Private 8-Day Sri-Lanka Tour with Car Transportation

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Colombo
4 stops
1
Colombo National Museum
Explore Sri Lanka’s largest museum, home to a vast collection of artifacts, royal regalia, ancient manuscripts, and colonial relics offering insights into the island’s rich history.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
2
Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple
Visit this eclectic Buddhist temple blending traditional Sri Lankan, Thai, Indian, and Chinese architecture, known for its museum, statues, and serene lakeside setting.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
3
Colombo
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Day 2
Colombo to Anuradhapura
1 stop
5
Anuradhapura Ancient City
Walk through Sri Lanka’s first ancient capital, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring the sacred Sri Maha Bodhi tree, massive stupas like Ruwanwelisaya, and the Jetavanaramaya monastery ruins.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Anuradhapura to Mihintale & Sigiriya
2 stops
6
Mihintale
Climb the rock stairway of Mihintale, a sacred pilgrimage site where Buddhism was introduced to Sri Lanka, with panoramic views, ancient shrines, and meditation spots.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
7
Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
Climb this iconic rock fortress, a UNESCO site with ancient frescoes, landscaped gardens, and the ruins of King Kasyapa’s palace at the summit.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Sigiriya to Polonnaruwa
2 stops
8
Ancient City of Polonnaruwa
Cycle or drive through the well-preserved ruins of Sri Lanka’s medieval capital, including the Royal Palace, Gal Vihara’s rock-carved Buddhas, and large stupas like Rankoth Vehera.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
9
Minneriya National Park
Enjoy an evening safari to witness the famous “Elephant Gathering” and spot other wildlife like deer, peacocks, and crocodiles in their natural habitat.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 5
Polonnaruwa to Dambulla & Kandy
5 stops
10
Dambulla Cave Temple
Climb to the top to explore five ancient cave temples filled with intricate murals and over 150 Buddha statues, nestled in a rock overhang.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
11
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Visit Sri Lanka’s most revered Buddhist temple housing the sacred tooth relic of the Buddha, featuring intricate Kandyan architecture and cultural significance.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
12
Kandy Lake Club - Cultural Dance Show
Kandyan Cultural Dance Show; Watch a lively performance of traditional Kandyan dance and drumming, showcasing the island’s rhythmic culture and colorful heritage.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
13
Kandy
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14
Dambulla
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Day 6
Kandy to Nuwara Eliya via train ride
4 stops
15
Nanu Oya railway station
Scenic Train Ride (Kandy to Nuwara Eliya - Nanu Oya); Enjoy one of the world’s most scenic train rides passing through misty hills, tea estates, waterfalls, and quaint villages.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
16
Damro Labookellie Tea Centre and Tea Garden
Learn how Ceylon tea is grown and processed with a guided tour inside a working tea factory, ending with a fresh cup of premium tea.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
17
Gregory Lake
Relax by this peaceful lake surrounded by colonial-era buildings and gardens, ideal for a short walk or paddle boat ride.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
18
Nuwara Eliya
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Day 7
Nuwara Eliya to Galle
3 stops
19
Galle Dutch Fort
Stroll through this 17th-century Dutch fort, a UNESCO site with cobbled streets, colonial buildings, charming boutiques, and sea views from the ramparts.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
20
Explore exhibits showcasing shipwreck artifacts, colonial trade history, and the maritime heritage of Sri Lanka.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
21
Galle
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Day 8
Departure from Colombo
2 stops
22
Pettah
Explore the bustling Pettah Market for local shopping and street food.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
23
Independence Square
Unwind at Independence Square, a national landmark surrounded by gardens and colonial architecture.
1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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