Private Driver Tours
Travel between destinations in a private vehicle with your own driver. Arrange a driver for your full tour or just part of your holiday.
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A journey shaped around you
A More Personal Way to Discover Sri Lanka
Share your interests, preferred pace and the places you have in mind. We can help shape the driving itinerary and recommend a suitable vehicle and service, for a full tour, selected days or individual transfers.
- Local knowledge
- Practical advice on your itinerary and local stops.
- Personal attention
- Arrangements shaped around your interests, travel pace and group.
- Comfort on the road
- A private vehicle selected around your passengers, luggage and journey.
- Company support
- A point of contact through Look Lanka Tours for your agreed travel arrangements.
Our services
Choose Your Travel Service
Chauffeur Guide Services
Add an agreed guiding service to your journey. Share your interests and preferred language so suitable options can be checked.
Airport & Hotel Transfers
Arrange a private airport pickup, departure transfer or journey between hotels.
Vehicle options & daily rates
Choose Your Vehicle
Compare Private Driver Rates
Compare vehicles and starting daily rates for your Sri Lanka journey. Tell us your travellers, luggage and itinerary for a tailored quote.
Showing daily rates for hires of 5–11 days.
USD per vehicle per day, with driver. Starting rates depend on the vehicle, travel dates and itinerary. Guiding services are quoted separately.
Passenger numbers refer to travelling guests, excluding the driver. Actual vehicle suitability is confirmed against your group, luggage and any child-seat or separate-guide requirements.
Share your luggage and child-seat needs so the actual vehicle can be checked.
Private Car
Up to 3 passengers.
Vehicle Models
Toyota Prius, Toyota Axio
Explore at your own pace with a private car and driver for your tour or transfer.
USD60
Per vehicle / day, with driver
For hires of 5–11 days.
100 km per billable day, pooled
Extra km: USD 0.50
Private SUV
Up to 3 passengers.
Vehicle Models
Honda Vezel, Toyota Raize, BYD SEALION 5, BYD SEALION 6
Request an SUV for your itinerary and travel preferences.
FromUSD70
Per vehicle / day, with driver
For hires of 5–11 days.
Subject to vehicle specification and itinerary. Requested models are subject to availability and price confirmation. Your quotation will confirm the price for your requested model.
100 km per billable day, pooled
Extra km: USD 0.50
Family Van
Up to 5 passengers.
Vehicle Models
Toyota KDH 200, Toyota KDH 201
Travel together with a van selected around your family, luggage and journey.
USD70
Per vehicle / day, with driver
For hires of 5–11 days.
100 km per billable day, pooled
Extra km: USD 0.50
Small Group Van
Up to 9 passengers.
Vehicle Models
Toyota HiAce 221, Toyota HiAce 223
Enjoy a private journey with friends or a smaller travelling group.
USD80
Per vehicle / day, with driver
For hires of 5–11 days.
100 km per billable day, pooled
Extra km: USD 0.50
Group Coaches
16-passenger option. Larger coaches quoted separately.
Vehicle Models
Toyota Coaster, Mitsubishi Rosa
Mini-coach models. Larger coach model and configuration confirmed individually.
Arrange private coach transport for larger groups, with guiding available separately.
FromUSD135
16-passenger option only. Larger coaches quoted separately.
Per vehicle / day, with driver
For hires of 5–11 days.
100 km per billable day, pooled
Extra km: USD 0.50
Tell us your preferred model. Your quotation will confirm the vehicle specification, availability and applicable rate.
Distance allowance
100 km per billable hire day is pooled across the booking. Extra travel above the total included allowance is USD 0.50 per kilometre for Private Car, Private SUV, Family Van, Small Group Van and 16-passenger coach-option hires.
An extra 200 km applies once per booking for hires of 5 days or more, including Private SUV. It is not a daily allowance.
Mileage basis
Mileage is calculated garage to garage for Private Car, Private SUV, Family Van, Small Group Van and 16-passenger coach-option hires. Your quotation will identify the mileage starting and finishing points and any positioning costs.
A personal vehicle preference
Luxury Vehicles for Your Sri Lanka Journey
Prefer a Mercedes-Benz, BMW or another luxury vehicle? Share your preferred brand or model, and we will check suitable options for your private tour or transfer.
Brand preferences: Mercedes-Benz · BMW
Personalised quotation. Model, specification and availability confirmed before booking.
From first idea to pickup
How to Book
- 01
Share your travel plans
Tell us your dates, group size and the places you would like to visit.
- 02
Review your quotation
Check the proposed arrangements, vehicle category, price and conditions.
- 03
Confirm your arrangements
Accept the quotation and complete the agreed booking requirements.
- 04
Prepare for your journey
Receive your confirmed pickup arrangements and driver information before the service begins.
Private driver journeys
Suggested Tour Itineraries
Explore our suggested private-driver tours, then personalise the journey around your interests and travel dates.
7 Days
Heritage & Hill Country
Cultural discoveries and hill-country scenery in a shorter private-driver tour.
Negombo · Sigiriya area · Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Colombo
Private vehicle & driver
10 Days
Heritage, Hills & Coast
A varied journey combining heritage, hill-country landscapes and the coast.
Negombo · Sigiriya area · Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Ella · Galle area
Private vehicle & driver
14 Days
Sri Lanka at Your Pace
More time to explore, with room for personal interests and a relaxed coastal stay.
Negombo · Sigiriya area · Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Ella · Udawalawe area · Galle area · Colombo
Private vehicle & driver
Our drivers & guides
The People Behind Your Journey
Choosing your driver or guide is an important part of planning your holiday. Learn about the service options, share any language or travel requirements, and let us help you find the right fit.
Frequently asked questions
A Few Questions Before You Travel
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Let’s Plan Your Sri Lanka Journey
Share your travel ideas and let us help you choose the right private driver, chauffeur guide and vehicle.