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Hourly chauffeur in Athens: car with driver for tours and day trips

Book a car with driver by the hour in Athens for meetings, multi-stop visits, events and coordinated transfers within a single time window. We define the plan (hours, pick-up points and stops) and send you a fixed-price proposal before you confirm.

Fixed price before booking Hourly chauffeur Athens & surrounding areas

A private driver Athens Greece is the most practical option when your day includes multiple stops: you book in advance, define the itinerary (hours, pick-up points and stops) and receive a fixed price before the service. It’s especially useful if you’re travelling with luggage, planning a tour around Athens or nearby towns, heading to a meeting with a tight schedule, or coordinating several locations without relying on last-minute availability.

What does “by the hour” mean with a private chauffeur?

You reserve a time window and a stop plan. The driver is assigned for the agreed hours, with pick-ups and changes coordinated before the service.

What should I send to get a fixed price?

Date, start time, estimated duration, points (pick-up and end), planned stops, passengers and luggage. With that summary we match the vehicle and the proposal.

Does it work for meetings + transfers on the same day?

Yes: when there are several locations, it’s usually more efficient to coordinate an hourly service than to handle each ride separately.

What if the plan changes during the service?

If stops are added or hours are extended, it is handled as a service adjustment subject to availability and the terms confirmed in the proposal.

Zonetransfers: if you need to leave “right now” without prior coordination, a local taxi rank may fit better. For schedules with different routes and a defined time, advance booking is usually the more reliable option.

Hourly chauffeur service in Athens with private car and driver

Who is a chauffeured car hire in Athens best for?

This isn’t “a single transfer”: it’s a solution for a day with several legs, stops or an itinerary where you don’t want to improvise.

Business and meetings Multiple locations, tight schedules, simple logistics with a single coordination.
Families and luggage Clear pick-ups and the right space if you have suitcases, a stroller or extra items.
Events and assistance Arrivals/departures at a defined time, an agreed pick-up point and coordination buffer.
City centre Plaka Syntagma Monastiraki Kolonaki Glyfada Piraeus (Port) Hotels Offices Events

If you also need an airport leg in addition to “by the hour”, you can combine it with point-to-point transfers within the same proposal.

Quick facts for a private driver Athens Greece: planning an hourly chauffeur service

Operational references to help you plan and choose the right vehicle. The final details are reflected in the quote.

Typical duration Estimate: 2–8 h (depending on your schedule). 2-hour minimum booking time, if applicable.
Stops Best listed in order. Changes on the go: subject to availability and the confirmed terms.
Pick-up Hotel, apartment, office, port or an agreed meeting point. Key: exact address + reference (door/lobby/exit).
Luggage It determines the vehicle (not just the passenger count). Mention large suitcases, stroller, backpacks or special items.
Driver language Subject to availability. Mention it if it’s a requirement.
Extra hours Adjustment method (by blocks / per hour) as per the service terms.
To give you a fixed price
Send us: date, start time, duration, points and stops, passengers and luggage. If there’s an event, include the departure/end time.
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Estimated hourly chauffeur price in Athens and how it is calculated

The final price depends on duration, stops, time slot, vehicle category and availability. The proposal is confirmed before booking.

How it is calculated (no surprises)

Hours and time slot

Define start and end (or estimated duration). If you have a fixed-time appointment, mention it: it helps adjust margins.

Points and stops

List the main stops (even if later adjusted). In cities with variable traffic, planning stops avoids wasted time.

Passengers + luggage

This determines the category: sedan, executive or minivan. Bulky luggage often requires a higher category even for few passengers.

Quote confirmation

You receive a summary with service terms and the fixed price to confirm the booking.

“Prices from” table (indicative)

Category Typical use “From” price Notes
Sedan Meetings, 1–3 pax, standard luggage from 60 € Depends on hours, route and time slot.
Executive Corporate, more comfort, premium image  from 75 € Subject to availability and service conditions.
Minivan (7–8) Families/groups, more luggage from 85 € Especially useful with suitcases or multiple stops.
Minibus / Bus Events and groups from 105 € Requires prior coordination (schedules and meeting point).


