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SIXT Car Hire in Cyprus
Car hire in Cyprus with SIXT offers a seamless experience, featuring a wide range of premium vehicles at economy prices. Enjoy convenient pick-ups at various airports and flexible branch opening hours to suit your schedule. Drive a premium car from top brands, perfect for navigating the scenic roads of Cyprus and discovering its unique blend of cultures and stunning landscapes.
You can pick up your car rental in Cyprus from Paphos Airport (PFO) and Larnaca Airport (LCA), which have a 24-hour pickup and return policy. Make your trip easier with customisable options like unlimited mileage.
Driving Tips for Cyprus
- Pedestrian crossings: In Cyprus, pedestrian crossings are marked by flashing yellow lights, indicating drivers should slow down and yield to pedestrians.
- Speed cameras: Cyprus has an extensive network of speed cameras, including fixed and mobile units. Make sure to follow speed limits, especially on highways.
- Drive defensively on mountain roads: Cyprus' mountainous regions can be challenging, with narrow roads and sharp turns. Anticipate unexpected obstacles and use low gear when descending steep slopes.
- Parking restrictions: In urban areas like Nicosia and Limassol, parking is restricted during peak hours. Look for designated parking areas or risk getting a fine.
- Use headlight beam deflectors: When driving on Cyprus' left-hand side roads, use headlight beam deflectors to avoid dazzling oncoming traffic, as required by local regulations.
Best places to visit in Cyprus
Whether you have a week or just 24 hours in Cyprus, stunning destinations are waiting to be discovered:
- Cavo Greco National Park: Explore the sparkling coastline and scenic hiking trails of Cavo Greco with a hired car. Parking is ample and free, allowing you to easily access the park's natural beauty. Car hire in Cyprus allows you to drive along the coastal route and stop at secluded beaches and viewpoints on your own time.
- Lefkara Village: Visit this picturesque village in the Troodos Mountains with a hired car, giving you the flexibility to explore the narrow streets and surrounding countryside. You can also drive to nearby wineries and scenic viewpoints, making the most of your Cypriot adventure.
- Fig Tree Bay: Jump behind the wheel and drive to this iconic beach in Protaras, which offers convenient parking and easy access to the beach. With the comfort of a rental car in Cyprus, you can bring beach gear and supplies to explore nearby beaches and coves without the hassle of space issues or restrictive tour itineraries.
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Good to know when renting in Cyprus
It is only possible to pay for your car hire with a credit card in Cyprus. Credit cards from all internationally-recognised companies (Mastercard, American Express, VISA) are accepted whereas debit cards, prepaid cards and cash are not accepted.
Hiring your own car is the best way to ensure that you can explore the whole of Cyprus. As Cyprus doesn't have its own railway network, your own hire car is essential particularly if you wish to explore more rural areas of the country.
In order to hire a car in Cyprus you'll need a licence which is valid for the entire rental period as well as a valid passport or ID card. Your UK licence will continue to be accepted in Cyprus without an International Driving Permit.
Yes if you plan to be in Cyprus for a longer period then you can hire a car for multiple weeks or months at a time. The maximum rental period is four months.
You have to be at least 21 to hire a car in Cyprus and have held your licence for at least 3 years. A small surcharge will apply to young drivers under the age of 25 as well as drivers over 70.
No, it is not possible to drive your hire car across the border into Northern Cyprus. You may only use your hire car in the Republic of Cyprus.
