Scooter Rental in Corfu – Everything You Need to Know

According to Greek law, the following driving licenses are valid to drive:

Vespa 125cc - MOTORCYCLE CLASS DRIVING LICENSE

European Driving License: A, A1, A2. (Without the restriction codes 79.03, 79(3) , 79.04 , 79(4), 79(2)

International Driving License: A, A1 (On the driving license requirements page, you can check whether you need an IDP if you have a non-EU driving license license)

Vespa 300cc - MOTORCYCLE CLASS DRIVING LICENSE

European Driving License: A, A2. (Without the restriction codes 79.03, 79(3) , 79.04 , 79(4) ,79(2)

International Driving License: A

Piaggio Mp3 300cc

European Driving License: A, A2, B

International Driving License: A1, A,

The European Car Driving License B must be obtained before the 19th of January 2013.

Non-EU driving license holders must have a valid motorcycle class driving license.

Previous experience driving maxi scooters is mandatory for the Piaggio Mp3 Scooter Driver.

50cc mopeds (We don't have 50cc mopeds - scooters) CAR or MOPED CLASS DRIVING LICENSE

European Driving License B, AM, A1, A2

International Driving License B, A, A1

ATV/Quad (We don't have Quad bikes)

European Driving License B

International Driving License B

Please note that in the case of police control or an accident, the vehicle's insurance is not valid if you are driving without a valid driving licence.

If an accident occurs or in the case of police control, the rental company must pay a 1000€ penalty. The customer must pay a 1000€ fine if he has rented a vehicle without a driving license or the wrong driving license.

Law:N.4530/2018 ΦΕΚ59/A/30-3-2018

View more details about the driving license requirements here ▶

Still have questions? Please visit on our website the "Driving license requirements" page.

On the driving license requirements page, you can check whether you need an IDP if you have a non-EU driving license license.

No, we don't have 50cc scooters. But most of the other scooter rental companies have them.

Our rental options are offered at the best possible price allowing you to add any extra services only if and as you need them.

The basic rental includes:

✅ THIRD-PARTY insurance for civil liability

✅ Unlimited kilometres/mileage

✅ 2 Helmets Vespa® or Nolan®

✅ Vespa® top case with backrest cushion for the passenger

✅ Windshield (for Vespa touring 2018 models and MP3 Piaggio Yourban)

✅ RAM® X-GRIP® Phone Mount (motorcycle phone holder)

✅ USB charger & cable

✅ All Taxes Included

✅ Complimentary custom made map

Yes, you can! However, the minimum rental fee is a 1-day rental.

If you choose to rent a scooter for just a few hours and plan to return it during our lunch break (14:00 - 17:00), that's perfectly fine! Simply inform us of your preferred return time during pickup or select both your preferred pickup and return times when making your online booking!

Yes, it is easy as all our Vespa are automatic(no gears). However, a prior scooter or motorbike driving experience is required. For safety reasons we strongly discourage people without experience to rent a scooter in a foreign country

A better question might be, what doesn't the tour price include?

Our tour pricing includes: Vespa 125cc rental, fuel, helmets, a top case with back rest cushion for the back-seat passenger, coffee, refreshements, all entrance fees, third party insurance for civil liability and a tour Escort. The 4-5-6 Hour tours include a light snack.

Your safety and insurance are our foremost concerns.

Our policy is to have 100% transparency and accuracy on our terms and conditions regarding insurance coverage.

You can read all the details here ▶

At Corfu Vespa, we only give promises that we can fulfil.

🔰 The BASIC insurance covers damages against third parties, driver and passenger health assistance.

🔰 In the event of an accident with your Vespa, you are automatically insured for the damage caused to third parties.

However, the damage cost you will cause to your vehicle and any damage you might have suffered yourself does not fall under this insurance. Your travel or medical insurance usually covers this.

🔰 An extra insurance ("Corfu Vespa Tours Care") is available to limit the amount to be paid in case of crash or theft. This extra insurance is on the name of the driver and is not valid if the driver doesn't have prior experience of scooter/motorbike riding or if he/she let drive unauthorizes persons. This extra insurance doesn't cover the accesories.

You can view more details here ▶

Please note that the basic insurance - Thrird party insurance does not cover any damages you make to the vehicle and therefore we offer additional insurance to reduce your excess as seen below.

We reserve the right to refuse this service to anyone, even at the last minute and even if it has already been booked (in this case, it will not be charged)

You can pay by credit card or debit card, PayPal, bank wire transfer or cash.

Please note that we accept American Express and Diners Club cards for online payments via our web booking channel but can not accept them for payments made at our office.

A 20% prepayment of the total tour/rental cost, including taxes, is required to secure your reservation through our web booking channel. The tour/rental cost can be paid wholly or partly through our web booking channel. For payments by bank wire transfer, don't hesitate to get in touch with us via email.

Yes, a 20% deposit - prepayment of the total tour/rental cost including taxes is required to secure your reservation through our web booking channel.

For safety reasons, Corfu Vespa Tours cannot rent a scooter to a driver who don't have enough driving experience with a two-wheeled vehicle (scooter/motorbike). If you book a Vespa and you don't have a driving license or don't have the experience to drive a scooter, you cannot be refunded.

Circumference Measurement: Wrap a measuring tape around your head starting from the center of your forehead. Measure about and inch above your eyebrows and hold tape comfortably snug. Take the length and complete again for good measure. Use the largest of the two readings.

Vespa helmet size chart

Nolan helmet size chart

Yes, any scooter we have can welcome up to two people.

Before you book a Vespa Primavera, please consider that the maximum load capacity for a 125cc Primavera is 150kg.

In the case of inclement weather, you will receive a full refund of your deposit / payment.

