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Private Car Days Worldwide: the 15 Best Rides

23 rail days  ·  from $27 a seat

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 private car days worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before the seat is booked.

Evening Experiences, Private Drivers, Safari, Singapore Train Tours, Tickets, Tour Reviews, Train Tours, Tram & Streetcar Tours

Singapore: Night Safari Ticket, Tram Ride, & Return Transfer

1.Night Safari Ticket, Tram Ride, & Return Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 611 reviews · from $96Our pick

See Singapore’s nocturnal animals by tram and on foot, with hotel pickup, entry, an English-speaking guide, and return transport. Guides such as Paul, Baz, Robin, and Richard have helped guests manage queues and trails, though busy nights can limit walking time.

“Great guide tour, thank you for all the info. Nice experience with my family”

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Mallorca: Island Tour with Boat, Train, and Hotel Transfer - The vintage train from Palma to Sóller
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Mallorca: Island Tour with Boat, Train, and Hotel Transfer

2.Island Tour with Boat, Train, and Hotel Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 437 reviews · from $120

Spend about nine hours crossing Mallorca by air-conditioned bus, vintage train, wooden tram, and boat. Visit Sóller, Port de Sóller, La Calobra, and Torrent de Pareis with a multilingual guide. Ariane is one guide praised for clear explanations in several languages. Bring swimwear and a towel.

“A fantastic trip, we thoroughly enjoyed our day. Cannot fault. Thank you.”

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Beijing to Xi'an See Terracotta Warriors with Bullet Train Round Trip Transfer - Meeting your Xi’an guide at Bei Railway Station
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Beijing to Xi’an See Terracotta Warriors with Bullet Train Round Trip Transfer

3.Beijing to Xi’an See Terracotta Warriors with Bullet Train Round Trip Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 238 reviews · from $564Top rated

Travel from Beijing to Xi’an on the G91 bullet train, meet a private guide such as Serena, Alice, or Cathy, and spend the afternoon at the Terracotta Warriors. Your $564.42 package includes train tickets, hotel transfers, local transport, museum entry, water, and Biang Biang noodles.

“Tour was extremely informative and the museum of the Terracotta Warriors was phenomenal. All the transportation was early, roomy and clean cars with many amenities. The breakfast bag for the train ride to Xi’an was totally unexpected and superb. We really enjoyed our tour guides local knowledge that helped maximize our time with the large crowds during the national holiday. The lunch at the local restaurant was outstanding.”

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Dublin Cruise Ship Shore Excursion|Hop-on Hop-off & Rail Transfer - Stops 1 through 8: the city center and Merrion Square
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Dublin Cruise Ship Shore Excursion|Hop-on Hop-off & Rail Transfer

4.Dublin Cruise Ship Shore Excursion|Hop-on Hop-off & Rail Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 90 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $46

From Dun Laoghaire cruise port, staff guide you to the DART for central Dublin, where a 24-hour DoDublin bus ticket covers 25 stops, live commentary, a city map, walking tour, and Little Museum visit. Drivers such as Gary, Gareth, Mary, and Mark are praised for humor and helpful tips.

“It was a great experience. Would use again if we travel in that area again and highly recommend if you want something that is easy and convenient to get around.”

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Shared Departure Transfer: Venice Hotels to Venice Train or Bus Station - Timing can save you, or cause trouble
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Shared Departure Transfer: Venice Hotels to Venice Train or Bus Station

5.Shared Departure Transfer: Venice Hotels to Venice Train or Bus Station

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 73 reviews · 10 minutes (approx.) · from $46

You travel by shared, air-conditioned water taxi from a central Venice or Lido meeting point to Santa Lucia train station or Piazzale Roma. A professional driver helps with luggage, but you must confirm the exact dock and time the day before. The ride usually takes about 10 to 15 minutes.

“Travel from the hotel to the train station via water taxi was pretty painless. Although they didn’t pick us up where we asked, and they said they would, they did let us know with plenty of time, where they would and it wasn’t that far. They were very close to being on time as well. The rest of the trip to the train station (from San Marco) was a quick 10-15 min pleasant ride. Unlike our trip from the airport to Venice, this ride was very very good.”