Estimated durations (to plan your schedule)

Estimates: in Athens, actual time may vary due to traffic, access to central areas and peak hours. If arriving at a specific time is important, include a buffer. If you need a fixed duration, mention it and it will be calculated in the proposal.

Do you want a fixed price for your schedule?
Send your plan in 5 lines: start, end (or hours), stops, passengers and luggage.
Request fixed price

Vehicles and capacity for car hire with driver in Athens

The proposal recommends a category based on your plan. If you have large suitcases, a stroller or several items, it’s advisable to upgrade the category for greater comfort.

Sedan (1–3) Urban schedules, punctual pick-ups, standard luggage.
Executive (3–4) Extra comfort for corporate services and meetings.
Minivan (7–8) Families and groups with more luggage or frequent stops.
Minibus (9–16) Teams and events: single coordination for the whole group.
Bus (30–55) Large groups with prior logistics (schedules + meeting point).
Special requirements Child seat / special items: subject to availability and prior request.
Minivan with driver for hourly service in Athens with luggage and multiple stops
To choose the right vehicle
Tell us passengers + luggage (large suitcases, stroller, etc.) and the type of day (meetings, family, event).
Send details

Taxi/VTC or hourly chauffeur in Athens? The practical difference

The key is not “which is better”, but what you need today: leave immediately, or have your day coordinated with stops and time windows.

Hourly chauffeur (pre-booked)

  • Defined plan: hours, stops, points and prior coordination.
  • Proposal with fixed price before confirmation.
  • Useful when there are multiple stops or an event with arrivals/departures.
  • More control over pick-ups: exact address, reference, and plan adjustments according to conditions.

Taxi / VTC (on-demand)

  • Suitable for an immediate ride without prior planning.
  • Availability and price may vary depending on time and demand.
  • With multiple stops, it can be less efficient (managed leg by leg).
  • If you have luggage or are a larger group, you may need to “search” for the right category.
If your day has 3+ stops
An hourly service usually simplifies things: one coordination, one proposal, and a clear plan.
Request a proposal

How to book a chauffeur service in Athens (step by step)

The clearer the plan, the more accurate the proposal. If anything changes, it’s handled as a service adjustment.

Send your plan

Date, start time, estimated duration, points and stops, passengers and luggage. If it’s for business, add billing details for the invoice.

You receive a clear proposal

Recommended vehicle category, terms, and a fixed price for the agreed time window.

Confirmation

You confirm the booking and the service is secured for your schedule.

During the service

If there are changes (extra stops or an extension), it will be reviewed subject to availability and the confirmed terms. If time is shortened, what’s stated in the proposal applies.

Cancellations and changes

Policy and deadlines: view terms of sale.

If you expect changes, let us know as early as possible. For hourly services, the key is adjusting the plan without compromising the availability of the assigned vehicle.

Shall we lock it in today?
One message with your schedule is enough for us to send a proposal and the terms.
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A few real scenarios where a private driver in Athens adds value

Business: a morning of meetings Hotel → office → lunch → another meeting. One coordination instead of arranging each leg based on availability.
Family: transfers with luggage Clear pick-ups, a vehicle sized for suitcases, and short stops (for example: check-in / picking up keys / lunch).
Event: arrival and departure Arrive at a fixed time and coordinate the pick-up afterwards. Ideal when you don’t want to “look for a car” at the end.
Minibus with chauffeur for hourly service in Athens
If your day isn’t “just one ride”
Tell us how many stops you have and your time window; we’ll confirm the category and the fixed price.
Request a proposal

Athens with a private chauffeur: how to organise stops, timings and pick-ups

If you’re getting around Athens with an hourly chauffeur, what impacts the service most is this: a realistic time window, stops in order, and an unambiguous pick-up point. With those three elements, the service runs much better.

Group stops by area

If you have multiple errands, group them to reduce time “between points” and improve punctuality for appointments.

Set a clear starting point

Hotel/lobby/door. In areas with limited access, a specific reference avoids calls and waiting.

