Sri lanka 6Days 5Nights Private Tour-Sigiriya ,Kandy,Ella & Galle

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Day 1: Airport Pickup – Transfer to Sigiriya
2 stops
Katunayaka (Pass by)
Meet your driver-guide at Bandaranaike International Airport and begin your journey to Sigiriya .
1
Experience authentic rural Sri Lankan life on a traditional village tour in Hiriduwana. Take a serene catamaran ride across a lotus-filled lake, walk through lush paddy fields, and learn how local families cook traditional rice and curry using clay pots over a wood fire. Enjoy a freshly prepared village-style lunch served on a lotus leaf, then hop on a bullock cart for a short ride – a truly immersive cultural experience away from tourist crowds.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 2
Sigiriya to Kandy
6 stops
2
Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
Rise early to conquer the iconic UNESCO-listed Sigiriya Lion Rock, an ancient sky fortress built by King Kasyapa in the 5th century. Climb 1,200 steps past the famous frescoes of celestial maidens, cross the massive lion paws gateway, and reach the summit for breathtaking 360-degree views of the surrounding jungle and ruined palace gardens. Your guide will share the fascinating story of this rock fortress – one of Sri Lanka's eight World Heritage Sites.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
3
Dambulla Cave Temple
Descend from Sigiriya to visit the magnificent Dambulla Golden Cave Temple, Sri Lanka's best-preserved cave temple complex. Wander through five spectacular caves filled with over 150 ancient Buddha statues, intricate murals, and ceiling paintings dating back over 2,000 years. The serene atmosphere and dramatic views across the dry plains make this UNESCO site a spiritual highlight of the Cultural Triangle.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
4
Ranweli Spice Garden
En route to Kandy, stop at Ranweli Spice Garden in Matale, a fragrant oasis showcasing Sri Lanka's famous spices. Walk through gardens growing cinnamon, cardamom, pepper, nutmeg, and vanilla while an expert explains their traditional medicinal uses. Watch a short cooking demonstration and even enjoy a free herbal foot massage using local products. A great opportunity to purchase authentic, high-quality spices directly from the source – with no pressure to buy.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
5
Kandy View Point
Arrive in the hill capital of Kandy and head straight to the famous Kandy Viewpoint. Perched on a hillside overlooking the city, this photo stop offers a stunning panoramic view of Kandy Lake, the city skyline, and surrounding misty mountains. Your driver-guide will point out key landmarks before you descend into the city center.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
6
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Visit the most sacred Buddhist temple in Sri Lanka – the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. Housed within the royal palace complex of the last Kandyan kingdom, this UNESCO World Heritage site contains the revered tooth relic of Lord Buddha. Observe the beautifully carved woodwork, intricate paintings, and gold and silver offerings. If timing aligns, you may witness the evening puja (offering) ceremony with rhythmic drumming and fragrant incense.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
7
Kandy Lake Club - Cultural Dance Show
End your day with an energetic and colorful Kandyan Cultural Dance Performance at a traditional theater in Kandy. Enjoy the rhythmic beat of drummers, graceful dancers in elaborate costumes, and dramatic fire-walking displays. The show features traditional devil dances, the thrilling "fire dance," and a grand finale where dancers walk barefoot over burning coals – a mesmerizing introduction to Sri Lanka's vibrant performing arts heritage.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Kandy to ELLA
4 stops
8
Isini Gems & Jewellers
Discover why Sri Lanka has been called the "Jewel Box of the Indian Ocean" with a visit to Isni Gems, a reputable gem museum and showroom in Kandy. Learn how sapphires, rubies, moonstones, and cat's eyes are mined, cut, and polished. Watch skilled craftsmen at work and see rough stones transformed into stunning jewelry. A fascinating educational stop – no purchase obligation, but quality-certified pieces are available at fair prices.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
9
Blue Field Tea Factory
