News and Travel Notes

Articles written from the road: destinations we drive, routes worth the day, seasonal timing, and practical answers about travelling Portugal with a private chauffeur.

Topics we cover

The articles are grouped around the questions our clients ask before booking:

  • Choosing between a transfer, an hourly service and a full day journey
  • Destination guides for Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais, Porto, the Douro, Alentejo and the Algarve
  • How airport arrivals and waiting times work in Portugal
  • Electric versus combustion vehicles on long itineraries

Plan a journey

Bookings run online 24/7 with instant confirmation, or by WhatsApp at +351 934 750 105. Same-day requests are accepted subject to vehicle and chauffeur availability.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are available?

Mercedes-Benz EQE and E-Class for up to three passengers, EQS and S-Class for executive travel, V-Class, EQV and Sprinter for groups and families with luggage, plus Tesla Model S for fully electric journeys.

Which areas are covered?

Lisbon, Porto, Cascais, Sintra, Setúbal, Comporta, the Algarve and the rest of mainland Portugal.

Can I book for the same day?

Yes. Same-day bookings are accepted across every service, subject to vehicle and chauffeur availability.

How does cancellation work?

Journeys and the airport greet and assist service are charged in full when cancelled less than 48 hours before the scheduled time or in case of no-show. Transfers follow the cancellation rules published for each vehicle class.

Contact

VIP On Wheels Lda, Rua Rio Zezere 39, 2865-550 Fernão Ferro, Portugal. WhatsApp +351 934 750 105.