Plan for luggage and items

If you’ll have shopping bags, suitcases or a stroller, mention it from the start: it changes the recommended vehicle category.

Build in a buffer for the unexpected

Traffic, access restrictions, queues. A small buffer can prevent one stop from “breaking” the whole schedule.

City centre Hotel areas Offices Port Events Restaurants

Athens map (reference for coordinating pick-ups)

Use it to mark exact points (door/lobby/exit) and organise your stops. If you need a specific meeting point, we’ll note it in the confirmation.

Need an exact pick-up point?
Send the address + a reference (door, lobby, exit or place name) and we’ll write it into the confirmation.
Send details

Related services

Quick links to combine services or view alternatives.

If you also need the airport, you can see all transfers from Athens Airport. You can also view our general chauffeur service.

FAQ: hourly chauffeur car hire in Athens

Straight answers: booking, stops, changes, luggage, invoicing and how to avoid misunderstandings.

Can I hire a car with driver by the hour in Athens?

Yes. Share the date, start time, estimated duration, stops, passengers and luggage. With that, we propose the vehicle category and send a fixed-price proposal before you confirm.

What minimum details should I send for an accurate fixed price?

Checklist: (1) start and end time (or number of hours), (2) exact pick-up point, (3) planned stops, (4) final drop-off point, (5) passengers and luggage. If it’s for business, mention if you need an invoice.

If the plan changes during the service, what happens?

If X happens → then Y: if you add stops or extend the hours, it’s handled as a service adjustment subject to availability and the terms confirmed in the proposal. If you shorten the service or change the end point, the agreed conditions apply.

Does an hourly chauffeur service include unlimited stops?

It’s best not to assume that. The usual approach is to plan stops within the booked time window. If you expect many stops, tell us so the proposal reflects it clearly.

How do I define the exact pick-up point?

The most useful format is: full address + place name + a clear reference (door/lobby/exit). In central areas, this reduces calls and waiting.

What if I’m late to the meeting point?

If X happens → then Y: if the start is delayed, message as soon as you can. Handling (waiting, rescheduling or adjustment) depends on availability and the confirmed terms.

How do I choose the right vehicle if we’re a small group but have lots of luggage?

In that case, luggage is the deciding factor. Tell us how many large suitcases you have, whether there’s a stroller, and any special items. Often a minivan is worth it for comfort and to avoid “tight boot space”.

Can I request a child seat?

Yes, but it must be requested in advance. Availability and conditions are confirmed in the proposal: all types of child seats for all ages.

Is the price per hour or per service?

Typically, it’s quoted as a time window (hourly service) with a planned set of stops. The proposal states what’s included and how extra hours are handled.

Can I combine an hourly chauffeur with an airport transfer?

Yes. If you want that, mention it in your message: a point-to-point airport leg can be combined with an hourly time window, all reflected in the same proposal.

How do payment and invoicing work?

Payment method and invoicing depend on the booking terms. If you need an invoice, say so when requesting a quote so it’s noted in the proposal.

Is there an hourly service for groups (minibus or coach)?

Yes, for events or teams. It requires prior coordination of schedule and meeting point, and is confirmed subject to availability. The earlier you request it, the better.

What’s the difference between a “private transfer” and an “hourly chauffeur”?

Private transfer is typically point-to-point (origin → destination). An hourly chauffeur is booked for a time window with stops and a schedule. If you need both, they can be combined in one proposal.

Taxi/VTC vs a pre-booked chauffeur: what’s the difference?

Taxi/VTC is on-demand (ideal if you need to leave right now). A pre-booked service is coordinated in advance: hours, stops and exact meeting point, which reduces uncertainty when you have a schedule or luggage.

Ready to lock it in for Athens?
Send your plan and we’ll reply with a clear proposal before you confirm.
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Such an amazing transfer, excelent driver, good car. She was waiting for me in the airport when the flight arrived, in fact, she also texted me to inform that she was the driver and the exact location where she was waiting for me. Luxury service at economic price!
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