Book Umbria car rentals from $48

Being in control of where and when you travel is one of the greatest advantages of having your own rental car on vacation. Take charge of your journey around Umbria and revel in the freedom of visiting its most exciting destinations at your own pace. Try to tick off as many of this place's most famous destinations as you can:

• Perugia (population of 120,100)
• Terni (population of 97,100)
• Foligno (population of 47,700)
• Citta di Castello (population of 22,500)

Avoid spending a fortune on a rental car by following these top tips:

• Use our handy filter tool to steer you in the direction of the hottest car deals around — and then compare the prices;
• Organize an email Price Drop Alert for your upcoming vacation destination. You never know what awesome deals will drive straight into your inbox;
• Before you pick up your car keys and hop behind the wheel, check out both airport and non-airport pickup and drop-off outlets to ensure you're bagging the best deal in town;
• If you don't mind which day of the week you collect the keys to your car and your schedule is flexible, play around with days and dates to find the best deal;
• No one enjoys getting charged a late fee. Avoid having to pay for another day by making sure your pickup and drop-off times are around the same time;
• Some companies reward you handsomely for paying upfront — watch out for these penny-pinching deals;
• Don't let the deal you've been looking for slip through your fingers. Book as soon as you can and zoom off with your ideal ride.

If all you need is four wheels and an engine, book an economy car. In fact, they're the most popular category of rental vehicle in Umbria. On top of all the standard features, they come with benefits like excellent fuel economy and lower rental fees. Hop behind the wheel of one and make your way around Perugia and Terni effortlessly.Of course, Umbria boasts plenty of alpine meadows, tablelands, and rolling hills. It would be a shame not to hightail it out of the city to savor these glorious vistas. If that sounds like something you want to do, look into an SUV or a full-size vehicle. Even if you're not planning to venture off-road, you'll be thankful for that extra space.