Finding the right category
Five categories cover every assignment. Find the line that matches your journey.
1 to 3 passengers, standard luggage
Prestige Sedan
1 to 2 passengers, priority on rear comfort
Luxury Sedan
Family or delegation of up to 7 passengers
Prestige Minivan
Small group
Minibus, on quote
Large group
Coach, on quote
The exact luggage capacity is confirmed with your quote, based on the number and the size of the cases.
The five categories
Prestige Sedan
For an individual, a couple or three passengers. The sedan covers most transfers: airport, train station, business meeting, city journey.
Up to 3 passengers. 2 large cases and hand luggage, or 3 medium cases and hand luggage.
Mercedes E-Class or equivalent.
Luxury Sedan
For a senior executive, an end client or a small delegation. The Luxury Sedan prioritizes rear comfort and passenger space over maximum capacity.
1 to 2 passengers, with comfort as the priority. 1 large case or 2 medium cases, plus a few pieces of hand luggage.
Mercedes S-Class or equivalent.
Prestige Minivan
For a family, a delegation or a team on the move, with bulky luggage or a journey with several stops.
Up to 7 passengers. Luggage capacity is confirmed with your quote, based on the number of passengers and the size of the cases.
Mercedes V-Class or equivalent.
Minibus
For a small group traveling together: shuttle, seminar, schedule spread across several locations.
Capacity depends on the vehicle assigned. Group size and luggage are confirmed with your quote.
Coach
For a large group on a set schedule: event, conference, company day. The value lies as much in the coordination as in the vehicle itself.
Capacity depends on the size of the group and on the vehicle assigned. Minibuses and coaches are selected and coordinated by CARYLIS according to the size of the group and the schedule.
What determines the vehicle assigned
The number of passengers
This is the first criterion. It sets the minimum category, and sometimes the number of vehicles: above a certain group size, two sedans work better than one van.
The luggage
The number of cases matters, and so does their size. An instrument, a garment bag, film equipment or sports gear can change the category even when the number of passengers stays the same.
The schedule and the duration
A direct transfer and a full day at your disposal do not call for the same vehicle. A schedule with several stops, waiting time and luggage staying on board weighs on the choice.
The destination
A long-distance journey, restricted city-center access or a destination outside France may point to a different category.
Three common situations
Airport or train station transfer
One pickup, one arrival point, luggage known in advance. The sedan covers most cases, and the minivan takes over as soon as the family or the cases add up. See how a transfer with a chauffeur works.
A full day at your disposal
The vehicle and the chauffeur stay assigned to your schedule. Luggage can remain on board between stops, which matters as much as the number of seats. See the VIP service.
Group transport for an event
Several vehicles, interlocking timings, a shared meeting point. The category is decided together with the schedule, not before it. See corporate events.
Availability and the vehicle assigned
CARYLIS selects the vehicle suited to each assignment, based on the number of passengers, the luggage, the schedule and the destination.
The models shown are given as a guide. The vehicle assigned is confirmed according to the needs of the assignment and availability.
Request your quote
Describe your journey: date, time, pickup point, destination, number of passengers and volume of luggage. You receive a quote within 24 hours.
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Frequently asked questions about choosing a vehicle
How do I choose the right vehicle category?
Start from the number of passengers, then check the luggage and the schedule. The table at the top of the page gives you a starting category. If you are unsure between two, describe your journey in the quote request and we will confirm the right one.
Is the model shown guaranteed?
No. The models named are given as a guide, as a reference point for the category. The vehicle assigned is confirmed according to the needs of the assignment and availability, within the category chosen.
What about bulky or oversized luggage?
Mention it when you request your quote: an instrument, a garment bag, film equipment, sports gear. Size matters as much as quantity, and it can move the journey up a category or call for a second vehicle.
Can a child seat be arranged?
A child seat can be arranged on request, subject to availability and confirmed with your quote. Please give the age and weight of each child when you enquire.
Can you arrange an accessible vehicle?
Mention the requirement when you request your quote, describing the situation and the equipment to be carried. We check what is available on your route and for your dates, then confirm what can be arranged.
Can several vehicles be booked for the same group?
Yes. Above a certain group size, or when timings and pickup points differ, several vehicles work better than one. The split is proposed with your quote and the coordination of arrivals is handled for you.
Do you provide minibuses and coaches for large groups?
Yes. Minibuses and coaches are selected and coordinated by CARYLIS according to the size of the group and the schedule. The exact capacity is confirmed with your quote, based on the group size and the luggage.
A journey to organize? Describe it and we will confirm the category and the vehicle that fit, with an answer within 24 hours.