Renting a driver for a day on Amalfi coast.
Feb 8th, 2014, 04:25 AM
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We used this company for a transfer from Naples and would recommend them. No idea what they charge for days out
http://www.cuomonet.it
http://www.cuomonet.it
Feb 8th, 2014, 05:12 AM
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We used Giovanni, the owner of www.tourofitaly.com for a day visiting the Amalfi Coast from a cruise ship and were very satisfied.
IIRC, the cost was 300 Euro, but there were 6 of us, so 50 Euro pp seemed quite reasonable--and much less expensive than anything the cruise ship offered.
IIRC, the cost was 300 Euro, but there were 6 of us, so 50 Euro pp seemed quite reasonable--and much less expensive than anything the cruise ship offered.
Feb 8th, 2014, 05:18 AM
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We are staying in Positano, and want to have a driver take us on the Amalfi Coast for one day. Some friends of ours said they did this years ago, and it was great. They were able to stop at the little towns if they wanted to, and of course were able to stop and eat along the way. We'd like something like that. Our B&B said it is very expensive. Any suggestions?
Feb 8th, 2014, 05:24 AM
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What do you consider very expensive? How much are you willing to spend?
Obviously if you get a car and driver (and do you mean just a cab driver or also a guide who will tell you about the sights?) it will cost several hundred euros.
Obviously if you get a car and driver (and do you mean just a cab driver or also a guide who will tell you about the sights?) it will cost several hundred euros.
Feb 8th, 2014, 06:55 AM
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Depending on how many hours the tour takes, and whether you just want transportation or a qualified guide, I would expect it to cost between 300 and 500 euros.
Years ago Italy's currency with respect to other world currencies was very weak, which made everything seem affordable here.
Years ago Italy's currency with respect to other world currencies was very weak, which made everything seem affordable here.
Feb 8th, 2014, 08:49 AM
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We used Guemar Travel, based in Sorrento for a few trips this last visit and would highly recommend them. There's info about the company at: www.guemartravel.com
And yes, a half day cost us 275E, so a full day could easily be just over 500E.
And yes, a half day cost us 275E, so a full day could easily be just over 500E.
Feb 15th, 2014, 02:48 PM
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Our B&B host said we can rent a car with driver for 5 hours on Amalfi Coast for $250. From what it sounds like, this is a really good deal. I've sent an email to our B&B host to ask more questions regarding the tour. Thanks for the suggestions.
Feb 15th, 2014, 03:07 PM
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We just arranged for a tour using:
http://www.francescomarrapese.com/
He has gotten very good write ups on here and Tripadvisor and several people have recommended him here as well.
It is 50 euros an hour, 5 hours minimum. We are going in early April, will provide feedback if your trip is after that date.
I also looked at tourofitaly.com which was 250 euros for approx. 8 hours. I read a few reviews that weren't as good, so went with Francesco.
http://www.francescomarrapese.com/
He has gotten very good write ups on here and Tripadvisor and several people have recommended him here as well.
It is 50 euros an hour, 5 hours minimum. We are going in early April, will provide feedback if your trip is after that date.
I also looked at tourofitaly.com which was 250 euros for approx. 8 hours. I read a few reviews that weren't as good, so went with Francesco.
Feb 15th, 2014, 04:43 PM
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DebitNM--
I got that quote also from a tour company, but when you figure how much 250 euros are, that's really expensive. About 350 dollars. The one I found thru our B&B is 239 dollars for 5 hours. But again, don't know how good he'll be. Our B&B is highly recommended, so hopefully the tour guide is also.
Thanks for the info, and yes, let me know how your trip went when you get back.
Barb
I got that quote also from a tour company, but when you figure how much 250 euros are, that's really expensive. About 350 dollars. The one I found thru our B&B is 239 dollars for 5 hours. But again, don't know how good he'll be. Our B&B is highly recommended, so hopefully the tour guide is also.
Thanks for the info, and yes, let me know how your trip went when you get back.
Barb
Feb 16th, 2014, 02:05 PM
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B&B host quoted 35 euros an hour for five hours, that calculates to $239.00. Waiting for response from him to make sure that is correct and if that is a guide not just a driver. Will post when I get response.
Barb
ShelLuvsTravel----
B&B is B&B Venus Inn Residence. Highly recommended. We will see.
Barb
ShelLuvsTravel----
B&B is B&B Venus Inn Residence. Highly recommended. We will see.
Apr 2nd, 2014, 12:59 PM
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260 euro in a nice Price http://www.amalficoastdaytour.com/to...-amalfi-coast/
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@bblount interested to know what driving service you ended up using for Amalfi Coast tour - what was cost and how was service?
I will be doing same in May and interested in recs for drivers. Thank you.
I will be doing same in May and interested in recs for drivers. Thank you.
