Embark on a personalized 12-day tour of Sri Lanka’s history, culture, wildlife, and beaches. Enjoy a hassle-free experience with curated hotels and activities. Explore temples, villages, waterfalls, and UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Embark on a personalized 12-day tour of Sri Lanka’s history, culture, wildlife, and beaches. Enjoy a hassle-free experience with curated hotels and activities. Explore temples, villages, waterfalls, and UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Negombo
Negombo Beach - Upon arrival, enjoy a warm welcome at the airport.
Travel to the hotel in Negombo (30 minutes).
Spend a few hours relaxing on the beach and stay the first night in Negombo.
Depending on your arrival time, explore Negombo’s attractions such as the Fish Market, enjoy the beach, and take an evening stroll along the main…
Negombo
Negombo Beach - Upon arrival, enjoy a warm welcome at the airport.
Travel to the hotel in Negombo (30 minutes).
Spend a few hours relaxing on the beach and stay the first night in Negombo.
Depending on your arrival time, explore Negombo’s attractions such as the Fish Market, enjoy the beach, and take an evening stroll along the main street.
Prepare for the exciting journey ahead.
Dambulla
Dambulla - Travel to Dambulla (3 hours).
Enjoy a 2-night stay in the Dambulla area.
While in Dambulla, visit the renowned Cave Temples and explore the local spice gardens.
Golden Temple of Dambulla - Embark on a hike to the impressive rock cave temples, home to large Buddha statues. A local tour guide will lead you through this magnificent ancient monastery carved into the rock. As with all temples, guests must dress appropriately, covering shoulders and legs.
Sigiriya
Sigiriya Craft Village - Experience a guided village tour. Ride a traditional bullock cart through a local village to a nearby lake. Then, board a traditional boat to cross the lake to a village house. Participate in a cooking demonstration and enjoy tasting the local cuisine you prepare.
Pidurangala Rock - This lesser-known hike offers breathtaking views of the main attraction, Sigiriya, from the peak of Pidurangala Rock. Visit around 4:30 pm to catch the sunset and enjoy the cool breeze while taking in panoramic views of the surrounding area.
Kandy
Kandy - Travel to Kandy (3.5 hours).
Spend 2 nights in the hill capital of Kandy.
While in Kandy, visit the Royal Botanical Gardens, the Temple of the Tooth Relic of the Buddha, Udawattakele Sanctuary, and more.
Royal Botanical Gardens - The driver will drop you off at the garden entrance, which features over 4,000 plant species, including orchids, spices, medicinal plants, and palm trees. The “National Herbarium of Sri Lanka” is also located here. Spend time strolling and discovering Sri Lanka’s flora and fauna.
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic - Enjoy a guided tour inside what locals call Sri Dalada Maligawa, the second UNESCO World Heritage site on this journey. This beautiful temple, built during the Kingdom of Kandy era, houses a tooth of the Buddha. To enter, dress appropriately and remove your shoes. The Kandy Temple is also known for the annual Asela Perahera Festival in August.
Kandyan Cultural Centre - Stroll through Kandy city and the famous Kandy Lake. Visit the Cultural Center to witness a traditional Kandyan dance performance, then explore the gem museum and gallery.
Nuwara-Eliya
Nuwara Eliya - Travel to Nuwara-Eliya (3 hours).
Spend 1 night in Nuwara-Eliya.
Known as Tea Country and sometimes referred to as Little England, visit a tea factory and enjoy the many tea estates and waterfalls in the area. The cool climate means packing a sweater is advisable.
Ella
Ella - Take a train to Ella (3.5 hours).
The driver will drop you off at the train station.
Board the observation train from Nuwara-Eliya to Ella for a scenic journey.
Upon arrival, you will be picked up and driven to your hotel in Ella.
Spend the evening at Chill Cafe Ella.
Ella
Little Adam’s Peak View Point - Meet the driver early in the morning to begin the hike to the 1,141-meter-high peak. The climb is relatively easy, with a well-maintained path. Wear sports shoes for the hour-long climb. Enjoy panoramic views of lush mountains, waterfalls, and fields. On a clear day, you may even see as far as Sri Lanka’s southern coast from the peak.
Nine Arches Bridge - This famous bridge connects two large mountains along the Badulla-Colombo railway. It is a prime example of colonial-era railway construction in the country. Walk through tea fields and a local village to reach the bridge and watch a train pass by.
Spend the evening at Chill Cafe Ella.
Udawalawa
Udawalawa - Travel to Udawalawa (2 hours).
Spend 1 night in the wilderness of Udawalawa.
While in Udawalawa, explore the abundant wildlife, flora, and fauna.
Elephant Transit Home (ETH) - Visit during feeding times at 10:30 am, 2:30 pm, and 6:30 pm. Observe orphaned elephant calves being cared for and fed until they are strong enough to return to the wild.
Mirissa
Mirissa - Travel to the hotel in Mirissa (2 hours).
Spend 2 nights on the beaches around Mirissa.
Enjoy various beach activities such as scuba diving, snorkeling, and surfing. Visit the many beach bars and restaurants or dance the night away at a beach party.
Mirissa Beach - Enjoy a free day for surfing, swimming, and beach activities at Weligama Bay, Mirissa Bay, and Ahangama Bay. Relax by the beach.
Mirissa
Mirissa Beach - Enjoy a free beach day to swim and relax. Visit cafes and bars along the beach.
Colombo
Colombo - Travel to Colombo (2 hours).
Spend 1 night in the capital city of Colombo.
Airport for Departure/Continue Stay after Tour
Katunayake - Check out of the hotel and be driven to the airport to catch your connecting flight out of Sri Lanka.
If you are staying in Sri Lanka, the tour concludes, and the driver/guide will bid you farewell.
- Private transportation
- Concierge services tailored to your needs
- Daily breakfast included
- Luxurious dinner experiences
- Over 14 activities and sites to explore
- Knowledgeable English-speaking chauffeur guide
- 11 nights in comfortable accommodations
- Private transportation
- Concierge services tailored to your needs
- Daily breakfast included
- Luxurious dinner experiences
- Over 14 activities and sites to explore
- Knowledgeable English-speaking chauffeur guide
- 11 nights in comfortable accommodations
- Air Fares
- Personal Expenses
- Elephant Transit Home Admission is $5.00 per person
- Air Fares
- Personal Expenses
- Elephant Transit Home Admission is $5.00 per person
We provide a personalized guided experience through Sri Lanka in your own chauffeur driven private vehicle. We take the hassle out of booking hotels and finding activities . Take your own time, Flexible schedule and activities. Think of it as your personal vehicle and driver taking you around the Island with all hotels curated, booked and waiting for…
We provide a personalized guided experience through Sri Lanka in your own chauffeur driven private vehicle. We take the hassle out of booking hotels and finding activities . Take your own time, Flexible schedule and activities. Think of it as your personal vehicle and driver taking you around the Island with all hotels curated, booked and waiting for your arrival.
The journey starts with a showcase of history and culture before climbing up to the hills to see the picturesque mountain ranges filled with lush tea plantations. Then you decent down to the jungles to experience some wildlife at a national park. Finally you set direction to the coast to spend some relaxing time on the beaches before ending on the western coastal capital Colombo.
You will travel through 6 major towns around the Island and visit 4 UNESCO World heritage sites. This trip covers temples, local village experiences, beaches, waterfalls and historic sites all packed into 12 days.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.