$18 Car Rental Santa Maria

Santa Maria is full of adventures, but don't limit yourself to just the one place. Arrange a set of wheels and take to the road to discover what else awaits in the wider area. Here are some great options we've come up with:

• You'll find New Cathedral of Cuenca and loads of other amazing sights in Cuenca. From Santa Maria, it's about 85 miles away.
• Located 110 miles away, Ambato is also a favorite with travelers. Allow time to experience Mall of the Andes while you're here. It's one of the reasons people love coming to this buzzing city.
• Head to El Panecillo for a day out in nature. Take a picnic to enjoy or just relax in the fresh air. From Santa Maria, it's roughly 160 miles away.

If you don't have a driver's license issued in Ecuador, then you might need to get an International Driving Permit (IDP) in your home country in order to rent a car. It's also important to note that if an IDP is required, it won't be valid on its own. You'll have to show your driver's license from your home country your passport and other forms of ID as well. Lastly, it's important that the credit card you used to book the rental vehicle matches the name on your license and passport. A few other things to note to rent a car internationally are:

• Age restrictions: You'll need to be 25 or over in most countries to rent a car. If you're younger, 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 what kinds of cars you can rent.
• Driving limitations: Make sure you read the fine print before you drive away. You typically can't cross country borders, drive on ferries or go off-roading with your rental car.