midwestchick Posted April 7, 2014 #1 Share Posted April 7, 2014 (edited) I was certain that our transfers were included after our cruise. To my embarassment and dismay I did find out today they are not included. :o :eek: :confused: The transfer through Azamara is $92.00 U.S. dollars pp to FCO. In my opinion this seems a little high. Yes, I do realize it can take up to 90 minutes but my experinece was 45 minutes on a Saturday in late September...after the busy vacation season is over. We will need a transfer on Oct. 4. I think I can find a better transfer option. I'd like some opinions and advice from others who have done this same transfer this time of year. Please share with me what you have done in the past. Thank you. Oh, and sharing a private transfer with someone is something we would be open to. I'm trying to gain information before I post this on our roll call so I can open it up to other people. Edited April 7, 2014 by midwestchick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dln929 Posted April 7, 2014 #2 Share Posted April 7, 2014 We've used SmartCruiseTours before. Not all the way to the airport but from port to Rome for a day's sightseeing. We had a good experience with them. They met us when they said they would and the driver spoke good English. I think if you look on the ports forum of Cruise Critic you may find some reviews of this company. http://www.smartcruisetours.com/index.php/airport-transfers?page=shop.browse&category_id=12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jennifers490 Posted April 7, 2014 #3 Share Posted April 7, 2014 i've always used Rome Cabs and been very pleased. we've also had great luck in getting other passengers to share with us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare uktog Posted April 7, 2014 #4 Share Posted April 7, 2014 Another vote for Romecabs, 100% reliable and very easy to contact online Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crzrr Posted April 7, 2014 #5 Share Posted April 7, 2014 Third vote for Romecabs! Used them many times and always pleased! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nordski Posted April 7, 2014 #6 Share Posted April 7, 2014 In one instance, when confronted with a logistical challenge created by a volcanic eruption in Iceland, ROMECABS handled our situation superbly and we were able to join our cruise. We also enjoy discussing politics, life in local neighbourhoods, economics and, of course, football with the drivers. Agree completely with those who have already made this recommendation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HudandPug Posted April 7, 2014 #7 Share Posted April 7, 2014 In one instance, when confronted with a logistical challenge created by a volcanic eruption in Iceland, ROMECABS handled our situation superbly and we were able to join our cruise. We also enjoy discussing politics, life in local neighbourhoods, economics and, of course, football with the drivers. Agree completely with those who have already made this recommendation. We had a very scarey time in a cab in Copenhagen, the driver was in a very political mood and was not too concerned about the driving side of things. Especially when DH told him, after much anti ranting about certain topics, that we were ex military. I just passed daggers to DH and hung on to the seat. Very relieved when we got to the ship. Moral of the story If a taxi driver has strong opinions, just agree, nod and make agreeing noises, do not speak ;) Yvonne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nordski Posted April 7, 2014 #8 Share Posted April 7, 2014 We had a very scarey time in a cab in Copenhagen, the driver was in a very political mood and was not too concerned about the driving side of things. Especially when DH told him, after much anti ranting about certain topics, that we were ex military. I just passed daggers to DH and hung on to the seat. Very relieved when we got to the ship. Moral of the story If a taxi driver has strong opinions, just agree, nod and make agreeing noises, do not speak ;) Yvonne Excellent point! I have discovered the need to attend well to my DW's instructions :). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisemuse13 Posted April 7, 2014 #9 Share Posted April 7, 2014 In October 2013, we were in a group of 6 that shared transport to the airport in a van from RomeInLimo. The cost was 180 Euro for the van, not per person. They needed a credit card to book the reservation, but payment was due at the end of the transport (at the airport), in cash only. Either Euros, or TC in Euros. The driver was waiting in the parking lot, just as we exited the baggage claim terminal. He had a clearly marked sign in the window of the van. It could not have been easier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare English Tim Posted April 7, 2014 #10 Share Posted April 7, 2014 For the OP, the only time that transfer are included is when you book a package. Last year we booked a package. once with cruise-line and once with TA. On both occasions transfers were included both to and from the airports. If you have loads of time and energy and less money, it is possible to do the journey by train, but I'd be inclined to book a car, which should be much cheaper and more convenient than through the ship, unless travelling solo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dln929 Posted April 7, 2014 #11 Share Posted April 7, 2014 For the OP, the only time that transfer are included is when you book a package. Last year we booked a package. once with cruise-line and once with TA. On both occasions transfers were included both to and from the airports. If you have loads of time and energy and less money, it is possible to do the journey by train, but I'd be inclined to book a car, which should be much cheaper and more convenient than through the ship, unless travelling solo. The OP wants to get from the port of Civitavecchia to FCO. I would never in a million years recommend driving that route, not to someone unaccustomed to driving Italian roads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare