Can I book a car in Napier instead of waiting for a taxi?

Yes, and that's what most of our Napier work is. Your car is booked for your group alone at a price agreed before you travel, with no meter or rank queue, and your driver is assigned to your trip, so you know who is picking you up before the day.

Do you meet flights at Napier Airport?

We do. We watch the flight, move the pickup to the actual landing time and meet you in the terminal, with waiting time included. If the flight is delayed or diverted, the booking moves with it at no extra cost.

Can you drive us for a full day out of Napier?

Yes. A private day trip is the same car and driver for the whole day, so you can take your time, change the plan as you go and ask your driver what's worth seeing — they know the region and will suggest stops that suit what you're interested in.

How far ahead should I book?

Same-day is often fine, but early mornings, flights, weddings and weekends fill first. If the timing matters, book as soon as you know it and we'll hold a driver for it.

What if we have a big group or a lot of luggage?

Tell us the number of passengers and bags when you book and we'll allocate the right vehicle — or more than one — including skis, bikes, golf clubs and oversized cases.

Are your drivers licensed?

Every driver holds a current NZTA passenger endorsement and drives a certified, insured vehicle. We're a licensed private hire operator, TSL 0312312.

Is a private transfer better than a taxi or Uber for long-distance trips in New Zealand?

For intercity and long-haul trips a pre-booked private transfer is usually the calmer option. The price is fixed before you travel, the driver is allocated and briefed in advance, and the vehicle is sized for your group and luggage. Taxis charge by the meter, which climbs with distance and waiting time, and ride-share drivers often decline or cancel very long bookings.

How is Highway 1 Tours & Transfers different from a shared airport shuttle?

A shared shuttle carries several passengers and stops at multiple addresses. Highway 1 Tours & Transfers is a private transfer: the vehicle is yours alone, it goes direct to your address, and the pickup time is the one you chose. For a solo traveller a shuttle can be cheaper; for families and groups a private transfer is usually better value and more convenient.

Why do you prefer bookings to be made in advance?

Because we do long-distance and intercity work, advance booking lets us allocate the right driver for the route, make sure they are properly rested, and prepare the vehicle for your luggage or any special requests. It also means your price is locked and your driver is confirmed, rather than hoping a car is available at the last minute.

Can I just use public transport instead of a private transfer?

Public transport is the cheapest option where it exists, especially between main centres. It works well if you are travelling light, your timing matches the timetable and you don't mind the first and last mile from the station or stop. For door-to-door service, luggage, children, groups or routes with limited public transport, a private transfer is more practical.

Are your drivers better prepared than an Uber or Bolt driver for long rides?

Our drivers are selected and briefed specifically for intercity and long-distance private transfers. Because the trip is booked in advance, the driver knows the route, the distance and any special requirements before they leave. Ride-share drivers are independent contractors who accept trips on the day; they may not have experience or appetite for a three- or four-hour drive.

When is a taxi or ride-share the better choice?

For a quick trip across town with one or two people and little luggage, a taxi or ride-share is usually faster and cheaper. A private transfer comes into its own for airport runs, families, groups, early or late pickups, intercity travel and any trip where you want the price, vehicle and driver confirmed in advance.

What other services does Highway 1 Tours & Transfers offer?

Alongside point-to-point private transfers we do airport and cruise port pickups, private day tours and sightseeing drives, by-the-hour driver hire, multi-day touring with the same driver, corporate and executive travel with invoicing, group and fleet bookings for larger parties, and rental car alternatives for visitors who'd rather not drive themselves.

Do you run private day tours and sightseeing trips?

Yes. The same professional driver can take you out for the day rather than straight to a destination, with the route shaped around what you'd like to see. Tell us the day you have in mind and we'll tailor it.

Do you cover airports and cruise ports?

Yes. We meet flights and ships nationwide, track arrival times, and drive from any New Zealand airport or cruise port to any address in the country.

