Toyota Prius
Hybrid car · Couples & solo travellers
Up to 3 guests2 large bags
From US$90 a day
Private driver & chauffeur-guide
Private driver in Sri Lanka
Your own air-conditioned car or van with an experienced, English-speaking chauffeur-guide. More than 25 years on Sri Lanka's roads, so you can sit back and enjoy the island.
25+ years on the roadFrom US$90 a dayFuel included24/7 WhatsApp support
How it works
Your driver, your plan
- 01
Tell us your plans
Share your dates, group size and the places you'd love to see, or ask us to suggest a route.
- 02
Get a clear price
We send a day-by-day plan with the vehicle, driving times and one all-in price.
- 03
Meet your driver
Your chauffeur-guide meets you at the airport with a name board and stays with you for the whole trip.
- 04
Travel your way
Stop for photos, tea or a swim whenever you like. Your driver knows the best places and the safest roads.
Vehicles
Choose your vehicle
Every vehicle is private, air-conditioned and comes with an English-speaking chauffeur-guide.
Honda Fit Shuttle
Hybrid wagon · Couples with more luggage
Up to 3 guests3 large bags
From US$90 a day
Nissan Caravan
High-roof van · Families & small groups
Up to 9 guests7 large bags
From US$100 a day
Toyota KDH
High-roof van · Bigger groups & lots of luggage
Up to 9 guests10 large bags
From US$100 a day
Daily prices are for about 100 km of driving, with fuel, driver and guide fees included. Hotels are extra, or we can book them for you.
Included
- Air-conditioned car or van, all to yourselves
- English-speaking chauffeur-guide for the whole trip
- Fuel, parking and highway tolls
- Your driver's meals and accommodation
- Airport pickup and drop-off with a name board
- 24/7 WhatsApp support from our team
Not included
- Hotels (or we book them for you)
- Entrance fees and activities
- Your meals
- Tips (optional)
Why Ceyloha
Why travel with our drivers
25+ years on the road
Our lead chauffeur-guide has driven visitors around Sri Lanka for more than 25 years, from hill-country bends to safari tracks.
Safe, unhurried driving
We plan long drives in daylight and never rush. Comfort and safety come before ticking off sights.
Local knowledge
The quiet temple at dawn, the best rice and curry, the viewpoint with no crowds: your driver knows them all.
Change plans any day
Add a stop, skip a site or stay an extra night. Your trip runs on your schedule.
Signature tours
Popular routes with a private driver
All-round16daysAll-Round Sri Lanka
The whole island in one unforgettable loop
Negombo · Colombo · Galle · Yala · Ella · Nuwara Eliya · Kandy · Sigiriya · Trincomalee · Anuradhapura · Wilpattu
FromUS$1,020 pp
Classic route12daysThe Ceylon Classic
The island's greatest hits, at an unhurried pace
Negombo · Dambulla · Sigiriya · Polonnaruwa · Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Ella · Yala · Mirissa · Galle
FromUS$770 pp
Hill country7daysTea, Trains & Waterfalls
A week in the cool green heart of the island
Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Horton Plains · Ella
FromUS$410 pp
Good to know
Questions, answered.
How much does a private driver cost in Sri Lanka?
With us, a car with an English-speaking chauffeur-guide costs from about US$90 a day, and a van for up to 9 guests from about US$100 a day, based on around 100 km of driving. Fuel, tolls and your driver's costs are included. Our online booking page shows the exact price for your route.
Where does the driver sleep and eat?
Most hotels in Sri Lanka have rooms for drivers. Your driver's meals and accommodation are included in our price, so you never pay extra.
How many hours a day does the driver work?
Your driver is with you from about 8am to 6pm, and we plan longer drives in daylight for safety. Early starts for sunrise or safaris are no problem: just tell your driver the day before.
Can the driver also be our guide?
Yes. Our chauffeur-guides speak English and know the history, food and wildlife of the island. At big sites like Sigiriya or the Temple of the Tooth you can also hire a local expert guide.
Can we change the plan during the trip?
Of course. Add a stop, skip a site or stay an extra night. Your driver will help, and we'll always tell you before anything costs extra.
Should we tip our driver?
Tips are never expected but always appreciated. Many guests tip around US$10 to 15 a day at the end of the trip, depending on how happy they are.
Ready when you are
Get a price for your route
Tell us your dates and the places you'd love to see. We'll reply with a clear, all-in price, usually within one working day.