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Private journey · 8 days / 7 nights

Sri Lanka
Signature Escape.

Ancient heritage, sacred Kandy, misty tea country, wild Yala, golden Bentota beaches and cosmopolitan Colombo in one privately chauffeured journey.

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SigiriyaKandyNuwara EliyaEllaYalaBentotaColombo

Tour overview

Heritage, Mountains,
Wildlife & Coast.

Embark on an unforgettable eight-day journey through ancient heritage, misty mountains, wildlife-rich wilderness, tropical beaches and cosmopolitan Colombo.

Discover Dambulla and Sigiriya, experience Kandy's sacred culture, travel through Nuwara Eliya and Ella, search for wildlife in Yala and unwind beside the golden shores of Bentota.

Combining UNESCO World Heritage Sites, cultural traditions, spectacular scenery, wildlife and coastal leisure, this privately chauffeured journey is an ideal introduction to Sri Lanka.

White temple entrance beneath the rock overhang at Dambulla
Dambulla heritage
Colourful traditional Sri Lankan masks displayed in Kandy
Traditional Mask Artistry
Nine Arch Bridge surrounded by Ella's green hills
Ella landscapes
Spotted deer drinking in a forest wetland
Yala wildlife

Day-by-day itinerary

Eight Memorable Days
Across Sri Lanka.

Every day can be refined around your arrival time, interests, preferred pace and hotel style.

Day01

Sigiriya · Cultural Triangle

Arrival, Dambulla & Tropical Landscapes

Meet your English-speaking chauffeur-guide at Bandaranaike International Airport and travel into Sri Lanka's Cultural Triangle. En route, visit the UNESCO-listed Dambulla Cave Temple before continuing to Sigiriya for check-in and leisure.

  • Private airport welcome and scenic transfer
  • Dambulla Cave Temple, murals and Buddhist statues
  • Time to relax amid Sigiriya's tropical landscapes

Overnight: Sigiriya Approx. travel: 4–4½ hours, excluding Dambulla

Day02

Kandy · Cultural heritage

Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Sacred Kandy

Begin at the legendary Sigiriya Rock Fortress, then travel through Matale to Kandy. Visit Sri Muthumariamman Temple and a spice garden before discovering Kandy Lake, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and an optional Kandyan cultural dance performance.

  • Sigiriya's water gardens, frescoes and royal ruins
  • Sri Muthumariamman Temple and a traditional spice garden
  • Temple of the Tooth Relic and Kandy Lake

Overnight: Kandy Approx. travel: 3½–4½ hours, excluding sightseeing

Day03

Nuwara Eliya · Tea country

Botanic Gardens, Waterfalls & Ceylon Tea

Visit the Royal Botanic Gardens in Peradeniya, then journey through the highlands to Ramboda Falls and a traditional tea factory. Continue to Seetha Amman Temple, Gregory Lake, Victoria Park and the historic Nuwara Eliya Post Office.

  • Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya
  • Ramboda Falls and Ceylon tea tasting
  • Nuwara Eliya's temples, parks and colonial landmarks

Overnight: Nuwara Eliya Approx. travel: 3–4 hours, excluding sightseeing

Day04

Yala · Ella landscapes

Mountain Landmarks & Journey to the Wilderness

Descend from the highlands toward Yala, stopping in the Ella region to discover Nine Arch Bridge, Mahamevnawa Buddhist Monastery and Ravana Falls. Arrive in Yala and relax before the next morning's safari.

  • Nine Arch Bridge
  • Mahamevnawa Buddhist Monastery
  • Ravana Falls and changing mountain scenery

Overnight: Yala Approx. travel: 4–5 hours, excluding sightseeing

Day05

Bentota · Wildlife & coast

Yala Safari & the Southwest Coast

Begin with an early-morning jeep safari through Yala National Park in search of leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles and birds. Afterwards, follow the southern coastline to Bentota for beach leisure and sunset.

