Embark on a 7 night private tour of Sri Lanka's highlights, including ancient temples, tea plantations, and stunning beaches with an English-speaking guide. Then unwind at the luxurious R Degrees Luxury Boutique Hotel 4* in Ambalangoda.

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11 nights: 7 night tour and 4 nights in Ambalangoda

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15 nights: 7 night tour and 8 nights in Ambalangoda

Enjoy a 7-night private tour of Sri Lanka with an English-speaking driver-guide. Between visits to ancient Buddhist temples, jeep safaris to encounter local wildlife and train journeys through lush tea plantations, you are sure to be enchanted by this beautiful country. 

Your itinerary:

Day 1: Negombo

Day 2 and 3: Sigiriya

Day 4 and 5: Kandy

Day 6: Nuwara-Eliya

Day 7: Tissamaharama

Day 8: Departure - Seaside extension

Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport and meet your tour guide in the arrivals hall, who will accompany you throughout your tour from days 1 to 8.

• Private transfer to your hotel
• Night in Negombo

Day 2: Sigirya 

Head to Sigiriya and visit The Ruwanweli Maha Seya - one of the most significant and venerated stupas in Buddhism - which stands 103 meters tall and is a symbol of Sri Lanka's rich cultural and religious heritage.

See Isurumuniya, a Buddhist temple renowned for its exquisite rock carvings and notable sculptures such as the Isurumuniya Lovers, the Horseman, and the Elephant Pond.

You will also get to visit Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, a historical sacred bo tree in the Mahamewuna Garden of Anuradhapura.

• Breakfast and dinner included
• Optional sightseeing trip of the whole ancient city of Anuradhapura (at an extra cost; to be selected when booking)
• Night in Sigiriya

Day 3: Sigiriya

Early in the morning, get ready to climb the Lion Rock of Sigiriya, accompanied by your driver-guide.

Declared the Eighth Wonder of the World by UNESCO, Sigiriya (the Lion Rock) is an ancient stone and rock fortress and palace ruin in the centre of Dambulla, surrounded by the remains of a vast network of gardens and reservoirs.

Please note: If you wish to climb to the summit, it will take you around 2 to 3 hours. 

• Breakfast and dinner included
• Optional trip to Polonnaruwa, UNESCO World Heritage site (at an extra cost; to be selected when booking)
• Night in Sigiriya

Stop en route to Kandy at the Dambulla cave temple, where 5 caves house ancient paintings depicting the Buddha and his life.

Visit the Ayurvedic village of Matale and one of the Hindu temples, whose monumental entrance tower is the tallest in Sri Lanka, and end the day with a trip to the ornate Temple of the Tooth after you arrive in Kandy. 

• Breakfast and dinner
• Cultural Kandyan dance show in Kandy at around 4.30 pm
• Night in Kandy

Day 5: Kandy

Enjoy a walking tour of the Udawattakeles forest, which is home to around 400 plant species.

After, go on a short tour of Kandy - a vibrant city nestled amidst lush green hills and dense tropical forest with the magnificent Kandy Lake as the focal point.

Please note: The duration is approximately 1 hour.

• Breakfast and dinner
• Visit the batik and woodcarving centre
• Night in Kandy

Day 6: Nuwara - Eliya 

Move on to Nuwara-Eliya and enjoy a train ride from Kandy to Nanu Oya. The train still follows the legendary route built in the 19th century and passes through picturesque mountains and beautiful unspoilt landscapes. 

Get an insight into the art of growing and producing Sri Lanka's famous Ceylon tea when you visit a tea plantation and a tea factory. 

Please note: The train journey will be confirmed subject to availability and the class of train tickets will depend on the availability of 1st, 2nd or 3rd class seats (duration: approximately 3 hours).

Please also note: tea pluckers are not available on public holidays.

• Breakfast and dinner
• Night in Kandy

Enjoy an unforgettable 3-hour jeep safari in Yala National Park (starting at around 2:30 pm).

Located in the southeastern part of the island, in the semi-arid region bordering the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka's second-largest national park is home to numerous mammals, including the highest density of leopards in the world.