Can businesses set up an account?

Yes. Corporate and executive travel, conference and event movements, and regular staff or client runs are all available, with consolidated invoicing on request.

Do you handle large groups?

Yes. Group and fleet bookings run multiple vehicles under one booking with a single point of contact, so weddings, teams, tour parties and conference groups all travel together.

Napier, Hawke's Bay

Hourly driver rates in Napier

Rates have a 3-hour minimum, include 40 kilometres per hour, and charge extra distance at $2 per kilometre.

Auckland & Christchurch

Standard car$80/hour
Premium car$110/hour
7 seater SUV / small van$120/hour
12 seater large van$180/hour

Pickups within about 60 km of Auckland city (including Auckland Airport, Warkworth and Pukekohe) and within about 45 km of Christchurch city.

Rest of New Zealand

Your pickup

Standard car$95/hour
Premium car$130/hour
7 seater SUV / small van$145/hour
12 seater large van$215/hour

Every other pickup — regional North Island and the rest of the South Island.

If no vehicle is based near your pickup point, a driver travel charge is added to cover the drive to you. It is shown as a separate line in your quote before you pay.

Current day-trip rates

The pickup point chooses the rate card

Auckland & Christchurch

Starts within the Auckland or Christchurch service area

Half day: 4 hours · 100 km; from $299
Full day: 8 hours · 200 km; from $499
Out of town: 10 hours · 400 km; from $799

Everywhere else

Your pickup

Regional North Island and the rest of the South Island

Half day: 4 hours · 100 km; from $399
Full day: 8 hours · 200 km; from $699
Out of town: 10 hours · 400 km; from $999

Prices vary by season and vehicle. If no vehicle is based near the pickup, driver travel is shown as a separate line before payment.

Private driver in Napier — taxi alternative, airport transfers and tours

A private driver in Napier and Hawke's Bay — airport and cruise transfers, winery days and the long drives out of the region.

Get your Napier price Napier Airport transfers Call +64 22 101 1022

Instead of a taxi

A booked car in Napier, price agreed first

Between Napier, Hastings, Havelock North and the wineries the trips are short but constant, and a booked car keeps the price fixed and the same driver with you all day rather than hailing a new one each leg.

Napier Airport pickups and drop-offs

Napier Airport pickups are timed to the landing with waiting time included, and we meet cruise arrivals at the Napier port on the ship's actual berthing time.

See Napier Airport transfers

Private tours and day trips

A full day out of Napier, your own car and driver

Private full days across Hawke's Bay suit wine country, the coast and the inland drives, with your driver planning the route and the timing around what your group wants — and doing the driving so everyone can enjoy the day.

Browse our private day tours

Why people book us in Napier

Art deco city with a working cruise port
One of New Zealand's great wine regions
Sunny coast with inland drives to Taupō and Gisborne

Popular trips from Napier

Distances and drive times below come from measured road routes. Your exact fixed price is confirmed when you book.

Napier to Ocean Beach Hawkes Bay
39 km · about 0.7 hours · Hawke's Bay
Napier to Waimarama Beach
46 km · about 0.8 hours · Hawke's Bay
Napier to Kairakau Beach
68 km · about 1.1 hours · Hawke's Bay
Napier to Waipukurau
68 km · about 1 hours · Hawke's Bay
Napier to Pourerere Beach
90 km · about 1.3 hours · Hawke's Bay
Napier to Blackhead Beach
97 km · about 1.5 hours · Hawke's Bay
Napier to Porangahau
113 km · about 1.5 hours · Hawke's Bay
Napier to Wairoa
118 km · about 1.8 hours · Hawke's Bay
Napier to Dannevirke
123 km · about 1.6 hours · Manawatu
Napier to Taupo DeBretts Hot Springs
139 km · about 1.8 hours · Waikato
Napier to Lake Taupo
142 km · about 1.9 hours · Waikato
Napier to AC Baths Taupo
142 km · about 1.8 hours · Waikato

Private transfer, taxi, ride-share, shuttle or public transport — what's the difference?

