FAQ

Yes, absolutely. We offer private transportation services tailored to your itinerary and travel style in partnership with trusted, professional drivers known for their reliability, discretion, and local expertise. Private transportation can be arranged for airport transfers, city tours, day excursions, multi-day journeys, and intercity travel throughout Switzerland. Depending on your needs, we provide a range of vehicles, from luxury sedans and spacious vans to coaches for larger groups. All transportation is coordinated carefully to ensure comfort, safety, and smooth logistics, whether paired with a private guide or arranged as a standalone service. If you are considering private transfers or transportation as part of your journey, we would be pleased to prepare a tailored quote and answer any questions.

Dedicated Driver + Guide • Separate professional guide • Licensed professional driver • Highest level of storytelling and local insight • Guide fully focused on guests • Flexible pick-up and drop-off points • Excellent real-time itinerary flexibility • Walking segments possible while vehicle repositions • Easy access to historic centers and scenic routes • Best suited for multi-stop, full-day, and multi-day itineraries • Most relaxed and seamless travel experience • Premium option Driver-Guide • One professional combining driving and guiding • Licensed professional driver • Moderate level of storytelling and local insight • Guide attention split between driving and guests • Limited pick-up and drop-off flexibility • Moderate itinerary flexibility • Suitable for shorter or simpler itineraries • Mid-range option Driver Only • Professional licensed driver without guiding services • No guided visits or storytelling • Transportation only, point-to-point or waiting service • Flexible pick-up and drop-off locations • No itinerary interpretation or cultural context • Best for transfers or itineraries with independent sightseeing • Lowest-cost option

Not always, but it can be a game-changer! 😉 For longer days or multi-stop itineraries, a dedicated driver means you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride while your guide focuses on storytelling and your interests. It’s perfect for flexible routes, smoother transitions, and less walking fatigue. And the alpine passes offer magnificent views! A dedicated driver also allows for greater itinerary flexibility: guests can be dropped off at one location and picked up elsewhere, routes can be adapted in real time, and walking segments can be extended or shortened without logistical constraints. This setup enables smoother transitions between stops, and a more natural flow to the day. For guests seeking a relaxed, immersive, and well-paced experience, a dedicated driver is often the most comfortable and efficient option.

Under Swiss and European labor regulations, waiting time counts as working time unless the driver is formally off duty and free to leave. Long lunches, scenic stops, or extended spare time still require the driver to remain available, which is why these elements are carefully considered when planning timing and pricing.

In Switzerland, professional drivers must take a mandatory break of at least 45 minutes after approximately 4.5 hours of driving, and all waiting time counts as working time. Drivers are also subject to strict daily working-time limits, which is why breaks and pacing are carefully built into our itineraries to ensure safety, comfort, and a relaxed travel experience.

Professional drivers in Switzerland are subject to strict daily working-hour limits that include driving, waiting time, and on-duty availability. Once those limits are reached, the driver is legally required to stop, regardless of personal willingness. For this reason, extensions are not always possible on the same day and must be planned.

Drivers do not accompany guests during visits or meals unless specifically arranged; their role is to remain with the vehicle and be ready at the agreed time. If traffic, weather, or unforeseen conditions cause delays, safety and legal compliance always take priority. Your guide and driver will adapt the itinerary as needed to keep the day smooth, realistic, and comfortable.

Yes. When traveling with a private vehicle and professional driver, personal belongings may be left in the vehicle during guided visits. Drivers remain with or near the vehicle, and all transportation partners we work with follow strict professional standards. That said, we recommend keeping valuables such as passports, wallets, and important documents with you at all times, as an added precaution.