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Where to drive from Crimea on a rental car — 2026 route guide

Quick summary: 4 curated day-trip routes from Crimea (Republic of Crimea) — all paved, doable in a day. Base rate at Crimea Rent-a-Car includes full insurance (CASCO+OSAGO) and unlimited mileage within Republic of Crimea as an option. Free pickup at Simferopol (SIP) airport for rentals of 3+ days. Live fleet and prices at /en/avtopark and /en/prices (hourly refresh).
🌍 For foreign tourists in Russia: You need three documents to rent — your home country driver's license, an International Driving Permit (IDP, 1968 Vienna Convention — Russia accepts this), and your passport with a valid Russian visa or migration card. Major international payment methods accepted. English-speaking support available.

Routes

Route 1

Simferopol Airport (SIP) → Simferopol centre

Distance: 20 km · Time: 30 min

via paved highway

Route 2

Bakhchisaray

Distance: 30 km · Time: 40 min

via paved highway

Route 3

Yalta (south coast)

Distance: 80 km · Time: 1.5 h

Tavrida highway, asphalt

Route 4

Sevastopol

Distance: 80 km · Time: 1.5 h

via paved highway

Before you go

🚗 Pre-trip: confirm with the Crimea Rent-a-Car manager whether your route stays within Republic of Crimea (cross-region trips need approval), winter tire availability (seasonal), and unlimited mileage option. Phone +7 (365) 277-71-48 (24/7) or /en/usloviya-arendy.
📞 On the road: our support is available 24/7. For any unusual situation (breakdown, accident, getting lost) call +7 (365) 277-71-48 — replacement vehicle within 1-2 hours inside Republic of Crimea.

Documents & terms

Required documents: passport with valid Russian visa or migration card + International Driving Permit (IDP, 1968 Vienna Convention) + your home country driver's license. Drivers 23+ years old, license held for 3+ years. CASCO+OSAGO insurance included in base rate. «No deposit» tier available — no funds frozen on your bank card. Full terms at /en/usloviya-arendy.

🚙 Ready to drive? Book online at crimearentacar.su/en — 24/7 booking, free pickup at Simferopol airport for rentals of 3+ days.