There are situations where hiring a sports car or premium without a driver makes the most sense – you just want to drive, do a tour and have full freedom. There are also those in which the driver is a real ease, not an “additional”: airport, wedding, event, intense day in Krakow, business meetings or when you just don't want to think about parking and logistics.
In this guide, I explain when it makes sense to rent a car with a driver, what the step-by-step process looks like, which is usually determined before driving, and how to choose a car for the script. We operate in Zakopane and Kraków, and logistics (e.g. Balice) is determined individually on time and plan.
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What is a rental car with a driver (and what is not)
Renting a car with a driver is a service where you book a specific model (or class of car) and a driver to carry out a ride or service at a given time. For you, this means one thing: you drive as a passenger, and all the stress of “operating” (parking, route, commute, punctuality) is on the driver's side.
It doesn't have to be just a transfer A → B. Very often the rental with the driver works in “at your disposal” mode: you have several stops, changes of schedule during the day, crossings between locations, breaks for photos or meetings. Then it is crucial to clearly determine the hours, route and possible waiting time.
If you want to compare variants, see also: pricelist and fleet. And if you are only interested in the driver variant as a service: rental car with driver.
When a rental with a driver makes sense: 6 typical situations
1) Wedding and wedding (logistics + peace)
On the wedding day, punctuality and the absence of “distractors” are important. The driver is practical because you are not worried about commutes, downtown parking, crossings between locations, and the car can be substituted exactly where it is to be. If you want a strict wedding variant, see: car rental with driver for the wedding and rental car for the wedding.
2) Balice Airport (KRK) and transfers
After arrival you just want to go out and drive – without formalities, looking for a car in the parking lot and analysis of the route. The variant with the driver is particularly sensible when you have baggage, fly on business or land at a custom time. Details: car rental with driver – airport Balice i rental car at Balice Airport.
3) Business and meetings in Kraków
If you have an intense day: a few meetings, a little time and an important image, the driver helps keep the rhythm of the day. Additionally, in Krakow parking can be unpredictable and 20 minutes lost can run over the plan. See: rental with driver – business and location Kraków.
4) Events, galas, premieres, premium weekend
In the event, it is “safe return” and no stress related to the car. If you plan an evening with dinner and crossings between places, the variant with the driver is simply more comfortable. In addition, it is easier to establish a plan: driveway to the hotel, reception at a fixed time, quick stops.
5) Photo/video sessions and location changes
If you do a session, you often change places and need a car “at hand” at specific moments. The driver can move the car, pull up to a fixed location and cover the logistics of crossings between locations. You focus on the shots.
6) Exit larger group (VIP bus)
When 6–8 people drive, and the route includes Zakopane, Podhale and e.g. Kraków, VIP bus with driver is often the most convenient option. One crew, one plan, no juggling cars and parking lots.
When better to rent a car without a driver
If your goal is to “drive” and feel the car, the driver is not needed. This applies especially to sports cars when you plan a sightseeing tour or a weekend trip and want to drive yourself.
- You want to drive: Rent without driver gives full freedom to drive and stop.
- You have a simple plan.: one night, one route, few stops.
- You prefer privacy.: if you prefer to be only in your own group, without an additional person in the background.
In such a variant, it usually starts with the selection of the model on the page Fleet and matching the price threshold with pricelist.
Our rental fleet with driver: which car to which
The driver variant is most often selected for the scenario (wedding, airport, business, group). Below you have a short download which models are chosen most often and why.
Aston Martin Rapide S (flagship)
It's a choice when it's the "wow" effect and the highest class. He most often appears at weddings, events and exceptional occasions. This model we regard as flagship and we value individually (term, time available, logistics).
Model: Aston Martin Rapide S.
BMW Series 5 (business sedan)
The most "universal" choice for business and transfers. Comfort, discretion, predictability. It works well in Kraków and on the Kraków – Zakopane route.
Model: BMW Series 5.
Tesla Model S Performance (premium + dynamics)
Choosed when you want to combine the premium with a very dynamic pass and the modern character of the car. It fits well with transfers and all-day facilities when the plan is intense.
Model: Tesla Model S Performance.
