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Two departure points: Milan at the foot of the Alps and Rome at the heart of the peninsula
In Italy, Avis Explore offers two departure cities: Milan, where the branch still goes by the name Avis Car Away, and Rome. Neither branch has an address published on our site; the exact pick-up location, depot or meeting point, is therefore given to you when you book. CoolDrive did not record any Italian offers from the rental company in October 2026 either: models, price, excess and mileage can be found in the search, for your dates.
The choice of city shapes the itinerary. From Milan, Lakes Como, Maggiore and Garda are less than two hours away, Piedmont and the Dolomites half a day. From Rome, Tuscany, Umbria, Abruzzo and the Amalfi Coast make up a two- or three-week road trip. The A1 motorway links the two cities, so a north–south crossing is conceivable if a one-way hire is accepted for your dates.
Our view: two well-placed departure points for combining the Alps, the lakes and art cities. The network remains limited, however, if you are heading for the South, Sicily or Sardinia, and the lack of recorded prices rules out any price comparison for now.
The key facts to decide whether Avis Explore suits your trip.
Historic centres, from Rome to Florence, Siena or Bergamo, are limited traffic zones monitored by cameras. Entering one without authorisation means a fine, which sometimes arrives months later via the rental company. Park the motorhome on the outskirts and finish by bus, metro or on foot.
Almost all Italian motorways are tolled: you take a ticket on the way in and pay on the way out. Avoid the yellow lanes reserved for electronic tolling and aim for those that accept bank cards or cash.
Many towns and villages set up aree di sosta for motorhomes, with waste disposal and sometimes electricity, at a modest price. On the shores of the Lombardy lakes and on the coast in August, they fill up quickly: arrive early in the afternoon or book a campsite.
In Milan or Rome, the rental company’s only two Italian cities in our results. As no address is published, the exact handover point appears in your booking confirmation; our experts then help you plan how to get there.
Milan suits trips focused on the mountains and the lakes, or towards Switzerland and the French Riviera. Rome is better suited to the Tuscan hills, Umbrian villages and the drive south to Naples. If you are flying in, simply choose the city closest to your first stop.
We cannot give a figure: no Italian offers from the rental company were recorded in October 2026. Run a search from Milan or Rome with your dates; the price shown includes mandatory fees and varies greatly between summer and the shoulder season.
Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.
Good and quick communication, easy to book and easy to follow all the instructions.
Cooldrive was very attentive and very responsive in all situations. We received valuable assistance in the steps to be taken. I highly recommend it.
The person answered my questions before I confirmed the booking. The van matched my order well with extras. During my trip, I had a little issue that had nothing to do with Cooldrive. I appreciated that the person took the time to call me back. No bad surprises, only good ones. Highly recommended.
Ferry crossings depend on the rental company’s conditions, which may exclude them or make them subject to consent. Read them in the offer before buying a ticket, and ask our experts if the wording is unclear.
Up to 3.5 tonnes gross weight, a category B licence is valid: this is the case for the vast majority of rental motorhomes. Holders of a European licence have nothing to do; outside the European Union, bring an international driving permit as well. The minimum age and years of driving experience required are given in the conditions of each offer.
The Swiss border is less than an hour from Milan. First check that the offer permits these countries, then remember the Swiss motorway vignette, compulsory on Swiss motorways for vehicles under 3.5 tonnes.
Avis Explore departs from Milan and Rome, two cities that open up, respectively, the lakes and the Alps, and Tuscany and the centre of the country. On CoolDrive Nomad, its offers appear alongside those of the rental companies based in Italy, such as Blurent, Motorhomes Italy or McRent, with a price that includes mandatory fees. An introduction to the brand, its ranges and its French network can be found on the main Avis Explore page.
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