Rental Policy

Terms & Conditions

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Insurance & Coverage

We offer comprehensive protection plans for a worry-free rental experience:

  • Premium Protection Plan – Full Collision Damage Waiver (Zero Excess) – No credit card required.

  • Standard Insurance – Excess may apply.

  • Third-Party Liability Insurance – Coverage up to €1,300,000 for personal injury and property damage (unlimited coverage available upon request).

  • Fire & Theft Protection – Included with all rentals.

  • Driver’s Insurance – Up to €5,000 per person.

⚠️ Important Notice:
Insurance coverage is valid only if incidents are reported immediately to our office via phone or email. The vehicle must not be operated until further instructions are given.
Failure to follow this procedure will result in loss of insurance coverage.

Insurance does not cover interior damage, off-road usage, or unauthorized drivers.


Out-of-Hours Return Policy (21:30 – 08:30)


If the vehicle is returned outside our regular operating hours (between 22:00 and 08:30), a refundable security amount, equal to the excess amount, will be blocked on the customer’s credit/debit card via a secure Nexi payment link via Alpha Bank or via Viva Bank. This amount will be released once the vehicle is inspected and confirmed to be returned in the same condition as received, with the same fuel level. If the excess is €0, only a €100 security deposit will be blocked to cover any missing fuel if the vehicle is returned with less fuel than it had at pick-up. To cover the processing of an out-of-hours return, a service fee of €5 will apply.


Vehicle Use & Driver Requirements

  • Unlimited Mileage – Drive as much as you like with no distance limits.

  • 24/7 Pick-Up & Return – Available any time, including late-night and holiday hours.

  • No Security Deposit – Hassle-free reservations.

  • No Credit Card Required with Full Insurance.

Driver Eligibility

  • Minimum age for driver:

    • 23 years old for categories A & C, with 4+ years of driving experience.

    • 25 years old for all other categories.

  • Valid Driver’s License required for at least 4 years.

  • Only registered drivers listed in the rental agreement are permitted to operate the vehicle.

  • Drivers aged 74+ have a minimum excess of €500 for small vehicles and €3,000 for larger ones.


Fuel Policy

  • Our Fair Fuel Policy: Return the vehicle with the same fuel level it had at pick-up.


Prohibited Use

  • Vehicles must remain on the island of Crete unless written authorization is provided by AUTOWAY.

  • Off-road driving (unpaved roads) is strictly prohibited. Any damages or related costs are the renter’s responsibility.

  • Balos Beach is off-limits:

    • No insurance or roadside assistance available.

    • Violations will incur a €200 penalty (plus VAT) and full liability for any damage.


Key Loss

  • In case of key loss, the renter will be charged for the replacement cost and the delivery fee for the spare key.


GPS Monitoring

  • Selected vehicles may be equipped with GPS tracking systems for safety and fleet management purposes.


Included Services & Benefits

  • Child Safety Seats – Available upon request, free of charge.

  • Road Map of Crete – Included with all rentals.

  • 24-Hour Roadside Assistance – Island-wide support at your convenience.

  • All Local Taxes Included – Transparent pricing, including 24% VAT.


Cancellation & Rebooking Policy

Partial Prepayment (You paid 20% upfront)

 Cancel more than 3 days before pick-up (for small cars):
  • 20% of your payment will be held and can be used as credit within the next 18 months.

  • Applies to car types: A, C, D, S, K, K1, M1

 Cancel more than 1 week before pick-up (for bigger cars):
  • 20% of your payment will be held and can be used as credit within the next 18 months.

  • Applies to car types: CB, CBB, F, KA, L, Lp/L+, M, K2, E

Full Prepayment (You paid 100% upfront)

 Cancel more than 3 days before pick-up (for small cars):
  • You get back 80% of your payment.

  • The remaining 20% stays as credit for the next 18 months.

  • Applies to car types: A, C, D, S, K, K1, M1

 Cancel more than 1 week before pick-up (for bigger cars):
  • You get back 80% of your payment.

  • The remaining 20% stays as credit for the next 18 months.

  • Applies to car types: CB, CBB, F, KA, L, Lp/L+, M, K2, E


Cancel less than 3 days before pick-up or don’t show up:
  • No refund.


Rebooking Conditions

To maintain service quality and pricing fairness, especially during high season:

  • Rebooking to a lower price: Credit from the original booking cannot be applied.

  • Same-date rebookings (even at a higher price): Credit is forfeited.

  • A €15 (plus VAT) cancellation processing fee applies to all cancellations; it is deducted from the retained credit.

  • Credit is valid for 18 months, non-transferable, and can only be applied to bookings of equal or greater value on different dates.


Legal Responsibilities

  • Renters are responsible for any traffic violations or fines incurred during the rental period.

  • Interior damage is not covered by any insurance policy.

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