$26 Car Rental The Castle

There's loads to do in The Castle, but head farther afield and you'll find even more magic. Organize a set of wheels and you can roam around the surrounding area at your own speed. Add these fantastic places to your list:

• You'll find White Temple and countless other amazing attractions in Chiang Rai. From The Castle, it's about 95 miles away.
• Next stop? Lampang, which is around 45 miles away. Kad Kong Ta Street Market is one local hot spot you really shouldn't miss.
• Make tracks to Sukhothai Historical Park to reconnect with nature. Take a picnic to enjoy or just relax in the fresh air. From The Castle, it's about 130 miles away.

If you don't hold a driver's license issued in Thailand, then it's likely you'll need to acquire an International Driving Permit (IDP) in your home country in order to rent a car. Also consider that if an IDP is required, it has no validity on its own. You'll have to show your current license your passport and other forms of identification as well. Lastly, make sure the credit card you used to book the rental vehicle matches the name on your driver's license and passport. Some other things to note for international car rentals are:

• Age restrictions: You need to be 25 or older in many countries to rent a car. If you're younger than that, it might 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: Be sure to read the rules and regulations before sliding behind the wheel. Typically, you can't cross country borders, drive on ferries or on off-road areas with your rental car.