8-Day Sri Lanka Private Tour with Scenic train ride

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Picked up from Airport or Negombo & Transfer to Sigiriya
2 stops
1
Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
A UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring ancient palace ruins atop a massive rock. Famous for lion-shaped entrance, water gardens, and panoramic views from the summit
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
2
Dambulla Cave Temple
A UNESCO World Heritage Site with five cave temples filled with Buddha statues and ancient murals. Located on a hilltop, it offers spiritual atmosphere and scenic views.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 2
Explore Sigiriya
2 stops
3
Sigiriya Craft Village
Sigiriya Village Tour is a cultural experience that gives visitors a glimpse into traditional Sri Lankan village life. The tour typically includes a bullock cart ride, a peaceful catamaran boat trip, a walk through local farms, and a hands-on cooking demonstration. Guests can enjoy an authentic homemade rice and curry meal while interacting with local villagers, making it a relaxing and immersive way to experience rural Sri Lankan culture.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included
4
Pidurangala Rock
Pidurangala Rock is a scenic viewpoint located near Sigiriya, famous for offering the best panoramic view of Sigiriya Rock Fortress, especially at sunrise and sunset. The climb takes about 20–30 minutes, starting through a temple and ending with a short rock scramble near the top. Along the way, you’ll pass a large reclining Buddha statue.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 3
Transfer to Kandy
2 stops
5
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Sri Lanka’s most sacred Buddhist temple, housing the Tooth Relic of Buddha. Located beside Kandy Lake, it is a major pilgrimage site with daily rituals and rich history.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
6
Royal Botanical Gardens
Sri Lanka’s largest and most beautiful botanical garden, located just a few kilometers from Kandy city. Spanning over 140 acres, it features a stunning collection of orchids, spices, medicinal plants, and towering palm avenues
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 4
Transfer to Nuwara Eliya
3 stops
7
Ramboda Waterfall
Enroute, visit Ramboda Falls. It is located in the central highlands of Sri Lanka, along the main road between Kandy and Nuwara Eliya
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
8
Damro Labookellie Tea Centre and Tea Garden
Damro Labookellie Tea Centre and Tea Garden is a famous tea plantation located in the cool highlands of Nuwara Eliya, along the scenic Kandy–Nuwara Eliya road. It is one of the oldest and most historic tea estates in Sri Lanka, originally established in the 19th century.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
9
Gregory Lake
Scenic man-made lake in the heart of Nuwara Eliya, surrounded by cool climate, misty hills, and lush greenery. It’s one of the most popular relaxation spots in Sri Lanka’s hill country. Visitors can enjoy boat rides, jet skiing, cycling, horse riding, or simply take a peaceful walk along the lakeside.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Transfer to Ella
2 stops
10
Nanu Oya
Early in the morning, take the gorgeous scenic train ride from Nanu Oya to Ella. - Optional (We do not guarantee the availability of seats on the train. Depending on availability, you may have to travel in 1st class, 2nd class or 3rd class compartments.)
3 hours • Admission ticket free
11
Ravana Ella Falls
Ravana Ella Falls is one of Sri Lanka’s most famous and easily accessible waterfalls, located near Ella along the main road. Flowing from a height of about 25 meters (82 feet), it forms a wide, cascading stream over rocky cliffs.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Stay in Ella
2 stops
12
Little Adam's Peak View Point
Popular and easy hiking spot in Ella, offering stunning panoramic views of tea plantations, valleys, and surrounding mountains
2 hours • Admission ticket free
13
Nine Arches Bridge
One of Sri Lanka’s most iconic landmarks, located in the lush hills of Ella. Surrounded by tea plantations, this historic railway bridge was built entirely of stone, brick, and cement—without steel during the British era.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 7
Transfer to Galle and en route, visit Mirissa
2 stops
14
Coconut Tree Hill
Famous scenic viewpoint in Mirissa, known for its row of tall coconut trees on a small cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean. It’s one of the most photographed spots in Sri Lanka, perfect for capturing tropical vibes.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
15
Unawatuna Beach
Unawatuna Beach is one of Sri Lanka’s most popular coastal spots, known for its golden sand, calm turquoise waters, and palm-lined shoreline. It’s ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and relaxing, with plenty of beachfront cafés and a laid-back vibe.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 8
Explore Galle and Transfer to Airport
1 stop
16
Galle Dutch Fort
Historic coastal fortress in the southern city of Galle, originally built by the Portuguese and later expanded by the Dutch in the 17th century. Today, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its charming blend of colonial architecture, narrow streets, and ocean views. Inside the fort, you’ll find boutique shops, cafes, museums, churches, and the iconic lighthouse, all surrounded by massive stone ramparts overlooking the sea
2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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