If you're weighing up a private transfer against a taxi, a ride-share app, a shared airport shuttle or public transport, here's how the options compare. Highway 1 Tours & Transfers is always a pre-booked private transfer: one vehicle, your group, a fixed price.

Feature	Highway 1 Tours & Transfers private transfer	Taxi or cab	Ride-share appe.g. Uber, Bolt, Didi	Shared shuttle / bus	Public transporttrain, bus, ferry
Price model	Fixed vehicle price agreed before you travel — no meter running.	Metered fare that climbs with distance, traffic and waiting time.	Upfront estimate, but can change with surge, dynamic pricing or reroutes.	Per-seat fare; cheaper solo but adds up for a family or group.	Cheapest per seat, but multiple tickets may be needed for a group.
Surge / peak pricing	The quoted journey price is fixed once you book.	Meter + extras for airport, late night, public holidays or luggage.	Surge pricing at busy times, events or bad weather is common.	Generally a fixed per-seat rate, but limited-space services can sell out.	Fixed public fare set by the transport authority.
What's included	Driver, vehicle, fuel, road user charges, tolls and airport meet are included.	Meter fare; extras may apply for luggage, airport, waiting and card payment.	Tolls, cleaning fees, cancellation fees and waiting after the grace period may be added.	Oversized luggage, extra stops or child seats may cost more.	Luggage not managed; bikes, skis or oversized items may need a separate fare or cannot travel.
Group value	One vehicle price split across the whole group — the more of you, the better the value.	Same car, but the meter keeps running for detours and waiting.	Large groups or lots of luggage often need two cars.	Per seat × group; can exceed a private car price for families.	Per person; manageable for small groups, awkward for larger parties.
Cancellation terms	Clear terms shown before payment, with refund or credit options.	Rank hail has no cancellation; phone bookings vary by operator.	Fees apply after a short grace period; varies by app and driver status.	Usually requires advance notice; last-minute changes may forfeit the fare.	Generally refundable or changeable depending on ticket type.
Advance booking	Designed for advance booking. Your vehicle and driver are held for your chosen time.	Mostly on-demand, by street hail, rank or short-notice phone booking.	On-demand; advance scheduling is available in some apps but not guaranteed.	Book ahead is recommended, especially at peak times.	Timetable-based; just buy a ticket for the service you want.
Booking confirmation	Instant quote, booking reference and driver details before the trip day.	No confirmation until a car turns up; phone bookings may be unconfirmed.	Driver and vehicle are only known when the trip is dispatched.	Confirmation with a pickup window, not an exact minute.	Ticket confirms a seat or boarding pass; no personal driver.
Custom requests at booking	Child seats, wheelchair access, ski gear, multiple stops and pet travel by arrangement.	Tell the driver on the day; availability depends on the car that arrives.	Limited options in the app; special requests are not guaranteed.	Limited; may not allow child seats, extra stops or large gear.	Not available beyond standard accessible boarding options.
Payment timing	Deposit or full pre-payment locks the price and confirms the vehicle.	Pay at the end of the trip based on the final meter reading.	Charged automatically after the trip completes.	Usually pre-paid online or by phone.	Pre-paid ticket, Hop card or on-board cash / contactless.
Driver assignment	Named NZTA-licensed driver allocated in advance and shared with you.	Whichever driver is at the rank or answers the radio.	Nearest available independent driver; identity and car only shown at dispatch.	Company driver, not named individually.	No driver assigned to you personally.
Driver rest & preparation	Long-haul transfers are scheduled in advance so drivers are rested, briefed and prepared for the route.	Driver may have just finished another fare and has no advance briefing on a long trip.	Driver may have just completed a trip; no preparation for long distances.	Scheduled shifts, but route familiarity varies.	Professional transport operators with regulated driving hours.
Suitability for long distances	Drivers are selected and briefed for intercity and long-distance work.	City-trained; some drivers may decline very long fares or be unfamiliar with the route.	Drivers self-select trips; long bookings are often cancelled or declined.	Designed for fixed airport or corridor routes, not custom long haul.	Comfortable coaches or trains on major routes; no door-to-door service.
Licensing & compliance	NZTA Transport Service Licence, P-endorsed drivers and Certificate of Fitness vehicles.	Licensed taxi or passenger service with approved meter and signage.	Driver licence, private passenger licence and app background checks.	Licensed passenger service operator.	Fully regulated public transport operator.
