Summary
- How to choose your scooter to get around Paros?
- What are the pitfalls to avoid when renting a scooter in Paros?
- How to rent a scooter in Paros?
- - Choosing your provider
- - Rates
- Good to know
Want to discover the island of Paros in complete freedom? Rent a scooter!
Paros is an island in the Cyclades, located in the heart of the Aegean Sea, west of Naxos and northeast of Antiparos. Between the chain of Marpissa, the fertile plains, the beaches with turquoise waters, the traditional villages, the gastronomy and the hospitality of the inhabitants, you will not be disappointed with your stay on the island!
Are you planning to spend a few days in Paros, either as a single destination or as part of an itinerant trip through the archipelago? The island has an area of less than 200 km². Therefore, it is quite possible to travel by scooter, without fear of being pressed for time. This means of locomotion will give you more freedom. You will be able to move around the city easily, avoid traffic jams and take certain roads that are more difficult to reach by car.
So, what are you waiting for to rent a scooter in Paros?
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How to choose your scooter to get around Paros?
Before talking about desires, we must talk about legality. For the 50 CC, you will have to show a motorbike or car licence. Indeed, given the high number of accidents, it is now impossible to rent a scooter in Paros without a licence. For the 125 CC, you will need an A1 or A2 driving licence. For the 150 CC, the A licence is compulsory.If you have a motorcycle licence and can rent any type of model, you will need to ask about your travel arrangements. There is no point in renting a powerful vehicle if you are simply travelling by the day. If you wish to move towards a travelling mode of travel, everything will depend on the weight and volume of your luggage. In this case, it would seem more appropriate to turn to a motorcycle.
What are the pitfalls to avoid when renting a scooter in Paros?
It's the holidays and you want to live unforgettable moments. Don't take the risk of spoiling your stay by neglecting some important points. When renting a scooter in Paros, be careful :- Insurance: Contact your bank to find out what cover is offered with your bank card. If you have a Gold or Visa premier, you probably have advantages regarding the excess. If your card doesn't cover anything, take out an insurance option with a full refund or surrender of the excess. This way, and in case of damage, you will have only part or nothing to advance. Also check if your passenger is protected and if you are insured against theft. It's still more comfortable! However, of course, the cost of the rental will be higher.
- to paying options. Nothing is free, or rarely... Therefore, don't be fooled and ask what is included in the basic price.
- to extra costs: drop-off, drivers between 21 and 25 years old, extra kilometres in case of limited mileage, etc.
- the condition of the scooter: Take pictures of your vehicle at the time of rental. This way, you will not be blamed for any damage that you did not cause!
How to rent a scooter in Paros?
Choosing your provider
When you arrive in Paros, the easiest way is to rent your scooter on the spot in Parikia. This way, you will keep it for the whole of your stay and return it when you leave. Chaniotis Paros and DK Scooters have the advantage of being located on the port. If you want to rent a scooter in Paros only for a few days, it is also possible to do it in Naoussa, Pisso Livadi or Aliki.
No matter where you start from, the rental companies all open between 9 am and 9 or 10 pm in high season.
Rates
If you choose a 50 CC, count on a minimum budget of 20 € per day. In low season, the rates can go down to 15 €. Between mid-July and the end of August, the rental of a 50 CC can cost you around 35 € per day, with unlimited mileage.
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