Ford Tourneo Custom VIP (8 persons)
The best choice when more people drive and you need a comfortable group pass (hotel, airport, event). It's also a sensible choice when you want to go together, not split the crew into two cars.
Model: Ford Tourneo Custom VIP.
How much does it cost to rent with the driver and what the valuation looks like (no rates)
The driver variant is valued individually because the details of the plan are crucial. Two “eye-like” bookings can vary whether you drive one episode, whether you have several stops and longer time at your disposal.
The most common influence on valuation is:
- period and booking length (how many hours / what day),
- route (where to, number of stops),
- waiting time (e.g. at weddings, sessions, meetings),
- reception logistics (Scattered free, other locations determined individually),
- car selection (business sedan vs flagship vs VIP bus).
If you know you want a driver for a wedding, a Balice or a business, it is best to enter dedicated pages and send an inquiry with a short plan:
Which usually includes the driver variant
The simplest way is: the car + the driver + the set route plan. The provisions depend on the option, but standard determination is:
- place of take-off and termination (e.g. Buried / Kraków),
- number of stops and possible time available,
- rules for waiting / changing the plan,
- preference for dress code and run (if it is a wedding, event or business).
If you need a car delivered to the address (e.g. hotel, airport, hall), the rules are here: delivery of the car to the address. The reception in Zakopane is free, other locations are accounted for individually.
How to book rental with driver: step by step
- Select Scenario: wedding, airport, business, event, session, group pass.
- Select Car (or give 2–3 options): Aston / BMW 5 / Tesla S / VIP Tourneo.
- Specify date and plan: date, guide hours, route, number of stops.
- Confirm Logistics: reception of Zakopane or delivery (individually).
- You get a quote and confirmation: we return with availability, car proposal and variant.
Checklist before booking (to make the valuation correct)
In order not to go back to the topic on several messages, it is best to immediately specify the minimum set in the question. Then we confirm the availability faster and select the car under the script.
- Date and hours: Start and planned completion (or forks if the plan is flexible).
- Route: from where-to + list of stops (hotel, church, hall, airport, restaurant).
- Mode: One-time or car transfer available (with expectation).
- Number of persons and baggage: Especially important for VIP Tourneo.
- Preferred Car: 1 model or 2–3 options (e.g. BMW 5 or Tesla).
- Standard event: if it is a wedding/business – write what dress code and style of service to be preserved.
If you are not sure which car will be the best, just enter the script (wedding/Balice/business/event) and priority: effect, comfort, number of people. We'll pick up the rest on the fleet side.
We serve, among others, Zakopane, Kraków, Nowy Targ, Rabka-Zdrój and Myślenice. If the start or finish are off the standard route, add it directly – it quickly closes the logistics topic.
[crucy faq title="FAQ: car rental with driver"] [crucy faq item q="Can I change the plan during?"]Yes, in practice this often happens. It's best to say right away if you plan to stop or time at your disposal – then it's easier to match the service variant.[/krucy faq item] [krucy faq item q="Can the driver be in a dress code for a wedding or business?" We set it up individually when booking because it depends on the script and expectations. Please let me know in your question what your standard of event is.[/krucy faq item] [krucy faq item q="Do you serve Balice and Kraków?"]Yes. In practice we carry out trips in Zakopane and Krakow and transfers related to Balic Islands. Logistics and valuation are determined individually on time and schedule.[/krucy faq item] [krucy faq item q="What car is the best choice for a wedding?"] Depends on the style and schedule of the day. If you count the effect and class – flagship (Aston). If you count comfort and neutral style – BMW 5. If a larger group is going – VIP Tourneo.[/krucy faq item] [crucy faq item q="Can I rent a VIP bus for 6–8 people?" ]Yes – VIP Tourneo is prepared to travel with a larger team. In the request, specify the number of persons and baggage and the route.[/krucy faq item] [/krucy faq]Summary
Renting a car with a driver makes sense when it matters punctuality, logistics and calmness: wedding, Balice, business in Krakow, event or passing a larger group. If, on the other hand, your goal is to drive “for pleasure” and you want to drive alone – a classic rental without a driver with the choice of the car from our fleet will be better.