  • Early-morning Yala jeep safari
  • Wildlife viewing across forests, grasslands and lagoons
  • Bentota's golden beach and Indian Ocean sunset

Overnight: Bentota Approx. travel: 4–5 hours, excluding safari

Day06

Bentota · Coastal leisure

Madu River, Turtle Conservation & Beach Time

Cruise through the mangrove waterways of the Madu River and visit a sea-turtle conservation centre. Return to Bentota in the afternoon for beach relaxation and a tropical sunset.

  • Madu River boat safari and mangrove tunnels
  • Cinnamon-island and river-culture experiences
  • Sea-turtle conservation visit and Bentota Beach

Overnight: Bentota Approx. local travel: 2–3 hours, excluding boat safari

Day07

Colombo · Capital discovery

Heritage, Culture & City Life

Travel by expressway to Colombo and explore the city's colonial heritage and modern skyline. Visit Pettah, Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque, Fort, the Dutch Hospital precinct, Independence Square and Galle Face Green, with opportunities for street food and evening entertainment.

  • Pettah Market, Fort and Dutch Hospital
  • Independence Memorial Hall and Colombo Lotus Tower
  • Sunset at Galle Face Green

Overnight: Colombo Approx. travel: 1½–2 hours from Bentota, plus touring

Day08

Colombo · Departure

Final Moments in Sri Lanka

Enjoy a leisurely morning at the hotel or use the remaining time for shopping and relaxation. At the appropriate time, transfer privately to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure.

  • Leisurely hotel breakfast and free time
  • Last-minute shopping for tea, spices and handicrafts
  • Private airport transfer

Departure day Approx. travel: 45–75 minutes, subject to traffic

Proposed accommodation

Comfortable Stays,
Across the Island.

These hotels and meal plans are proposed as a guide and remain subject to availability. A comparable property will be arranged when necessary.

DestinationProposed hotelNightsMeal plan
SigiriyaAmaya Lake1Half Board
KandyThilanka Hotel1Half Board
Nuwara EliyaWinchester Little England1Half Board
YalaEKHO Safari1Half Board
BentotaEKHO Surf2Bed & Breakfast
ColomboNH Collection Colombo1Bed & Breakfast

What's covered

Tour Inclusions
& Exclusions.

Your final quotation will clearly confirm every included service, attraction, activity and meal arrangement.

Included

  • Seven nights in the confirmed hotels and resorts
  • Meal plans shown in the confirmed accommodation schedule
  • Private air-conditioned transportation throughout
  • Professional English-speaking chauffeur-guide
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers
  • Confirmed sightseeing and excursions
  • Entrance fees included in the final itinerary
  • Yala safari jeep and park charges where confirmed
  • Madu River boat safari where confirmed
  • One litre of bottled water per person per touring day

Not included

  • International airfare
  • Visa fees and travel insurance
  • Meals and beverages not specifically confirmed
  • Optional excursions and activities
  • Minibar, laundry, porterage, tips and gratuities
  • Camera or video permits where applicable
  • Early check-in or late check-out unless arranged
  • Personal expenses and guest-requested changes
  • Any service not expressly listed in the final quotation

Important information

Designed with Care.
Operated with Flexibility.

Availability. Hotels, room categories, activities and services are confirmed only after availability and payment requirements are met.

Journey conditions. Travel times are approximate. Weather, traffic, road conditions, attraction operations or safety considerations may require sensible adjustments.

Wildlife and weather. Wildlife sightings, weather conditions and exact travel times cannot be guaranteed.

Religious sites. Cover shoulders and knees, remove footwear where requested and follow local guidance at temples and sacred sites.

Travel documents. Guests are responsible for passports, visas, travel insurance and entry requirements. Please share dietary, medical or mobility needs before confirmation.

Make it yours

Use This Route
as Your Starting Point.

Add nights in the Cultural Triangle, slow the pace in the mountains, spend longer beside the ocean or choose hotels that match your preferred style.

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