You’ll be met in your Athens hotel lobby by a local driver who helps with luggage and gets you comfortably to Piraeus port in a private vehicle. Enjoy chilled water, onboard WiFi, and some local conversation along the way—plus that small sense of relief knowing someone else has your timing covered.
We were already hauling our bags into the lobby when our driver, Kostas, waved from near the plants. He had that calm “don’t worry” energy I needed after a week in Athens — honestly, my nerves were jangling about missing the ferry. He greeted us by name (not sure how he pronounced mine so well) and helped with my suitcase before I could even try to lift it. The car was spotless and cool inside, which felt like such a relief after the sticky heat outside. There was even bottled water waiting — I’d forgotten how thirsty you get just from packing up in Greece.
The ride from our hotel to Piraeus port wasn’t long — maybe 25 minutes? — but it was this odd mix of city chaos and quiet moments. We passed little bakeries just opening up; I caught a whiff of something sweet through the window at one red light. Kostas pointed out where locals grab coffee on their way to work (he says “freddo espresso” is the real deal). He had WiFi in the car too, which saved me when I realized I hadn’t checked our ferry tickets yet. There’s something comforting about having someone who knows exactly where they’re going when you’re running on travel adrenaline.
I didn’t expect to feel so at ease during what’s usually just a boring transfer. Kostas chatted about his favorite islands and laughed when I tried to say “Efharisto” properly (I still can’t roll that R). When we pulled up right at our ship’s gate, he insisted on helping with every bag — even my overstuffed carry-on. It wasn’t flashy or dramatic, but it made me feel like we’d started our next adventure on the right foot. Sometimes it’s these small, human things that stick with you more than any big sight or monument.
The drive usually takes around 25 minutes depending on traffic.
Yes, pickup from your hotel or apartment is included in the service.
The fleet includes Mercedes Benz and Peugeot sedans, vans, mini-buses, and limousines.
Yes, free WiFi is provided onboard all vehicles.
Specialized infant seats are available upon request.
You can bring one check-in suitcase and one carry-on per person.
Yes, your driver will assist you with your bags at both ends of the journey.
No, large groups split into multiple bookings for the same date/time cannot be accommodated together.
Your private transfer includes pickup from your Athens hotel or apartment by a local driver who’ll help with your bags, bottled water waiting in an air-conditioned car or van (with free WiFi), and drop-off right at your ship’s gate in Piraeus port—all timed so you don’t have to stress about missing your ferry.
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