Vetting & accountability	Company-vetted driver; name, contact and vehicle details shared before the day.	Taxi licence and operator details visible; driver identity known on the day.	App shows recent ratings; driver is an independent contractor, not an employee.	Company accountable, but individual driver is not named in advance.	Operator accountable under public transport regulations.
Driver continuity	Same driver can be arranged for return legs and multi-day itineraries.	Different driver almost every trip.	Different driver almost every trip.	Different driver and vehicle on each service.	Different driver and vehicle on each service.
Vehicle choice	Sedan, estate, premium car, people mover or van matched to your group and luggage.	Whatever vehicle is at the rank or dispatched; limited choice.	Category selected, but the actual car, age and condition vary.	Standard van or bus; one size for all passengers.	Public bus, train or ferry; no choice of vehicle.
Luggage space guarantee	Vehicle sized to your declared bags, skis, golf clubs or bikes.	Depends on the boot of the car that arrives.	Standard boot; drivers may refuse oversized or multiple large items.	Limited allowance per seat; oversized items may be refused or charged extra.	Self-managed; luggage racks limited and not guaranteed.
Cleanliness & presentation	Company-maintained fleet kept to a consistent standard.	Variable between operators and individual drivers.	Depends on the driver and the age of their private car.	Company standard, but shared use means higher wear between cleans.	Variable depending on route and time of day.
Privacy	Private cabin for your group only; no other passengers.	Private cabin, but you share the driver.	Private cabin, but you share the driver.	Shared with other passengers you don't know.	Shared with the public.
Comfort on long drives	Spacious vehicle chosen for distance, with planned comfort stops on request.	Not always ideal for drives longer than two hours.	Standard consumer car; comfort depends on vehicle and driver.	Bus or van seat; ok for airport runs, less ideal for long distances.	Least comfortable for long trips; fixed seats and stops.
Route control	Direct, scenic or with stops — the route is shaped around your plan.	Direct unless you ask the driver to vary the route.	App GPS route; deviations may change the fare.	Fixed route with multiple drop-offs before yours.	Fixed route only; no deviations.
Multiple stops / pickups	Easy to arrange within one booking.	Possible, but the meter runs during each stop.	Multi-stop is possible but awkward and time-limited.	Fixed stops only.	Fixed stops only.
Door to door	Exact address to exact address, including rural lodges and private properties.	Door to door in areas taxis serve.	Door to door where the app operates; rural coverage is limited.	Hotel-to-airport or fixed points; not always residential addresses.	Station or stop to station or stop; first and last mile are yours.
Remote or regional coverage	Nationwide, including small towns, farms, lodges and ski fields.	Urban centres and some regional towns; sparse in rural areas.	Mainly the larger cities; unavailable or unreliable in rural NZ.	Airport and city corridors only.	Limited rural network; many tourist destinations have no service.
Cross-island / ferry aware	Plans around Interislander and Bluebridge sailings, including Wellington and Picton connections.	Rare and expensive for cross-island journeys; not practical.	Not viable for cross-island or ferry-inclusive trips.	Very limited cross-island options.	Available but slow, with connections and ferry as separate tickets.
Flight / ferry tracking	Monitored; pickup is adjusted automatically when your flight or sailing is delayed.	Not tracked; you must call the operator if your flight changes.	Not tracked; cancellation fees may apply if you miss the window.	May monitor flights, but the service still runs to a fixed schedule.	Not tracked; you catch the next available service.
Waiting time policy	Included waiting time for delayed flights, ferries and customs.	Meter runs while the driver waits.	Charged waiting after a short grace period.	Fixed schedule; miss it and you rebook on the next service.	Next service; no personal waiting.
On-time guarantee	Pre-allocated driver with a confirmed pickup time.	Dependent on rank or radio availability at the time.	Dependent on nearby drivers; cancellations cause delays.	Dependent on traffic, other pickups and the timetable.	Timetable dependent; delays and cancellations happen.
24/7 availability	Yes — red-eye arrivals, pre-dawn departures and late finishes are normal.	Varies by city; rural taxis are scarce at night.	24/7 in cities, but sparse drivers late at night or in rural areas.	Limited hours; early or late services may not run.	Limited night service outside main cities.
If the driver can't make it	The company reallocates another driver and keeps you informed.	You queue again or call another company.	Re-dispatch; possible delay, surge or no available car.	Next scheduled service.	Next scheduled service.
