8 Day Sri Lanka Customized Round Tour with Private Driver

8 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

8 Days Sri Lanka Round Tour - Private Driver, Cultural & Scenic Experience

Enjoy the best of Sri Lanka on this 8-day round tour with a friendly, professional private driver. From cultural landmarks to wildlife safaris and golden beaches, this trip offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.

We also specialize in customized tour packages tailored to your requirements, ensuring you see Sri Lanka your way.

We provide private sightseeing trips, cultural tours, and city excursions, using a range of high-quality vehicles - cars, vans, and minibuses - suitable for solo travelers, couples, families, and groups.

Our goal is to make your journey unique, memorable, and hassle-free, so you can enjoy the beauty of our island with comfort and confidence.

What's Included

Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel surcharge
Parking Fees
Meals are not included, but we can help you find hotels, restaurants, or budget-friendly places to enjoy authentic Sri Lankan food.
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

If you have a specific location or hotel in mind, please let us know-we can arrange pickup directly from there. We also offer airport pickups (Bandaranaike International Airport or other requested locations). Just share your details when booking

Itinerary

Duration: 8 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrival in Colombo & Transfer to Sigiriya

    1 stop
  • 1
    Bandaranaike International Airport

    Pickup from Colombo Airport or hotel Scenic drive to Sigiriya (4–5 hrs) Evening at leisure with traditional Sri Lankan dinner

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Dambulla Caves & Safari Optional

    3 stops
  • 2
    Sigiriya

    Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress (early morning recommended)

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Dambulla Cave Temple

    Visit Dambulla Cave Temples

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Minneriya National Park

    Optional: Afternoon Minneriya Safari

    3 hours Admission ticket not included
  • Day 3

    Drive to Kandy, Temple of the Tooth & Cultural Show

    4 stops
  • 5
    Matale Herbal and Spice Garden

    Stop at a spice garden in Matale

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

    Visit Temple of the Tooth Relic

    3 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Kandy Lake Club - Cultural Dance Show

    Evening cultural dance show Watching

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 8
    Kandy Lake

    walk around Kandy Lake

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 4

    Scenic Journey to Nuwara Eliya (Tea Country)

    5 stops
  • 9
    Damro Labookellie Tea Centre and Tea Garden

    Tea Plantations & Tea Factories – e.g., Labookellie Tea Estate / Mackwoods Tea Factory (popular stops

    3 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 10
    Ramboda Waterfall

    Ramboda Falls - beautiful waterfall along the Kandy–Nuwara Eliya road

    Admission ticket free
  • 11

    Ramboda Tunnel - one of the longest tunnels in Sri Lanka, part of the scenic drive

    Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Gregory Lake

    for boat rides, horse rides, or a walk by the water

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 13
    Nuwara Eliya

    Nuwara Eliya Town & Colonial Buildings

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 5

    Famous Train Ride to Ella, Nine Arch Bridge & Little Adam’s Peak

    4 stops
  • 14
    Nanu Oya railway station

    Train Ride from Nanu Oya to Ella - ride the world-famous hill country train through tea plantations, mountains, and tunnels (Observation Class recommended for best views).

    3 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 15
    Nine Arches Bridge

    iconic stone bridge surrounded by lush jungle; best seen when a train passes.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 16
    Little Adam's Peak View Point

    short hike with panoramic views over Ella’s hills and tea estates.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 17
    Ella

    relax in cozy cafés and restaurants with stunning views.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 6

    Safari Adventure in Yala National Park

    2 stops
  • 18
    Yala

    Drive to Yala (approx. 3–4 hrs)

    Admission ticket free
  • 19
    Yala National Park

    Afternoon safari in Yala National Park

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 7

    Relax on the South Coast Beaches (Mirissa / Unawatuna / Bentota)

    4 stops
  • 20
    Mirissa

    Drive to your beach destination

    Admission ticket free
  • 21
    Unawatuna

    Drive to your beach destination

    Admission ticket free
  • 22
    Bentota

    Drive to your beach destination

    Admission ticket free
  • 23

    Optional: Whale watching in Mirissa (Nov–Apr)

    3 hours Admission ticket not included
  • Day 8

    Colombo City Tour & Departure

    7 stops
  • 24
    Colombo

    Drive to Colombo (2–3 hrs)

    Admission ticket free
  • 25
    Galle Face Green

    seaside promenade, great for a stroll

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 26
    Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct

    Old Dutch Hospital - historic colonial building turned into dining & shopping hub.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 27
    Pettah

    Pettah Market - lively bazaar with textiles, spices, and souvenirs.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 28
    Arcade Independence Square

    national monument surrounded by colonial architecture

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 29
    Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple

    one of Colombo’s most important Buddhist temples.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 30
    Bandaranaike International Airport

    Transfer to Airport - for your departure flight.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Ceylon Trails - Sri Lanka Private Tours

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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