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Private Arrival Transfer: Venice Train or Bus Stations to Venice Hotels - What the boat ride feels like
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Private Arrival Transfer: Venice Train or Bus Stations to Venice Hotels

6.Private Arrival Transfer: Venice Train or Bus Stations to Venice Hotels

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 68 reviews · 10 minutes (approx.)

Arrive in Venice and meet a Bucintoro Viaggi representative at Santa Lucia Station or Piazzale Roma. You’ll be escorted to an air-conditioned private water taxi for direct drop-off at a central Venice or Lido hotel. Service runs 24/7, but clear arrival details and reconfirmation are essential.

“Excellent service! Our train was delayed but there were no issues. There was a person waiting at the train station with my name on a card. She took us to the dock where our private taxi was waiting. The boat was clean and well maintained. The driver was super helpful with the bags. A most satisfactory way to arrive in Venice!”

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Arrival Transfer by High-Speed Maglev Train: Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Hotel - From Arrivals Hall to the Maglev Platform
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Arrival Transfer by High-Speed Maglev Train: Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Hotel

7.Arrival Transfer by High-Speed Maglev Train: Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Hotel

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 58 reviews · from $78

Meet an English-speaking representative at Pudong Airport, take the 32-kilometer Maglev ride to downtown Shanghai, then continue by private vehicle to your hotel. Guides such as Tom, Michael, Jennifer, and other named greeters have helped with delayed flights, luggage, directions, and first-day nerves.

“We regrettably cannot remember our guide’s name as it has been a few days since this transfer from Shanghai Airport, on Maglev train & then transfer to our hotel. In short, this is the ONLY transfer to do if you are new to mainland China. Our Read more”

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Private Departure Transfer: Venice Hotels to Venice Train or Bus Station - What happens at your hotel
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Private Departure Transfer: Venice Hotels to Venice Train or Bus Station

8.Private Departure Transfer: Venice Hotels to Venice Train or Bus Station

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 49 reviews · 10 minutes (approx.)

Arrange a private water taxi from central Venice or the Lido to Santa Lucia Station or Piazzale Roma. A driver and, in many cases, a helpful escort such as Claudia or Alice, can assist with luggage and guide you to the right platform. Allow extra time for dock access and reconfirmation.

“The only way to arrive or depart from Venice. Cruising the canals as we headed to the Venice Railway Station was exceptional as we again experienced the magic of the canals that are Venice. Worth every cent”

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Round-trip Transfer by High-Speed Maglev Train: Shanghai Pudong International Airport - From Longyang Road to your Shanghai hotel
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Round-trip Transfer by High-Speed Maglev Train: Shanghai Pudong International Airport

9.Round-trip Transfer by High-Speed Maglev Train: Shanghai Pudong International Airport

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 36 reviews · from $148

Meet an English-speaking guide at Pudong Airport, ride the Maglev to Longyang Road in about eight minutes, then continue by private car to your hotel. The return trip follows the same route. Guides such as Tom, Michael, and Tracy have been praised for clear help and local advice.

“We were met at the Airport upon arrival and taken to the MagLev train.It was quite exciting when you conside you are travelling at 430Kms per hour. Only for a short time but it was a great way to head towards Shanghai. The Maglev station is on the outskirts of Pudong and you take a van or car to your hotel. Our Van did not arrive for over 45 minutes (a miscommunication aparently) so the value of the train ride, was long gone by the time we made it to our hotel. Our guide was very nice and enbarrased by the delay. The return trip was via a nice car…”

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Naples Private Transfer - Sorrento, Amalfi Coast, Airport, Train - Train station pickup at platform 24
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Naples Private Transfer – Sorrento, Amalfi Coast, Airport, Train

10.Naples Private Transfer – Sorrento, Amalfi Coast, Airport, Train

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Book a one-way private ride between Naples Airport, train station, port, Naples hotels, Sorrento, or Amalfi Coast towns. Your driver meets you with a name sign, handles traffic and parking, and may use a luxury car or minibus. WhatsApp contact is strongly recommended.

“The driver was on time at 4:15am and got me to airport quickly and efficiently. He waited for me to get a trolley and helped me load my luggage upon arrival at the airport.”