Experience the heart of Sri Lanka's famous Ceylon tea industry with a guided tour of Blue Field Tea Factory and surrounding plantations in Nuwara Eliya. Walk through rolling, manicured tea fields where women pluck "two leaves and a bud." Inside the factory, see the fascinating process of withering, rolling, fermenting, drying, and grading tea. End with a complimentary tasting of pure Ceylon tea – from light, floral notes to strong, robust flavors. Great opportunity to buy fresh, high-grade tea directly from the producer.
55 minutes • Admission ticket free
Nuwara Eliya (Pass by)
Passing through Nuwara Eliya City to Ambewela Railway station
10
Climb aboard for the highlight of any Sri Lanka hill country tour – the iconic scenic train ride from Ambewela to Ella. This roughly 2–3 hour journey takes you through misty mountains, rolling tea estates, eucalyptus forests, and dramatic valleys with cascading waterfalls. Wave to local children, feel the cool breeze through open windows, and capture Instagram-worthy photos of endless green hills. Your driver will be waiting for you at Ella Station with your luggage – no need to carry heavy bags on the train.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Ella to Mirissa via Yala Safari
3 stops
11
Nine Arches Bridge
Start your day with a visit to the iconic Nine Arches Bridge, one of Sri Lanka's most photographed landmarks. Located in the lush jungle outside Ella, this colonial-era railway bridge stands 80 feet tall and spans 300 feet using only brick, rock, and cement – no steel. Walk along the tracks, wait for a passing train to capture that perfect photo, and admire the stunning valley views. Your driver-guide will take you to the best viewpoint and share the fascinating history of this engineering marvel built during British rule.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
12
Ravana Ella Falls
En route from Ella toward Yala, stop at the dramatic Ravana Falls – one of Sri Lanka's widest and most famous waterfalls. Cascading from a height of 25 meters, this falls is steeped in legend, connected to the ancient Ramayana epic where King Ravana is said to have hidden Princess Sita in nearby caves. During the rainy season, the falls become a massive, thundering curtain of water. A perfect spot for photos, a quick leg stretch, and even a cool dip in the pool below (when conditions are safe).
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
13
Yala National Park
Embark on an unforgettable afternoon wildlife safari in Yala National Park, Sri Lanka's most famous and wildlife-rich reserve. Climb aboard a rugged 4x4 jeep with an experienced local tracker and venture into the park's diverse landscapes – dry jungles, freshwater lakes, sand dunes, and coastal lagoons.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 5
Mirissa to Bentota via Galle Fort
4 stops
14
Rise early for an unforgettable whale watching adventure in Mirissa, one of the world's best destinations to see majestic blue whales and sperm whales in their natural habitat. Board a comfortable, safety-equipped boat operated by Kumar Whale Watching, a reputable local operator with experienced skippers and naturalists.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
15
Galle Dutch Fort
After your whale watching adventure, travel to the historic coastal city of Galle for a walking tour of the iconic Galle Fort – a stunning UNESCO World Heritage site. Built by the Portuguese in 1588 and later fortified by the Dutch, this living fort is the best-preserved colonial-era fortification in South Asia.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
16
KOSGODA Turtle Conservation and Research Centre
En route to Bentota, stop at a community-run Turtle Hatchery Farm in Kosgoda, one of Sri Lanka's most important sea turtle conservation projects. Unlike commercial operations, this hatchery works to protect endangered turtle species by collecting eggs from vulnerable beach nests, incubating them safely, and releasing hatchlings into the ocean at night.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
17
Madu River Buddhi Boat Safari Balapitiya
Conclude your day with a serene boat safari along the Madu River, a sprawling wetland ecosystem just south of Bentota. Glide through narrow mangrove tunnels and wide lagoons aboard a private motorboat with a local guide. This 90-minute journey reveals incredible biodiversity and traditional river life.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 6
Bentota to Colombo / Colombo Airport
1 stop
Colombo (Pass by)
Travel from bentota to colombo or airport via colombo city

Additional info

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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