We will be more than happy to help you organize a private- personalized tour. Please contact us through email and let us know which are your preferences. Our team will be happy to help you organize a suprise wedding proposal tour, a surprise birthday tour and much more. Please feel free to contact us!

🔰On our online booking channel, you can check the real-time availability.

🔰 You can book instantly online our 3-hour Vespa tour of local villages off the beaten path.

🔰 For the "Savout The flavours of Corfu" Vespa tour and the "Above and beyond Palaiokastritsa, please feel the tour request form.

🔰 You can book your Vespa scooter rental through our online booking channel for instant confirmation.

During these two tours, we visit some establishments, and we must make arrangements and appointments before our visit at least 24 hours before the tour.

We were forced to decide not to accept instant online bookings because, unfortunately, last year, we had so many last-minute cancellations because the travellers were showing up on the tour date without the correct driving license or without experience driving a maxi scooter or driving with a pillion (and they were planning to have as a pillion their wife most of the times).

Yes, it is possible but please note that the vehicles are subject to availability. A vehicle upgrade will have an extra cost. If you wish to have a vehicle upgrade, please contact us via email.

It is possible upon request, but there will be an additional charge. You will be charged the tour cost minus the vehicle rental cost.

Even if you see most of the locals driving without a helmet on the Greek roads, you should not think that there is no helmet requirement in Greece.

The penalty for driving without helmet is 350€.

Please Note if special care is needed as regards to food i.e. (diabetics/ allergies) please let us know in advance and we will endeavor to accommodate you.

Yes, a long term renting is possible. For long term renting please contact us via email for special offers.

Our office is located within 1,2 km walking distance from Corfu Port.

Our office is located within 1,9km walking distance from Corfu International Airport.

To find us you may use one of the folowing apps on our web site:

Google Maps app for driving and walking directions or,

Moovit app, get directions with the free local transport planner, find how to get to any place with public transit. Check bus arrival times, maps, service alerts. Please note that bus schedules for Corfu island vary from season to season(during tourism season the daily routes are at least tripled compare to the winter season routes) and moovit app updates the schedules in real time.

At Corfu Vespa Tours we understand that traveling involves taking extra luggage and we provide free luggage storage to all our customers. We will store your luggage at our office until your rental or tour experience is completed or as long as you wish.

During High season 2- 3 days rental costs almost 10% less per day than the 1-day rental fee, and for a 4-days rental or longer, you get an extra nearly 10% off per day.

For the rest of the year, the 2- 3 days rental costs almost 15% less per day than the 1-day rental fee and for a 4-days rental or longer, you get an extra 10% off per day.

Our web-booking system automatically applies the discounts based on your chosen rental dates.

Below you will find the main reasons why the rental price decreased.

Our pricing is formed based on the following reasons:

1. Each time you return a scooter, we check the scooter for damages

2. We clean and disinfect the helmets in depth using our Karcher steam cleaner, Motul® Helmet Interior pure formula, and Antibacterial Surface Cleanser Spray

3. We are washing, disinfecting where needed, and polishing the scooter.

4. Travellers who book the Vespa just for a day or two usually ride more kilometres per day than those who rent the Vespas for extended periods.

Maintenance procedures require time, special cleaning and polishing formulas, and equipment.

Certainly, we can change the starting time and/or the duration of the tour. In this case, please contact us via email so that we will check if there is any availability at the dates of your preference.

The Vespa is made to be driven on well-paved roads - asphalt roads.

It is forbidden to drive off the road with Vespa.

If you are looking for a vehicle to go off-road, please choose an option that meets these criteria, like a dirt bike, an enduro or mountain bicycle or an ATV-Quad.

At this point, we want to remind you that Vespa is a luxury brand of scooters manufactured under high safety standards with leading technology, but all these get ruined if you drive off the road.

The 125cc Primavera has a maximum load capacity of 150kg. It is a lightweight scooter compared to the GTS. It is an ideal option for not-tall and lightweight riders.

The 125cc GTS Vespa considers by many as a maxi scooter. It weighs (168kg) much more than a Primavera, and it has a larger frame and more storage capacity. It is an ideal option for tall or heavy travellers with plenty of experience driving a maxi scooter or a motorcycle.

The GTS has a 36-litre capacity top case.

The Primavera has a 32-litre top case.

No — for safety reasons, we only rent scooters to riders who:

• Hold a valid motorcycle-class driving license

• Have previous experience riding scooters or motorcycles

We are not a driving school, and unfortunately we cannot provide lessons. Thank you for your understanding!

We will be there to serve you. Please don't forget to choose your preferred pick-up and drop-off time on your booking form. Or inform us at least on the same morning regarding your pick-up and drop-off time preference.

👉 Short answer:

It depends on your country of issue and whether your motorcycle license meets the requirements. If your motorcycle license was issued in one of the following countries, you do not need an International Driving Permit to rent a scooter from us:

✅ Countries accepted without an IDP: Australia, Canada, United States of America, Japan, South Korea All European Union countries (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden) Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Central African Republic, Chile, Costa Rica, Côte d'Ivoire, Cuba, DR Congo, Ecuador, Georgia, Ghana, Guyana, Holy See, Indonesia, Iran, Israel, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Liberia, Mexico, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Niger, Norway, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Republic of Korea, Russian Federation, San Marino, Senegal, Serbia, Seychelles, South Africa, Switzerland, Tajikistan, Thailand, Turkey, North Macedonia, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, Zimbabwe

The IDP is a translation of your national driving license.

To be valid, it must accompany your original driving license — it’s not valid on its own.

Thank you for checking! Unfortunately, we don’t have a scooter rental option available for travelers who hold only a non-European car license.

A valid motorcycle-class license is required to ride any of our scooters.

If you're unsure about your license, feel free to contact us — we’ll be happy to help you understand what’s needed.