Sri Lanka: 12-Day Private Tour with Driver & Guide

Discover the best of Sri Lanka on a 12-day private tour with a guide. Explore ancient cultural sites, hill country, tea plantations, wildlife, tropical beaches, and historic cities.
Day 1: Airport → Negombo

Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport and meet your private chauffeur/guide. Transfer to Negombo, a charming coastal town near the airport. Relax at your hotel or explore the beach, fishing areas and local surroundings.

Day 2: Negombo → Sigiriya

After breakfast, travel towards the cultural heart of Sri Lanka. Enjoy scenic countryside, traditional villages and tropical landscapes before arriving in the Sigiriya area. Depending on arrival time, enjoy local sightseeing.

Day 3: Sigiriya

Discover the ancient heritage of Sigiriya. Visit the iconic **Sigiriya Rock Fortress**, an impressive ancient citadel surrounded by gardens and archaeological remains. Depending on time and interests, explore additional attractions around Sigiriya and Dambulla.

Day 4: Sigiriya → Kandy

Travel through scenic landscapes to historic Kandy, Sri Lanka's cultural capital. Visit the **Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic**, stroll around Kandy Lake and experience the city's rich cultural atmosphere.

Day 5: Kandy → Nuwara Eliya

Journey into the spectacular central highlands, passing mountains, waterfalls and lush tea plantations. Visit a tea plantation and factory to learn about Ceylon tea production. Explore Nuwara Eliya and enjoy its cool climate and colonial charm.

Day 6: Nuwara Eliya → Ella

Continue through breathtaking hill-country scenery towards Ella. Enjoy panoramic views of tea-covered mountains, valleys and waterfalls before arriving at this beautiful mountain destination.

Day 7: Explore Ella

Discover Ella's highlights, including **Nine Arch Bridge, Little Adam's Peak, Ella Gap and Ravana Falls**. Enjoy scenic walks, hiking, tea plantations or relaxing in the charming town.

Day 8: Ella → Yala

Travel from the mountains to the tropical lowlands of Yala. Enjoy the changing scenery along the way. An optional **Yala National Park safari** offers opportunities to see elephants, crocodiles, deer, wild buffalo and many bird species, with a chance to spot the Sri Lankan leopard.

Day 9: Yala → Mirissa / Galle

Continue to Sri Lanka's beautiful southern coast. Relax on the tropical beaches of Mirissa or discover the historic charm of Galle. Enjoy the coastal scenery and a peaceful evening by the ocean.

Day 10: Southern Coast

Enjoy a relaxed day on the south coast. Explore **Galle Fort**, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or unwind on Mirissa Beach. Seasonal activities such as whale watching can also be arranged.

Day 11: Galle → Colombo

Travel to Colombo, Sri Lanka's commercial capital. Discover a fascinating mix of modern city life, colonial architecture, religious landmarks, shopping areas and local markets.

Day 12: Colombo → Airport

After breakfast, check out and transfer comfortably to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure, concluding your unforgettable Sri Lankan adventure.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.