debit cards and pre-paid credit cards will not be accepted.

All cars include:

  • Unlimited mileage
  • All cars include two named drivers
  • Child car seats are available to prebook at a cost of £80 per seat per week. Child booster seats are available to prebook free of charge. ** Please be advised, we recommend bringing your own car seats for infants as those supplied are basic

Important

  • For Tuscany & Umbria rentals: drivers must be over 21 and have held a licence for a minimum of one year (there is no maximum age limit) 
  • For Puglia rentals: drivers must be over 21 and have held a licence for a minimum of one year (there is no maximum age limit)
  • Drivers must hold a British/EU driver’s licence or international driver’s licence, held for at least one year. Your licence must be in the new plastic card format, paper versions are no longer valid. You will not be able to hire a car without your licence, which you must carry at all times when you are driving.

Car Insurance

The insurance will not cover:

  • Call out charge for assistance with tyre punctures
  • Filling up with the wrong fuel
  • Locking the keys in the car
  • Flat battery from negligent use of car
  • Damage to roof or undercarriage in Tuscany or Umbria (you should not drive off-road) 
  • Damage to wheels or tyres in Puglia (you should not drive off-road) 
  • Personal accident insurance (this should be covered by your personal travel insurance)
  • Any damage, loss, accident etc. caused by your own negligence, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, unlawful driving, driving off-road, using wrong type of fuel etc.
  • Your car key: this usually contains an electronic device which will be damaged by water, sand etc. Please do not swim with your key; you will be charged for any damage or loss, including the cost of a replacement key, towing away of car etc. (replacement keys cost €24-€205 depending on the car category, plus a delivery charge)
  • Damage to the interior (back shelf, seats etc.)
  • Theft of valuables (cameras, mobile telephones, jewellery, money etc.)
  • Any damage/loss caused by theft or attempted theft due to unlocked doors, personal effects left in view etc.
  • Parking fines, speeding fines or other traffic infringements (a €60 administrative fee will apply to each fine)
  • Roadside assistance