Rent a car on Naxos

If you're staying in Chora and only visiting the closest beaches, no - buses and taxis cover that. For the inland villages (Chalki, Filoti, Apeiranthos), Apollonas, Mikri Vigla and Alyko, a rental gives you 5–10× the freedom of the bus schedule. Most visitors who rent for at least 3 days say it's the best money they spent on the island.

Greek Law 4850/2021 (in force since 5 November 2021) removed the IDP requirement for licence holders from EU/EEA, the UK, USA, Canada, Australia and Gibraltar for tourist stays under 6 months. If your licence is in Latin script and shows your photo, your country's home licence is enough. Visitors from countries outside that list (e.g. China, India, most Latin American states) still need an IDP.

Yes, but supply is tight. We keep automatic compact cars, family models and SUVs. In July and August book at least 3 weeks in advance for guaranteed automatic. Outside high season we usually have same-week availability.

No for 95% of itineraries. The road network - including the climb to Apeiranthos and Apollonas - is paved and a small car handles it fine. You only need a 4×4 if you plan to drive the dirt tracks to remote chapels, the Alyko cedar dunes, or the goat tracks above Mikri Vigla. Most rental contracts (ours included) forbid taking a non-4×4 vehicle off-road, so respect it.

Whichever is closer to your arrival point - both are free. We meet you at JNX (under 4 km from Chora) or at the port (2-min walk to our office). The price is identical. Tell us your flight or ferry on WhatsApp the day before.

Advance is cheaper and safer in July, August and the first half of September - local supply runs out and walk-in prices spike. May, June, late September and October are usually fine to book a day or two before. We hold the same online price either way; we don't penalise advance bookings.

Indicative ranges in 2026: small cars €30–55/day, mid-size €45–75, SUVs €65–110. The cheapest month historically is March–April; July–August can be 60–80% more expensive than May. All our prices include unlimited km, basic CDW, taxes, second driver and a baby seat.

21 years old, with the licence held for at least 1 year, for our cars. Some SUV groups require drivers to be 23. No upper age limit. Drivers under 25 may have a small young-driver surcharge - we'll always tell you in advance.

Basic CDW is included with every rental. Deposit varies €100–€800 depending on insurance level. Full CDW (€150 excess) and Zero Excess (€0) are optional upgrades. Tyres, undercarriage and windscreen are NOT covered by basic - choose Full or Zero if you'll be on rougher village roads.

Your driving licence, passport or national ID, and a credit card (for the deposit hold). Debit cards are usually accepted but the deposit may be charged rather than held. IDP only if your country's licence is not in Latin script.