Journey Overview
Experience the authentic highlights of Sri Lanka with your private Italian/English speaking chauffeur guide. Ascend Sigiriya and Pidurangala rocks, experience traditional village safaris and Ayurvedic massages, marvel at Kandy Temple of the Tooth, ride the world-famous blue train to Ella, encounter wild elephants in Udawalawe, and stroll the colonial ramparts of Galle Fort.
Experience Highlights
Dambulla Golden Cave Temple & traditional village safari
Sunrise Sigiriya Lion Rock climb & Pidurangala sunset with Ayurvedic massage
Hindu Temple, Kandy Temple of the Sacred Tooth & traditional cultural dances
Ramboda Falls, Nuwara Eliya tea plantation, factory tasting & colonial market
World-famous scenic mountain train, Nine Arch Bridge & Little Adam's Peak in Ella
Udawalawe National Park elephant safari, Coconut Tree Hill & Unawatuna beach
Sea Turtle conservation sanctuary, Weligama stilt fishermen & UNESCO Galle Fort
Step by Step
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Airport • Dambulla Golden Temple • Village Safari
Warm welcome at the airport. Journey inland to explore the UNESCO Dambulla Golden Cave Temple complex, followed by an authentic catamaran village safari. Overnight in Sigiriya.
Accommodation: Sigiriya Boutique Lodge / Hotel
Day 2
Sigiriya Rock Fortress • Ayurvedic Massage • Pidurangala Sunset
Early climb of the 5th-century Sigiriya Lion Rock Palace. Indulge in an authentic revitalizing Ayurvedic herbal massage, followed by sunset from Pidurangala Rock. Overnight in Sigiriya.
Accommodation: Sigiriya Boutique Lodge / Hotel
Day 3
Hindu Temple • Temple of the Sacred Tooth • Traditional Dances
Drive to royal Kandy. Visit the vibrant colorful Hindu Temple, followed by the revered Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and an evening Kandyan cultural drumming performance. Overnight in Kandy.
Accommodation: Kandy Grand Hotel / Heritage Resort
Day 4
Ramboda Falls • Tea Plantation & Factory • Nuwara Eliya
Ascend into the misty mountain highlands. Stop at roaring Ramboda Waterfalls, tour an active Ceylon tea plantation and factory with tea tasting, and explore Nuwara Eliya town & fruit market. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Accommodation: The Grand Hotel / Highland Lodge
Day 5
Scenic Blue Train • Nine Arch Bridge • Little Adam's Peak
Board the iconic blue mountain train through tea valleys into Ella. Walk along the historic Nine Arch Bridge and hike up Little Adam's Peak for panoramic views. Overnight in Ella.
Accommodation: 98 Acres Resort / Ella Mountain View
Day 6
Udawalawe Elephant Safari • Coconut Tree Hill • Unawatuna
Early departure at 5:00 AM from Ella for a sunrise 4x4 open-jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park watching elephant herds. Continue to the south coast, visit Coconut Tree Hill in Mirissa, and relax in Unawatuna. Overnight in Unawatuna.
Accommodation: Beach Resort Unawatuna / Galle
Day 7
Sea Turtles • Stilt Fishermen • Galle Fort • Negombo
Visit a sea turtle conservation hatchery, photograph traditional Weligama stilt fishermen, and stroll through the 17th-century UNESCO Galle Dutch Fort ramparts. Comfortable return drive to Negombo. Overnight in Negombo.
Accommodation: Negombo Beach Boutique Resort
Included In Journey
- Private luxury air-conditioned vehicle for entire 7-day tour
- Dedicated private chauffeur guide speaking Italian & English
- All fuel, highway expressway tolls, parking fees, and road taxes
- Driver's meals, accommodation, and daily allowances included
- 6 nights accommodation at hand-picked boutique & luxury hotels
- Daily breakfast & selected dinners
- Airport pick-up and drop-off transfers in Negombo/Colombo
- Bottled fresh mineral spring water throughout the journey
Excluded / Optional
- International flight tickets & Sri Lanka entry visa
- Site entrance tickets to monuments and safari national parks
- Lunch and discretionary personal beverages
- Optional tips / gratuities for driver guide
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