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Singapore: Night Safari with Tram Ride and Private Transfer - The hotel pickup and the trip to Mandai
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Singapore: Night Safari with Tram Ride and Private Transfer

11.Night Safari with Tram Ride and Private Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 19 reviews · 3h 30m · from $165

You’ll visit Singapore’s Night Safari for 3.5 hours, ride the guided tram through six animal zones, follow walking trails, and attend the free Creatures of the Night presentation. Private hotel pickup and return transfer are included, but confirm ticket delivery and pickup times before setting out.

“El conductor ens va recollir a les 18h tal com indicava la reserva de l’activitat i ens va indicar que ens recolliria a les 21,30h per tornar-nos a l’hotel. Però un cop a la porta del recinte ens vam adonar que ens havien donat les entrades per les 21,45h i no ens deixaven entrar abans. Vam haver de trucar (a cost de roaming internacional) per trobar una solució. Vam haver de sopar allà i finalment el taxista ens va recollir a les 23,45h. El recinte i el tram és interessant si viatges amb nens petits i vols fer una activitat entretinguda i sense gaire calor.”

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Departure Transfer by High-Speed Maglev Train: Hotel to Shanghai Pudong International Airport - The Eight-Minute Run to Pudong
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Departure Transfer by High-Speed Maglev Train: Hotel to Shanghai Pudong International Airport

12.Departure Transfer by High-Speed Maglev Train: Hotel to Shanghai Pudong International Airport

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 19 reviews · from $78

Your English-speaking escort meets you at a downtown Shanghai hotel, drives you to the Maglev station, handles the train transfer, and stays with you toward airline check-in. The 32-kilometer ride takes about 8 minutes. Tom and Michel are among the guides praised for calm, helpful service.

“Tom was simply amazing and we cant recommend this tour highly enough. We are so grateful to Tom for his assistance and taking care of all our details for the tour.”

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Bangkok: Railway & Damnoen Saduak Floating Market with Transfer - Maeklong Railway Market and the passing train
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Bangkok: Railway & Damnoen Saduak Floating Market with Transfer

13.Railway & Damnoen Saduak Floating Market with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · from $47

Start with a 7:00 am Bangkok pickup, then visit Maeklong Railway Market, Damnoen Saduak by boat, and the 100-year-old Lao Tuk Luck market. Guides such as Alex, Apple, Ken, Travis, and Mr. TK help you avoid crowds. A sugar palm farm visit and hotel transport are included.

“This was a fantastic trip abd we thoroughly enjoyed it all. Alex was a great guide, extremely helpful and very friendly. I would really recommend this trip withAlex”

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Pietrarsa Railway Museum Guided Tour & Transfer - Entering the former locomotive workshop
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Pietrarsa Railway Museum Guided Tour & Transfer

14.Pietrarsa Railway Museum Guided Tour & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 11 reviews · 1 day · from $27Best value

Meet your guide at Pietrarsa Railway Museum, skip the entry queue, and explore original Italian trains in a former locomotive workshop. English and Italian tours include train tickets from Naples, Pompeii, or Rome, depending on your chosen option. Guide Angela has led some departures.

“Incroyable, perle rare ! Passer par l’application est incroyablement recommandée”

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Private One Way Transfer frm Railways Station to Hot in Paris 1-3 - What the 30 to 45 minute ride feels like
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Private One Way Transfer frm Railways Station to Hot in Paris 1-3

15.Private One Way Transfer frm Railways Station to Hot in Paris 1-3

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 30 to 45 minutes (approx.)

Meet your driver at the beginning of your train platform in Paris, then ride directly to a central Paris hotel in a private car. The service covers up to three passengers and three bags, usually takes 30 to 45 minutes, and includes bottled water. Henry is one named driver praised for clear communication and helpful service.

“Our driver was wonderful! He was waiting for us with a sign with our name right on the train platform as we exited. He even communicated with us beforehand via text to let us know that he was waiting for us. He was kind and polite, very helpful, I would recommend this service to any traveler. Gare d’Nord can be overwhelming as there are so many people coming and going. The queue for taxis were so long and we were able to jump into our car straight away. Wonderful experience especially after traveling with luggage. We were tired!”

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