Private Miami City Tour from Cruise Port
Turn the time between your cruise arrival and your next departure into a private Miami city tour from PortMiami. Golden Ride Miami arranges a vehicle and bilingual driver for your party, with space planned for your luggage and an agreed final drop-off at a hotel or airport. This is sightseeing transportation with a driver, starting at five hours, rather than a guided group excursion.
From the cruise terminal to a day in Miami
Share your cruise ship, terminal if known, preferred pickup time, group size and luggage before booking. The pickup is coordinated in the permitted transportation area at PortMiami. Once your party has disembarked and collected its bags, follow the confirmed meeting instructions to connect with your driver.
Your reserved hours begin at the agreed pickup time. Choose that time with your expected disembarkation in mind, and contact us if the ship or terminal process changes your plans.
An example route: Miami Beach, Wynwood and Little Havana
A possible post-cruise itinerary combines a drive through Miami Beach with time for an Art Deco-area walk, a stop in Wynwood and a visit to Little Havana. These are suggested neighborhoods, not guaranteed stops or included attraction tickets. We adapt the route to your interests, traffic and the time available.
Prefer a relaxed lunch, a waterfront stop or less walking? Let us know before booking. Your party decides its priorities; the driver handles the agreed transportation. A professional tour guide, meals and paid admissions are not included.
Finish at your hotel or airport with a clear schedule
If you have a flight later that day, provide the airport, departure time and airline details before we confirm the itinerary. We plan the final drop-off around your required airport arrival time and allow for the drive. A visit to every suggested neighborhood is not possible on every schedule.
Luggage stays with the reserved vehicle during the service, subject to confirmed capacity. Keep passports, medicines and valuables with you. SUV and van selection depends on both the number of travelers and the bags, not passenger count alone.
Rates per vehicle and minimum hours
| Vehicle category | Passengers | From / hour | 5-hour package from |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUV XL | Up to 5 | USD 100 | USD 500 |
| SUV Platinum | Up to 5 | USD 140 | USD 700 |
| Van | Up to 9 | USD 120 | USD 600 |
| Van | Up to 14 | USD 140 | USD 700 |
Rates are per vehicle. The standard hourly minimum is five hours; events usually require at least six hours. Final pricing depends on the itinerary, distance, duration and requested extras. Vehicle model and luggage capacity are confirmed before booking.
What your hourly booking includes
Included in the agreed service
- Private vehicle for your party and an English- and Spanish-speaking driver.
- Pickup, planned stops and waiting within the reserved hours and agreed service area.
- Fuel, regular tolls, taxes and an air-conditioned vehicle.
Quoted separately or not included
- Parking, valet charges, gratuities and applicable extras.
- Meals, attraction or event tickets and a professional tour guide.
- Extra time or a changed route beyond the confirmed service.
Payment and confirmation
Yes. You can reserve with a 50% deposit or pay 100% in advance. The remaining balance is paid at the end of the service, together with any additional hours used. Reservations are subject to availability and confirmation.
We accept credit and debit cards, payment links, Zelle, Venmo and Wise. Ask our team for payment instructions.
Card, Venmo and Wise payments carry a 4% processing fee. Zelle payments have no surcharge.
Yes. We accept international payments and can coordinate your service by WhatsApp or email.
Contact us to inquire. Requests made less than 24 hours in advance require manual confirmation of availability.
Cancellations
SUVs and vans
Cancellations made at least 48 hours in advance receive a full refund. Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance receive no refund.
Minibuses and buses
- At least 14 days in advance: full refund.
- Between 7 and 13 days in advance: 50% refund.
- Less than 7 days in advance: no refund.
No. Passenger no-shows and unused services are non-refundable.
Private Miami City Tour from Cruise Port: Questions and Answers
Can we take a private Miami tour after getting off a cruise?
Yes. We can arrange a private vehicle and driver from PortMiami for an agreed sightseeing itinerary, followed by a hotel or airport drop-off within the confirmed booking.
Can we bring our cruise luggage on the city tour?
Yes, subject to vehicle capacity. Send the number and size of your bags with your passenger count before booking so we can select a suitable vehicle.
Is a tour guide included?
No. This service provides a private driver and transportation between agreed stops. A professional guide and attraction admission are not included.
Can the tour finish at Miami Airport or Fort Lauderdale Airport?
Request your preferred airport when asking for the quote. The route, travel time and final price must include that destination; do not assume an airport change is included.
How much does a post-cruise city tour cost?
SUV XL service starts at USD 500 per vehicle for five hours. Larger vehicles, extra time, parking and additional services can change the total. We confirm your itinerary and quote before booking.
What happens if our flight leaves too soon for a tour?
We review the available time before confirming. If sightseeing would leave insufficient time for your airport arrival, arrange a direct transfer instead.
Who operates this private transportation service?
Golden Ride Miami coordinates this service through privatetransportation.miami. Contact our team at +1 (786) 597-2547 or management@miami-beach.tours, daily from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM Miami time. Drivers speak English and Spanish.
How do I confirm my reservation?
Send your date, pickup time and address, final destination, planned stops, passenger count and luggage. We confirm availability, the itinerary, vehicle category and price. You may pay a 50% deposit or 100% in advance. Requests made less than 24 hours before service require manual confirmation.
What extra charges should I plan for?
Parking, valet, gratuities, admissions and personal expenses are separate. Hourly nighttime service between 9:00 PM and before 7:00 AM has a USD 30 surcharge per service. Requested Meet & Greet costs USD 50. Card, Venmo and Wise payments have a 4% processing fee; Zelle has no surcharge.
What if I need more time or finish early?
For hourly bookings, time begins at the agreed pickup time. Unused hours are not refundable. Extensions require coordination and availability. After the fifteen-minute grace period beyond the reserved end time, one full extra hour is charged at your vehicle category rate.
Choose the service that fits your plans
Request your private transportation quote
Send your date, pickup time and address, destination or planned stops, passengers and luggage. Golden Ride Miami will confirm availability and the service that fits your plans.
WhatsApp · +1 (786) 597-2547
management@miami-beach.tours
Daily assistance: 8:00 AM–9:00 PM, Miami time · English and Spanish.
