Frequently Asked Questions
The most common questions we get from travelers planning a private Sri Lanka tour.
The west and south coasts (Galle, Mirissa, Bentota) are best from December to March. The east coast (Trincomalee, Arugam Bay) is best from April to September. The hill country (Kandy, Ella, Nuwara Eliya) is pleasant year-round.
Message us on WhatsApp (+94 77 779 8387), email swceylontours@gmail.com, or fill out our booking form. We respond within 24 hours with a custom itinerary and quote. Package inclusions and payment terms depend on the confirmed itinerary and quotation. All accommodation, transport, meals, entrance fees and airport transfers will be clearly stated before booking.
Tour inclusions vary according to the selected package, itinerary and confirmed quotation. Depending on your chosen tour, your package may include accommodation, private air-conditioned transport with an English-speaking chauffeur-guide, breakfast, entrance fees, activities and airport transfers. Your proposal will clearly list everything included before booking. International flights and travel insurance are not included.
Yes — every tour is 100% customizable. Share your interests, dates, budget and pace and we'll craft a private itinerary for you, with no extra design fee.
Sri Lanka welcomes many international visitors each year. As with any destination, travelers should follow current official travel advice, take normal precautions and remain aware of local conditions.
Airport transfers can be included as part of your confirmed tour package or itinerary. Your quotation will clearly show whether airport pickup and departure transfer are included. Standalone transfers from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) are also available.
It depends on your passport nationality. Most tourists need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), applied for online at the official service eta.gov.lk before arrival. Since 25 May 2026 nationals of 40 selected countries can obtain a 30-day tourist ETA free of charge, subject to the official conditions; other nationalities may pay a fee that varies. Requirements and fees can change — always verify with the Sri Lanka Department of Immigration & Emigration (immigration.gov.lk) or the official ETA service before travelling. Last verified: 10 August 2026.
The Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR). Cards are accepted in hotels and city restaurants; cash is needed for small shops, tuk-tuks and rural areas. ATMs are widely available in towns.
Costs depend on duration, hotel category, group size and activities. As a guide, a 7-day private tour with 3-star hotels starts from around US$80 per person per day; luxury 5-star tours from US$200+. Send us your dates for an exact quote.
Yes — all our chauffeur-guides are licensed by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA), speak fluent English, and have 5–15+ years of experience guiding international visitors.
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