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Sri Lanka · Private trip

Checklist before booking a private driver

Write down each provider's answers so you can compare routes and included services before deciding. Some questions may not apply to your trip.

1. Route and travel days

  • Which stops, hotels and detours are included in the agreed route?
  • How long is each journey likely to take, and where can you stop for breaks?
  • Are there days without driving? Can individual stages be adjusted?
  • How will changes caused by weather, traffic or a delayed flight be agreed?

2. Vehicle and passengers

  • What vehicle will be provided, and is there enough room for everyone and their luggage?
  • Will it be available for every agreed stage?
  • Travelling with children? Confirm suitable child seats for their age and size for every journey.
  • Do you need extra space or help getting in and out of the vehicle? Raise this before booking.

3. Inclusions and total price

  • Which journeys, driver services and fees are included?
  • What is paid separately, such as entrance tickets, safaris, meals or hotels?
  • How are extra stops or route changes charged?
  • What currency, payment methods, deposit and deadlines apply?

Comparison tip: Compare total prices only after checking that the routes and included services are similar.

4. Pickup and communication

  • Where exactly will you meet at the airport or hotel?
  • How can you reach your contact person on arrival day?
  • What waiting time is included if your flight is delayed?
  • Who coordinates changes during the trip?

5. Booking terms

  • What are the cancellation and change terms?
  • What happens if the agreed vehicle or driver becomes unavailable?
  • Are the route, vehicle, child seats and all promised services confirmed in writing?

Short inquiry template

We are travelling from [date] to [date] with [number of adults] adults and [number and ages/sizes of children] children. Our planned route is [places]. Please tell us the vehicle type, luggage space, likely travel times, possible breaks, included and additional services, total price, payment and cancellation terms, and what happens if our flight is delayed. Child seats needed: [details].