Ski / golf / bike transport	Vehicle allocated to fit your gear; trailers or large vans available.	May fit in the boot if space allows; not guaranteed.	Often refused; may require XL category which still may not fit.	May charge extra or have limited space for oversized items.	Difficult; bikes and skis often need separate arrangements.
Child / booster seats	Requested in advance and provided for the right age and weight.	May be available; often you bring your own.	Limited availability; most apps require you to bring your own.	Not usually provided.	Not provided; child must use own restraint in private vehicles only.
Mobility access	Wheelchair-accessible vehicles can be arranged with notice.	Some operators have accessible taxis; book ahead.	Limited accessible-vehicle options; varies by city.	Variable; standard vans may not be accessible.	Generally accessible buses and trains in main centres.
Pet travel	Can be arranged with notice; vehicle prepared accordingly.	Driver discretion; some taxis allow pets, others don't.	App rules vary; drivers can refuse animals.	Usually not permitted.	Restricted to registered assistance animals on most services.
Customer support	NZ-based phone and email; one company accountable for the whole trip.	Taxi company or radio operator.	In-app support; driver is a contractor, not an employee.	Operator phone or email during business hours.	Operator or local transport authority.
Issue resolution	One company resolves driver, vehicle and timing issues directly.	Split between company and individual driver.	App-mediated; resolution depends on app policy.	Operator handles it during business hours.	Operator or authority handles complaints.
Receipt / invoice	GST invoice and PDF receipt; corporate billing and consolidated invoicing available.	Receipt on request; some operators issue e-receipts.	Emailed receipt via the app.	Receipt on request.	Ticket or receipt from machine or retailer.
Corporate accounts	Yes — business accounts, event movements and consolidated billing.	Some operators offer account work.	Apps offer business account products.	Available from some operators.	No corporate account billing.
Carbon per person	Efficient when the vehicle is full, but still a private car.	Similar to a private car; often driving empty between fares.	Similar to a private car; includes deadheading to pickup.	Lower per seat because multiple passengers share one vehicle.	Lowest per-seat emissions for major routes.
Infants / elderly travellers	Seats, assistance and door-to-door ease for all ages.	Possible but variable; not all taxis carry child seats.	Variable; parents often bring their own seats.	Harder with prams, wheelchairs and lots of luggage.	Hardest with prams, stairs and connections.
Multiple destinations in one day	Hire the same driver for a private day tour or multi-stop itinerary.	Expensive on a meter for a full day of stops.	Not designed for sightseeing or multi-stop day hire.	Not designed for custom multi-stop days.	Not designed for custom multi-stop days.
Return / multi-leg booking	Return legs, open-dated returns and multi-day trips are supported.	Rebook each leg separately.	Rebook each leg separately.	Separate tickets for each leg.	Separate tickets for each leg.
Best for short urban hop (1–2 people)	Available if you want certainty, but a taxi or ride-share is often fine.	Usually convenient and quick for short city trips.	Usually the fastest option for short city trips.	Only worthwhile if it happens to match your route.	Cheapest for short trips where it runs frequently.
Best for family / group airport run	One fixed vehicle price, no per-seat stacking, luggage matched to your group.	May need two taxis for a large family plus luggage.	Often needs two cars for 4+ people with luggage.	Per-seat cost climbs and may not suit young children's schedules.	Cheap but awkward with children, prams and suitcases.
Best for intercity / long-haul	Designed for it: fixed price, rested driver, vehicle sized for distance.	Expensive on a meter; some drivers decline very long trips.	Long bookings are frequently cancelled or declined by drivers.	Limited to fixed corridors; not custom long-haul.	Cheapest seat, but slow with connections and no door-to-door.
Best for tight schedule / flight	Tracked, allocated driver who waits for you.	Dependent on rank availability at the exact time you need it.	Dependent on nearby drivers and no cancellations.	Fixed timetable may not match your flight.	Timetable may not align with early or late flights.
Best for scenic / touring route	Driver can add stops, local knowledge and photo breaks.	Meter keeps running, so long scenic stops are costly.	Not designed for sightseeing; stops are time-limited.	Fixed route; no scenic detours.	Fixed route and schedule; no touring flexibility.
Best for tight-budget solo traveller	A premium option; not the cheapest seat but includes service and certainty.	Cheaper than a private transfer for one person on a short trip.	Usually the cheapest door-to-door option for one person.	Often the cheapest airport option for a solo traveller.	Cheapest overall, where it exists.

