A private transfer is a vehicle used only by your party, with no other guests picked up on the way. It goes straight to your accommodation and can wait for you if your flight is late. A shared transfer, by contrast, carries other guests and may stop at more than one place.
A useful companion read is is a private airport transfer worth it.
Why does private transfer matter for us?
After a wedding, a long flight and a tired few days, a private ride can feel like the first rest of the trip. It also suits wedding gifts, extra luggage and a stop for prayer or food on a long road. The price difference is worth weighing against the time and comfort you gain.
How does private transfer show up in a quote?
A quote might say “Private car transfer, return, for 2 adults, up to 4 bags”. The vehicle size and the bag limit matter. Ask whether the driver tracks your flight, how long they wait, and whether a late-night surcharge applies.
What should we ask about private transfer?
Put these questions to the resort or agent, and ask for the answers in writing:
- Is the vehicle used only by us, from airport to door?
- How many bags can it carry, and is a larger car available?
- Does the driver track our flight, and how long will they wait?
- Is there a night or waiting-time charge, and what is the total for two?
Where to go next
Two more pages help you check the rest: private or shared speedboat transfer and what happens if a flight is late. Send us the quote and we will go through it with you.