A full day with a professional driver in Christchurch means the vehicle and the chauffeur stay with you for whatever you've planned—errands in Fendalton, meetings across town, or a run out to Akaroa and back. You see the complete price before you confirm, and the driver you've booked is employed and trained by us, not pulled from an app.
How does hiring a driver by the day actually work in Christchurch?
You book the vehicle and hours you need through chauffeur.co.nz/book, the driver collects you at the time and address you nominate, and the vehicle remains at your disposal until the booking window closes. You direct the itinerary; the chauffeur handles navigation, parking, and waiting time between stops.
Which vehicle should I choose for a day booking?
The Mercedes E-Class suits one or two passengers with light luggage; the V-Class works for up to four passengers or families with more bags; and the Sprinter mini-coach accommodates groups of up to ten. The vehicle you select is the one that arrives—no substitutions.
Can the driver wait while I attend appointments or visit locations?
Yes. Waiting time is built into a by-the-day booking, so your chauffeur remains with the vehicle between stops—whether that's outside a winery in Waipara, a business park in Addington, or a private address in Sumner.
Is the price metered or does it change during the day?
The price is fixed and shown in full—including GST—before you confirm the booking. There's no meter, no surge pricing, and no surprises, regardless of traffic or how many stops you make within the agreed hours.
What areas around Christchurch can I visit on a day booking?
Your itinerary is yours to design. Day bookings regularly include the Port Hills, Lyttelton, Akaroa, Kaikoura, Hanmer Springs, or the Waipara wine region, as well as multiple stops within the city and out to Christchurch Airport if required.
Fixed prices, NZD, GST-inclusive. No surge, ever. The vehicle you book is the vehicle that arrives, driven by a chauffeur we employ — trained by us and accountable to us, not an app contractor who can decline the job. The chauffeur — since 2002.
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