{"id":68,"date":"2025-12-21T15:50:52","date_gmt":"2025-12-21T15:50:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/srilanka-charter.com\/media\/?p=68"},"modified":"2026-01-17T11:45:08","modified_gmt":"2026-01-17T11:45:08","slug":"lankame","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/srilanka-charter.com\/media\/it\/lankame\/","title":{"rendered":"Noleggia un autista privato con una guida autorizzata tramite LankaMe e crea il tuo tour personalizzato dello Sri Lanka!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sri Lanka is a country full of attractions\u2014UNESCO World Heritage sites, scenic tea-train journeys, safaris, and beach resorts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, public transportation is not well developed, so planning a private tour on your own can be quite challenging. In those cases, a car hire service with a driver can be a great help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In this article, I\u2019d like to clearly explain what LankaMe is and what kind of service it offers for arranging a private driver in Sri Lanka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

No overcharging\uff01 Fare is fixed in advance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When using taxis or private cars in emerging countries, the biggest thing to watch out for is unexpected additional fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In some cases, you may think the agreed price covers the trip, only to be charged extra later due to \u201cexcess distance\u201d or similar reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"Emma<\/span><\/div>
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In fact, when I first visited Sri Lanka, I was surprised to be charged nearly twice the amount we had originally agreed on.<\/p>\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

In Sri Lanka as well, it\u2019s common to have a flat rate up to a certain distance, but once you exceed, for example, 100 km or 150 km, you\u2019ll be charged a higher rate for the extra distance. What makes it worse is that the mileage is often self-reported by the driver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"Ravi<\/span><\/div>
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There are even cases where you actually traveled only 150 km, but it is reported as 220 km.<\/p>\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

\"\"Emma<\/span><\/div>
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When the total cost isn\u2019t fixed from the start, you may end up spending your trip feeling anxious every day about how much you\u2019ll be charged.<\/p>\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, with LankaMe, they estimate the expected driving distance in advance and provide you with a fixed, flat-rate price. Below are LankaMe\u2019s rates. While the quote may vary slightly depending on the season and distance, the base prices are generally presented as follows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u203bThe Platinum Plan will be explained later in this article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

They offer not only sedan-type vehicles, but also options suitable for larger groups such as van-type and big van-type vehicles. The pricing is structured so that the longer the charter period, the more cost-effective it becomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"Emma<\/span><\/div>
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To find out the exact quote for your trip, it\u2019s best to contact them and ask!<\/p>\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\u3000LankaMe<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

You Can Arrange a Licensed Driver-Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When traveling, many people want to learn more about major attractions such as UNESCO World Heritage sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For those travelers, LankaMe is a great option. With LankaMe\u2019s Platinum Plan, you can book a driver who holds an official tour-guide license for an additional \u00a38\u2013\u00a310 per day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In Sri Lanka, there is a qualification for drivers who can also provide sightseeing guidance called the Chauffeur Guide License<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tour drivers can become a chauffeur guide driver<\/strong> by completing training and passing an exam. It is a strict certification that also requires regular training and license renewals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With LankaMe\u2019s Platinum Plan, a chauffeur guide driver can be arranged, allowing you to enjoy your trip to Sri Lanka almost as if you had a dedicated tour guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"LankaMe's<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
\"\"Emma<\/span><\/div>
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It\u2019s a fantastic plan\u2014you can enjoy guided sightseeing while keeping costs down!<\/p>\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\u3000LankaMe<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

By the way, even with the Standard Plan, you will be assigned a driver who holds the government-approved Tourist Driver License<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While a Tourist Driver is not allowed to accompany you into sightseeing spots, they focus on providing service as a professional driver\u2014safely and reliably taking travelers to their destinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plan Your Itinerary with an Experienced Local Manager<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sri Lanka has so many highlights that putting together an itinerary can be challenging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\u201cThe<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

With many mountain roads, it can be difficult to figure out the best routes to visit all the places you want to see.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s why LankaMe also offers a service where you can plan your itinerary while consulting with a local manager who has over 20 years of experience as a Chauffeur Guide Driver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"Ravi<\/span><\/div>
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Because you can build your itinerary together with someone who knows the area inside and out as a chauffeur guide, you can create the best possible travel plan!<\/p>\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

\"\"Emma<\/span><\/div>
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That means even first-time travelers like me can feel at ease. And it\u2019s also a big plus that you can consult in English!<\/p>\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

No prepayment required! Free cancellation up to 7 days before your trip<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With LankaMe, you make payment when you meet the driver on-site and again after the service has been completed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So there\u2019s no need to pay any deposit or prepayment in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n

\"\"Ravi<\/span><\/div>
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Here\u2019s the process from inquiry to the end of your trip<\/p>\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

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PASSO<\/span><\/div>
Submit an inquiry<\/div>
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Fill out a simple form on the inquiry page<\/a> and send your request.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

PASSO<\/span><\/div>
Receive a price quote<\/div>
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Based on the rough itinerary you provide, they will present the price and service details.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

PASSO<\/span><\/div>
Make a reservation (no payment required)<\/div>
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Choose either the Standard or Platinum plan and confirm that you\u2019d like to book. No payment is required at this stage.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

PASSO<\/span><\/div>
Plan the itinerary with the local manager<\/div>
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Work out the itinerary details with the local manager. You can cancel up to one week before your trip starts.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

PASSO<\/span><\/div>
Arrive in Sri Lanka<\/div>
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When you arrive and meet the driver, you pay around 10% by credit card.
Since tipping is customary, you\u2019ll give a daily tip of \u00a35\u2013\u00a310 (\u20ac5\u2013\u20ac10)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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PASSO<\/span><\/div>
Final day<\/div>
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After completing the final day\u2019s itinerary, you pay the remaining ~90% to the driver in cash.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Sintesi<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To summarize, LankaMe offers the following features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2714\ufe0e A fixed-rate pricing system for peace of mind
\u2714\ufe0e Government-licensed drivers arranged for you
\u2714\ufe0e With the Platinum Plan, the driver can accompany you at sightseeing spots and provide explanations
\u2714\ufe0e No prepayment required
\u2714\ufe0e You can build your itinerary together with a local manager<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy an amazing trip to Sri Lanka with LankaMe!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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