Plan the journey
Business appointments without a fixed finish
Business passengers often need to move between offices, client meetings, site visits or private appointments without knowing exactly when each engagement will finish. Hourly charter keeps the same chauffeur and vehicle available throughout the booked period, so the passenger can provide the next destination when ready instead of arranging another transfer or estimating every departure time in advance.
Evening dining without a fixed finish
Dinner engagements often finish later than expected, continue at another venue or end at different times for different guests. Hourly charter keeps the chauffeur nearby, so passengers can provide the next destination when ready without fixing an exact restaurant pickup time in advance.
Concert and sporting-event standby
Groups attending a concert or sporting event may not all be ready to leave at the same time. Some passengers may need to depart early, return home or change plans for another reason. During the confirmed hourly booking, the chauffeur remains nearby and responds to passenger instructions from the nearest practical, lawful and accessible pickup position. Venue traffic controls, road closures and stopping restrictions may require a different meeting point from the original drop-off location.
How hourly chauffeur hire is quoted and reconciled
The base hourly fare is confirmed before booking. Stops may be added or changed during the service without 24 hours' notice. At completion, actual total duration and distance are assessed. Actual tolls, parking, distance beyond 20 km per booked hour, additional time and selected extras are charged separately at the confirmed rates.
Vehicle options for hourly charter
Mercedes-Benz S-Class L is the standard choice for executive and private sedan bookings with one or two passengers. V-Class is better for families, small teams or passengers with additional luggage or equipment. Sprinter vehicles support larger groups or day movements that involve more passengers. Mercedes-Maybach vehicles can be requested for formal or VIP hourly work, subject to availability. Vehicle selection should account for passenger count, luggage, access at each stop and the formality of the booking.
Frequently asked questions
When should I book hourly chauffeur service?
Hourly charter is useful when business appointments, evening dining or events do not have a fixed finish time, the next destination may change, or the same chauffeur and vehicle need to remain available between movements.
Can I change stops during the booking?
Yes. Stops may be added or changed during the service without 24 hours' notice. At completion, actual total duration and distance are assessed; additional time and distance beyond 20 km per booked hour are charged at the confirmed excess rates.
Can I keep the same chauffeur all day?
The same chauffeur and vehicle stay assigned for the booked hourly charter period.
Is hourly better than several point-to-point bookings?
Hourly charter is more practical when finish times are uncertain, the next destination may change or passengers in the same group may need to depart at different times.
Can some passengers leave a concert or sporting event early?
Yes. During the confirmed hourly booking, passengers can contact the chauffeur with updated instructions if part of the group needs to leave earlier than the others.
Where does the chauffeur wait during an event?
The chauffeur waits at the nearest practical, lawful and accessible position. Venue traffic controls, road closures and stopping restrictions may require an adjusted pickup point, so passengers should remain contactable.
How is the final Hourly fare calculated?
The base hourly fare is confirmed before booking. Actual tolls, parking, distance beyond 20 km per booked hour, additional time and selected extras are charged separately.
What is the minimum hourly charter booking?
Hourly bookings are available from two hours. The booked window should account for the planned itinerary, travel time between stops and reasonable waiting time at each address.
Can the hourly booking be extended on the day?
Extension requests can be made to dispatch during the booked window, subject to the vehicle's next confirmed commitment and chauffeur availability.
Which vehicle is best for a full-day hire?
S-Class is the standard executive sedan. V-Class suits families or passengers with luggage. Sprinter is available for groups. All hourly charter bookings use the same chauffeur and vehicle for the duration.