Booking Guide
Not all the rides around Granada necessarily require a bus or a coach. There are situations where either a smaller party, a couple, or even one person prefer a private car and don't want to ride in a group or a bus. There are private taxis designed especially for such people who would like to be picked up and dropped exactly where it is needed without shared rides.
In this guide we will try to define what the private taxi services in Granada are and what kinds of cars you may find. Besides, we will talk about destinations where a private taxi is usually ordered.
How does a Private Taxi Differ from the Other Services?
The main differences of private taxis compared with regular cabs or ride-sharing apps are that you have the exclusive right to use the vehicle with the particular driver for a determined period of time. You arrange your pick-up time, destination, and the cost. That is why it becomes really important if you have some airport runs or morning departure, as it gives you some advantages in advance, including the price, which is usually fixed.
A driver who operates private cars regularly is definitely going to be well acquainted with the city, so he knows how to reach places which are not very comfortable to access, such as the areas around the Albaicín or Alhambra, about the entry time for tickets and so on. He also knows the realistic times of traveling. It is necessary to mention that if you would like to book a taxi in Granada, it is better to clarify some details, first, if the vehicle which will be driving you has a VTC (Vehículo de Transporte con Conductor) or taxi license issued in Andalusia.
Choice of Vehicles
There are certain categories of private taxis which you may encounter while booking. Regular saloon cars seating a maximum of four persons are suitable either for solo travelers, for a couple or for those who take some trips without too many pieces of luggage. Estate cars give the opportunity to take some more luggage, but again, it is also possible to fit only four passengers. They also may be helpful if it is required for a long transfer to Málaga Airport, because there are fewer flights to Granada Airport and this distance is quite long, and estate cars give the opportunity to take some more bags along the way.
When the number of passengers reaches 7–8, then it is better to choose either an MPV or a large executive van which seats more passengers and allows for taking enough luggage. After 8 passengers, it is recommended to rent a minibus instead of two separate taxis.
While choosing your private taxi, it is better to specify both the amount of luggage and passengers, because it is quite easy to overpack a small-sized car.
The Most Popular Destinations
Among all types of trips, there are quite a lot of airport transfers. In Granada, you can order a taxi to Federico García Lorca Granada Airport, which takes 20–25 minutes on average to reach the city center. The second airport is Málaga Airport, which is located further, about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Many tourists order taxi for traveling to it due to its wider range of flights.
Within Granada, you also have to visit the Alhambra. It is very useful to have a private taxi if your visit involves a ticket with a timetable because of the preciseness. The Sierra Nevada is popular for skiing in winter and mountain sightseeing in summer and the trip from there takes 45 minutes. Also, the Costa Tropical area, which consists of towns called Almuñécar and Salobreña, which take approximately one hour from Granada, is popular as a day trip.
From time to time, business travelers or groups book their trips to Cordoba or to Seville or to different places within Granada. Short trips from hotels or restaurants or the historic center of Granada may also be ordered by people.
The Information to Clarify
While booking any service it is necessary to clarify some details. First, it is necessary to find out what price is fully fixed and will be unchanged regardless of the traffic and waiting time or if some part of it changes. If you are flying to the airport, it will be nice to know if there is the possibility of using flight tracking in order not to pay too much for waiting in case of the flight delay.
Another important detail which may make your ride better is whether your driver and vehicle will be specified in advance or assigned on the day of your trip. All of this information will help you to choose the company more efficiently if you decide to order a private taxi.
