Discover Sri Lanka with a private tour planned according to your travel dates, interests, preferred destinations and available time.Ceylon Island Journeys arranges personalised tours with private drivers, chauffeur guides, comfortable vehicles, accommodation and selected activities throughout Sri Lanka.Our main services start from Kosgoda and Bentota, but tours can also begin from Colombo Airport, Colombo, Galle or another confirmed destination.
No two travellers want exactly the same Sri Lanka holiday.Some guests want wildlife safaris and national parks. Others prefer ancient cities, temples, tea plantations, scenic train journeys, beaches or local cultural experiences.A tailor-made tour allows you to select the destinations, activities, hotel category and travel pace that suit you.
We can prepare a private itinerary for:
Your tour can include a complete package or only private transport with a driver.
A standard tour may not include every destination or experience you want. With a tailor-made Sri Lanka tour, you can decide:
We will review your ideas and recommend a practical route based on travel distances and available time.
Please provide your exact hotel name, villa name or pickup address when making an enquiry.
Our main pickup and drop-off areas include
Pickup can also be arranged from
Kosgoda and Bentota are our main service areas. Guests staying at beach hotels, villas and resorts can add a private tour before, during or after their beach stay. Tours can start from:
Your tour may return to the same beach hotel, finish at another hotel or connect with your departure from Colombo Airport.
A tailor-made tour can begin directly from Bandaranaike International Airport.Your driver can meet you after arrival and continue to the first destination in your itinerary. Airport-starting tours may include:
The final route should be planned according to the confirmed arrival time.Tours can also finish at Colombo Airport on the final day.
Short tours are suitable for guests who want to explore inland Sri Lanka during a beach holiday. Possible combinations include:
These tours allow guests to combine several regions at a more comfortable pace. Possible routes include:
Longer tailor-made tours can include a wider range of destinations and experiences. Possible routes may include:
Longer tours can also include additional beach stays, less-visited destinations and more rest days.
A private driver tour is suitable for guests who want comfortable transport and flexibility.This option is ideal for travellers who:
The driver will follow the confirmed route and provide transport between hotels and attractions.
Travel times may change because of traffic, road conditions, weather and hotel location.
Train journeys are subject to ticket availability. Seats cannot be guaranteed before successful reservation.
Wildlife sightings depend on natural conditions. Specific animals cannot be guaranteed.
Opening hours and entry conditions may change. The itinerary may need to be adjusted.
Guests should wear clothing that covers the shoulders and knees. Shoes and hats must be removed where required.
Hotel availability and prices may change until the booking is confirmed.
Private air-conditioned vehicles can be arranged according to the number of travellers and luggage. Vehicle options may include:
Private Cars
Suitable for solo travellers, couples and small families with limited luggage.
Mini Vans
Suitable for families and small groups requiring more passenger and luggage space.
Larger Vans
Suitable for larger families, private groups and travellers carrying additional luggage.
Vehicle selection will consider:
Tours can be adjusted for senior travellers and guests with mobility concerns. Possible adjustments include:
Guests should provide relevant mobility information before the itinerary is prepared.
Couple and honeymoon tours may include:
The itinerary can balance sightseeing with free time.
Tours for active travellers may include:
Activity difficulty and safety requirements should be discussed before confirmation.
Driving times may change because of traffic, weather, road conditions and hotel locations.
Train seats are subject to availability and can only be confirmed after successful reservation.
Specific wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Weather conditions may affect safaris, boat trips, hikes and outdoor activities.
Opening times and entry conditions may change.
Hotel availability and prices may change until the booking is confirmed.
Your private tour may include:
Guests visiting religious places should wear clothing that covers the shoulders and knees.
Wildlife experiences may include:
Safari jeeps and national park visits can be included in the itinerary.Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed because animals live freely in their natural habitats.
Hill-country experiences may include:
Walking activities can be adjusted according to the guest’s fitness and mobility.
A train journey may be included between selected hill-country destinations.Popular routes include:
Train tickets are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed before successful reservation.Private transport will be arranged before and after the train journey.
A tailor-made itinerary may include beach stays in:
The recommended beach area will depend on the travel season and guest preferences.
Optional local experiences may include:
A chauffeur guide combines driving with general destination knowledge and practical assistance during the journey. A chauffeur guide may assist with:
Chauffeur-guide availability should be confirmed before booking.Specialised site guides may be required at some archaeological and heritage attractions.
Accommodation can be included in the tour package or booked independently.Available hotel categories may include:
Hotel recommendations will depend on:
Final hotel prices are subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
Tour packages may include:
Please inform us about:
Meals outside the confirmed hotel plan may be paid for directly by the guest.
Family itineraries can be planned with:
Please provide the ages of all children when requesting a tour.
The exact inclusions depend on the selected package. Possible inclusions include:
The confirmed quotation will clearly list every included service.
Unless specifically stated, the following may be excluded:
The final quotation should clearly explain what is included and excluded.
Please provide:
We will review your information and prepare a practical itinerary. The proposed route will consider:
The quotation will explain:
You can request reasonable changes to the route, hotels or activities before confirmation.
Once confirmed, the agreed services will be arranged for your travel dates.
Yes. We can prepare a private itinerary based on your travel dates, interests and preferred number of days.
Tours can start from Kosgoda, Bentota, Colombo Airport, Colombo, Galle or another confirmed location.
Yes. The final route can be planned according to your flight departure time.
Yes. Your tour, vehicle and itinerary are arranged for your own party.
Yes. Transport-only services are available for guests who have booked their own hotels.
Yes. Chauffeur-guide services can be arranged subject to availability.
Yes. Accommodation can be included according to your preferred category and meal plan.
Yes. We can provide only private transport and driver services.
We can assist with train-ticket arrangements, but seats are subject to availability.
Yes. Safari jeep arrangements can be included for selected national parks.
Yes. Family itineraries can include child-friendly hotels, shorter travel days and suitable activities.
Yes. The itinerary can be adjusted to reduce walking, stairs and long travel days where possible.
Yes. Tailor-made tours can be planned for any suitable duration.
Send your travel dates, passenger details, destinations, hotel preferences and required services by email or WhatsApp.
Send your travel dates, passenger details, destinations, hotel preferences and required services by email or WhatsApp.
Travel with a private driver or chauffeur guide and experience Sri Lanka at a pace that suits you.Choose the destinations, hotels, activities and number of days. Ceylon Island Journeys will help turn your ideas into a practical private tour.