English Tim Posted April 7, 2014 #12 Share Posted April 7, 2014 The OP wants to get from the port of Civitavecchia to FCO. I would never in a million years recommend driving that route, not to someone unaccustomed to driving Italian roads. I wasn't suggesting they should, but having thought about it, it's a decent idea, as it's all motorway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midwestchick Posted April 7, 2014 Author #13 Share Posted April 7, 2014 Thank you for all the replies. I'll check out Rome cabs and I have heard about Rome in limo before....all good. I actually thought I had booked a package since I booked my choice air flights also. Oh well....so it goes. If this is the worst glitch in our vacation then I have no complaints. I'll check our small roll call to see if anyone is interested in sharing a transfer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nordski Posted April 7, 2014 #14 Share Posted April 7, 2014 (edited) Thank you for all the replies. I'll check out Rome cabs and I have heard about Rome in limo before....all good. I actually thought I had booked a package since I booked my choice air flights also. Oh well....so it goes. If this is the worst glitch in our vacation then I have no complaints. I'll check our small roll call to see if anyone is interested in sharing a transfer. Glad that you have some options and that your Roll Call may help. Edited April 7, 2014 by nordski Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midwestchick Posted April 7, 2014 Author #15 Share Posted April 7, 2014 Glad that you have some options and that your Roll Call may help. Both of my roll calls are small. I keep hoping they'll pick up more people...certainly not enough yet for a M&M. But, we've got 5 months yet. I do know there were people on our cruise that had never heard of CC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eloise4Ever Posted April 7, 2014 #16 Share Posted April 7, 2014 We have used Roma Shuttle http://www.romashuttle.com for this transfer and found them to be efficient and well-priced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nordski Posted April 7, 2014 #17 Share Posted April 7, 2014 Both of my roll calls are small. I keep hoping they'll pick up more people...certainly not enough yet for a M&M. But, we've got 5 months yet. I do know there were people on our cruise that had never heard of CC. We board on the day you are disembarking and, as of yet, there isn't a Roll Call. We fly in a day early and, if the Roll Call remains nonexistent I'm trying to think of other creative ways to find interested parties to share a transfer. As far as the required numbers for a M&M, in the past I believe Azamara has been quite liberal in their interpretation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare English Tim Posted April 7, 2014 #18 Share Posted April 7, 2014 Both of my roll calls are small. I keep hoping they'll pick up more people...certainly not enough yet for a M&M. But, we've got 5 months yet. I do know there were people on our cruise that had never heard of CC. You could walk it in 5 months!;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tjones62 Posted April 8, 2014 #19 Share Posted April 8, 2014 We used Bob's Limos last year and plan to book with them again after flights are confirmed. Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midwestchick Posted April 9, 2014 Author #20 Share Posted April 9, 2014 We board on the day you are disembarking and, as of yet, there isn't a Roll Call. We fly in a day early and, if the Roll Call remains nonexistent I'm trying to think of other creative ways to find interested parties to share a transfer. As far as the required numbers for a M&M, in the past I believe Azamara has been quite liberal in their interpretation. You can start a roll call...maybe people are afraid to start one. I think I'll check out Ports of call and see if people are posting about our cruises there. English Tim....I don't think so...it's a little far to walk. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolplex Posted April 15, 2014 #21 Share Posted April 15, 2014 I was certain that our transfers were included after our cruise. To my embarassment and dismay I did find out today they are not included. :o :eek: :confused: The transfer through Azamara is $92.00 U.S. dollars pp to FCO. In my opinion this seems a little high. Yes, I do realize it can take up to 90 minutes but my experinece was 45 minutes on a Saturday in late September...after the busy vacation season is over. We will need a transfer on Oct. 4.I think I can find a better transfer option. I'd like some opinions and advice from others who have done this same transfer this time of year. Please share with me what you have done in the past. Thank you. Oh, and sharing a private transfer with someone is something we would be open to. I'm trying to gain information before I post this on our roll call so I can open it up to other people. Go to RailEuro web-site from port to FCO about $17 PP takes about 1 hour 45 min. 1 transfer required. Other fast trains run the route as well. It's a 15 min. walk from port to train station Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mydreamvacation Posted April 15, 2014 #22 Share Posted April 15, 2014 Rome cabs is the best! We have been booking with them for a decade now http://Www.romecabs.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare English Tim Posted April 15, 2014 #23 Share Posted April 15, 2014 Rome cabs is the best! We have been booking with them for a decade nowhttp://Www.romecabs.com There are many decent taxi / limo firms, but it depends on budget and time. If one has a tight budget and lots of time, the train route is perfectly ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midwestchick Posted April 15, 2014 Author #24 Share Posted April 15, 2014 I don't think I'd like to do the walk with our luggage...we each have a 28" bag and a carry on suitcase. It was a struggle in Venice going to our water transfer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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