For a short city hop with one or two people, a taxi or ride-share is often fine. For families, groups, early flights, intercity trips and long-distance touring, a pre-booked private transfer is usually calmer, more predictable and better value for the vehicle — and it's the same driver and car for a full-day tour or multi-day itinerary.

Napier questions

Can I book a car in Napier instead of waiting for a taxi?: Yes, and that's what most of our Napier work is. Your car is booked for your group alone at a price agreed before you travel, with no meter or rank queue, and your driver is assigned to your trip, so you know who is picking you up before the day.
Do you meet flights at Napier Airport?: We do. We watch the flight, move the pickup to the actual landing time and meet you in the terminal, with waiting time included. If the flight is delayed or diverted, the booking moves with it at no extra cost.
Can you drive us for a full day out of Napier?: Yes. A private day trip is the same car and driver for the whole day, so you can take your time, change the plan as you go and ask your driver what's worth seeing — they know the region and will suggest stops that suit what you're interested in.
How far ahead should I book?: Same-day is often fine, but early mornings, flights, weddings and weekends fill first. If the timing matters, book as soon as you know it and we'll hold a driver for it.
What if we have a big group or a lot of luggage?: Tell us the number of passengers and bags when you book and we'll allocate the right vehicle — or more than one — including skis, bikes, golf clubs and oversized cases.
Are your drivers licensed?: Every driver holds a current NZTA passenger endorsement and drives a certified, insured vehicle. We're a licensed private hire operator, TSL 0312312.
Is a private transfer better than a taxi or Uber for long-distance trips in New Zealand?: For intercity and long-haul trips a pre-booked private transfer is usually the calmer option. The price is fixed before you travel, the driver is allocated and briefed in advance, and the vehicle is sized for your group and luggage. Taxis charge by the meter, which climbs with distance and waiting time, and ride-share drivers often decline or cancel very long bookings.
How is Highway 1 Tours & Transfers different from a shared airport shuttle?: A shared shuttle carries several passengers and stops at multiple addresses. Highway 1 Tours & Transfers is a private transfer: the vehicle is yours alone, it goes direct to your address, and the pickup time is the one you chose. For a solo traveller a shuttle can be cheaper; for families and groups a private transfer is usually better value and more convenient.
Why do you prefer bookings to be made in advance?: Because we do long-distance and intercity work, advance booking lets us allocate the right driver for the route, make sure they are properly rested, and prepare the vehicle for your luggage or any special requests. It also means your price is locked and your driver is confirmed, rather than hoping a car is available at the last minute.
Can I just use public transport instead of a private transfer?: Public transport is the cheapest option where it exists, especially between main centres. It works well if you are travelling light, your timing matches the timetable and you don't mind the first and last mile from the station or stop. For door-to-door service, luggage, children, groups or routes with limited public transport, a private transfer is more practical.
Are your drivers better prepared than an Uber or Bolt driver for long rides?: Our drivers are selected and briefed specifically for intercity and long-distance private transfers. Because the trip is booked in advance, the driver knows the route, the distance and any special requirements before they leave. Ride-share drivers are independent contractors who accept trips on the day; they may not have experience or appetite for a three- or four-hour drive.
When is a taxi or ride-share the better choice?: For a quick trip across town with one or two people and little luggage, a taxi or ride-share is usually faster and cheaper. A private transfer comes into its own for airport runs, families, groups, early or late pickups, intercity travel and any trip where you want the price, vehicle and driver confirmed in advance.

