A private transfer in Italy means an NCC driver: a licensed private hire car that you book in advance. This page explains how it differs from a taxi and where to find the licensed operators.
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Private Transfer or Taxi: What’s the Difference?
A private transfer (in Italy known as NCC, noleggio con conducente) is a pre-booked car or van with a driver, arranged in advance for a specific journey. Unlike a taxi, an NCC cannot be flagged down on the street. It is booked ahead of time, and the price is agreed before you travel.
Taxis, by contrast, operate on a meter and can be hailed or called on the day. For visitors flying into a major airport or arriving with heavy luggage, a private transfer generally offers a more predictable, comfortable experience: a driver waiting for you by name, with no need to find a taxi rank on arrival.
Where to Find a Licensed Driver
The full list of NCC operators licensed by the Comune di Cortona is in our Taxi & NCC Guide. CortonaInsider does not recommend, check or vouch for any driver.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does CortonaInsider arrange private transfers?
No. CortonaInsider is a local guide. It is not a taxi service, not an NCC operator, and it holds no transport licence. The official list of licensed operators is in our Taxi & NCC Guide, so you can contact them yourself. The booking, the price and the payment are always between you and the driver.
Do I need to book an NCC in advance?
Yes, always. NCC drivers in Italy cannot pick up passengers on the street or at a rank. You book directly with the driver, before you travel.
How much does a private transfer cost?
Each driver sets their own price, and you agree it directly with them before travel. We don’t publish or quote fares on behalf of any operator.