$97 Car Rental Elgin

There's heaps to do in Elgin, but venture farther afield and you'll find even more magic. Organize a set of wheels and you can explore the surrounding region at your own pace. Add these fantastic drives to your travel schedule:

• You'll discover Lyttelton Harbour and loads more interesting attractions in Christchurch. From Elgin, it's approximately 50 miles away.
• Situated 85 miles away, Mount Cook is also a favorite with travelers. Allow time to check out Mount Cook National Park while you're here. It's one of the reasons people love coming to this buzzing city.
• Visit St. Clair Beach to reconnect with nature. Take a picnic to enjoy or just sit and unwind. From Elgin, it's roughly 150 miles away.

If you don't possess a driver's license issued in New Zealand, then you'll likely need to acquire an International Driving Permit (IDP) in your place of residence in order to rent a car. Also consider that if an IDP is required, it won't be valid on its own. You'll need to show your current driver's license your passport and other forms of documentation as well. Lastly, it's important that the credit card you used to book the rental matches the name on your driver's license and passport. A few other things to note for international car rentals are:

• Age restrictions: You'll need to be 25 or over in many countries to rent a car. If you're younger than that, it may still be possible to rent a car but you'll have to pay a Young Driver's Surcharge. Additional restrictions may also apply to the types of vehicles you can rent.
• Driving limitations: Be sure to read the fine print before you drive away. Usually, you can't cross country borders, drive on ferries or off road with your rental car.