• Breakfast and dinner included
• Night in Tissamaharama

Day 8: Departure

• Breakfast included
• Transfer to airport for your flight to the Maldives

At each of your stops, retire to comfortable rooms in the following carefully selected hotels:

Negombo: Pledge Scape 4*

Sigiriya: Hotel Sigiriya 4*

Kandy: Radisson Hotel Kandy 4*

Nuwara-Eliya: Mirage Kings Cottage 4*

Tissamaharama: Chaarya Resort 4* 

If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply. 

Learn more about the places you visit from your English-speaking guide.

Embark on an enriching excursion to the Ancient City of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka, where you'll explore the well-preserved ruins of a once-thriving Buddhist civilization, including majestic stupas and ancient monasteries.

The historic city of Polonnaruwa is full of ruins and sculptures from the 11th to 13th centuries. The city actually consists of three parts, Dalada Maluwa, the northern monuments, and the royal citadel. Most of the ruins are in the Dalada Maluwa, also called Quadrangle 'square'. 

Choose a peaceful getaway near Bentota to Ambalangoda, a coastal town in Galle's southern district at the R Degrees Luxury Boutique Hotel 4*. Nestling in a lush tropical setting, surrounded by palm groves and facing the Indian Ocean, this hotel harmoniously combines comfort and a cosy atmosphere with wooded interiors and charm. Try the sublime spa or head to the private beach for some quality relaxation time, and dine every evening in the tempting onsite restaurant.

Elegantly adorned with natural elements like wood and cladding, your Deluxe room will be a cosy refuge during your stay.

Upgrade your stay and enjoy the comfort of a luxurious suite, complete with ocean views, a Jacuzzi, and a private balcony.

This is a half board stay (breakfast and your evening meal served in the main buffet restaurant - excludes drinks). Please see the details section for further information about your board basis.   

Planning a trip for the festive period? Guests booking to stay on Christmas Eve (24th December) or New Year’s Eve (31st December) have a gala dinner included in their booking.    

For ultimate relaxation upgrade to full board with your breakfast, lunch, and evening meal served in the main buffet restaurant (you can select this at the next stage of the booking process). Drinks are excluded and conditions may apply.  

Treat yourself to an all inclusive stay with breakfast, lunch, an evening meal, and a selection of snacks and drinks included (you can select this at the next stage of the booking process). Conditions may apply. Treat yourself to an all inclusive stay with breakfast, lunch, an evening meal, and a selection of snacks and drinks included (you can select this at the next stage of the booking process). Conditions may apply. 

Find harmony with your body and mind in the tranquil spa. Enter a cocoon of wellness and feel a deep sense of relaxation and calm with one of the treatments or massages available. If you want to keep fit, head to the fitness centre, or simply soak up the sun by the outdoor pool or on the private beach.

Explore the rich Sri Lankan wildlife of Udawalawe National Park, discover spectacular scenery and enjoy an authentic safari experience. Travel in a jeep with a team of expert drivers who will guide you through picturesque trails on an unforgettable adventure.

Explore one of Sri Lanka's ecological treasures with this guided hike in the Sinharaja Forest Reserve and enjoy the unspoilt natural beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage rainforest.

Immerse yourself in a day rich in discovery in Galle, a city steeped in history, biodiversity and adventure. Explore Galle's magnificent Fort, meet turtles at a dedicated hatchery, and enjoy a peaceful boat ride on the picturesque Madu River.

With 8 Unesco World Heritage Sites to be found on such a small area of land and a 2,000 year old culture, Sri Lanka is as fascinating as it is beautiful. A destination that is often skipped by many a traveller on their trips to India or Asia, Sri Lanka remains one of the Indo-Asian best kept secrets. Visit its ancient sites and marvel over its legendary temples, or see the sacred home of the world’s oldest living tree, Anuradhapura.

Take a tour in one of Sri Lanka’s national parks to encounter elephants, leopards, water buffaloes, and exotic birds, or spend the day relaxing on the dazzlingly white, often untrodden, beaches. Try your hand at a little surfing or retreat up into the Sri Lankan hills to experience a more temperate climate and the lavish greenery of the tea plantations. In addition, you can even trek through the rainforests with an experienced guide or just take in the breathtaking vistas on a spectacular train ride. With fabulously flavoursome food and a vast array of culturally rich experiences to delve into, Sri Lanka promises to be one of your best-loved travel destinations, where the charm of the people will simply enchant you.