Other towns we drive in

Other services we offer

A private transfer is only part of what we do. The same NZTA-licensed drivers and vehicles cover tours, hourly hire, airport and cruise work, corporate travel and group bookings throughout New Zealand.

Private, luxury & multi-day travel
Private touring, chauffeur hire, honeymoon travel and a driver for your whole New Zealand trip.
Explore private travel
Arriving in New Zealand
First-time visitor guides to landing at Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown, Wellington and Dunedin.
Read the arrival guides
Island & region guides
What each part of New Zealand is known for, how long the drives really take, and how to travel it without a rental car.
Explore destinations
Visiting New Zealand
Driving on the left, kilometres to miles, money and tipping, the seasons, and travelling without a rental car.
Read visitor info
Airport shuttle alternative
Private airport transfers instead of a shared shuttle — your group alone, direct to the terminal, price agreed first.
Compare the options
City taxi, upgraded
A fixed-price private car instead of the taxi rank — city-by-city guides across New Zealand.
See your city
Suburb airport transfers
Local detail on the run to Auckland, Christchurch or Wellington Airport from your own suburb.
Find your suburb
Private day tours & sightseeing
Keep the same driver for the day and shape the route around what you'd like to see in and around Napier.
See private tours
By-the-hour driver hire
A driver and vehicle held for a block of time — best when your travel starts and finishes in the same town.
Book hourly hire
Airport transfers
Flight-tracked pickups and drop-offs at every main New Zealand airport, door to door.
Airport transfers
Cruise port transfers & shore days
Met at the terminal in Auckland, Tauranga, Akaroa or Picton — back on board well before all-aboard time.
Cruise transfers
Ski field transfers
Winter-ready vehicles and alpine drivers for Queenstown, Wānaka, Mt Hutt and Ruapehu — gear included.
Ski transfers
Corporate & executive travel
Business accounts, client and staff runs, event movements and consolidated invoicing.
Talk to us
Groups, fleets & rental car alternative
Multiple vehicles on one booking for larger parties, or a driven alternative to hiring a car.
Rental car alternative
What transfers and taxis cost
Plain answers on what moves the price of an airport run in New Zealand, and how a fixed total compares with a meter.
Fares & costs
Weddings, balls & big occasions
Private transport for weddings, school balls, corporate events, funerals, large groups and accessible travel.
Occasion transport
Concerts & event transport
Ride there and ride home for the big nights — concerts, festivals and events across New Zealand.
Event transport

Please note: by-the-hour driver hire is only suitable when your travel starts and finishes in the same town. If you're finishing somewhere else, book a private transfer or a day trip so your fare covers the driver's travel.