So, so happy I stumbled upon this website to book two private transports while visiting Lima, Peru. They were both one-way trips approximately 3 hours in length. Great communication as soon as everything was booked via email and I then downloaded their app. I had a few issues with the app and the customer service was awesome trying to assist me in getting it corrected. Honestly impressive customer service which gave you a positive feeling that you made the right choice. Both drivers were right on time - No issues whatsoever! Can't say enough about the service and ease of everything when travelling so far away. Great job to the daytrip team! Would strongly recommend.
Daytrip is a private car service platform that connects you with local drivers who will transport you door-to-door. We also give you the opportunity to explore sights/attractions along the way. We drive, you discover.
Daytrip offers private door-to-door transfers with optional sightseeing stops, hourly driver hire, and curated day trips â all with local English-speaking drivers and operating across 130+ countries.
For private trips, you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before departure. For the Daytrip Pool shared shuttle, we offer 3 ticket options when booking: Non-refundable, Flexible with cancellations 24 hours before departure, and Super-flexible with cancellations up to 15 minutes before departure.
Yes! Book a private, door-to-door airport transfer with a local English-speaking driver. Enjoy fixed and transparent pricing, no hidden fees, and the option to pay in advance without the hassle of exchanging cash at a foreign airport.
You will receive the vehicle that best fits the number of travelers in your group, ranging from a sedan to a van for groups of up to 7. Depending where you travel, you can book anything from a sedan comparable to a Toyota Corolla to a Mercedes V-Class to a Classic Cuban Car. While the exact model may vary, we always ensure that the vehicle provided meets your needs in terms of safety, reliability, and comfort. You may be upgraded to a larger vehicle class free of charge depending on availability. Since our largest vehicle seats 7, for groups larger a combination of vehicles will be used. We will send you the exact vehicle details a few days before your trip.
Everywhere except the USA, drivers will supply appropriate child seats (just let us know during booking). In the USA, certain states require you to supply your own child seats.
Know more about traveling from Pondicherry
Pondicherry is approximately 160 km (99 miles) from Chennai, making it one of the most popular day trip routes along the Tamil Nadu coast. The drive typically takes around 2.5 to 3 hours depending on traffic and your departure time. The route runs largely along the East Coast Road, which offers stretches of coastal scenery past fishing villages and beaches â making the journey part of the experience rather than something to simply get through.
Yes â Pondicherry is only about 95 km (59 miles) from Mahabalipuram, making it one of the most natural day trip pairings on the Coromandel Coast. Many travelers combine both in a single day: spending the morning at Mahabalipuram's UNESCO-listed shore temples and rock carvings, then continuing south to Pondicherry for the afternoon. A private transfer makes this kind of flexible, multi-stop itinerary straightforward â you set the pace, and the route adapts to you.
The French Quarter, or White Town, is the natural starting point â its colonial architecture, art galleries, and boutique streets reward slow exploration on foot. The Sri Aurobindo Ashram draws visitors for its peaceful atmosphere and spiritual significance. The Rock Beach promenade is best in the early morning or late afternoon. Just outside the city, Auroville is a one-of-a-kind international community centered around the Matrimandir, a striking golden meditation dome. A traditional market in the Tamil Quarter offers a sharp, energizing contrast to the quieter French streets.
Public buses and shared taxis exist but offer limited flexibility and no control over stops or timing â a real constraint when you want to make the most of a single day. A private transfer with Daytrip means door-to-door pickup, no waiting for departures, and the freedom to add a scenic stop along the East Coast Road or visit Auroville on the way back. Your luggage stays in the car, your itinerary stays yours, and you arrive ready to explore rather than worn down by logistics.
