Day 01
Colombo Airport to Sigiriya
Meet your private chauffeur on arrival and begin your Sri Lanka journey towards Colombo Airport to Sigiriya, with time to enjoy Cultural Triangle.
Experiences
- Cultural Triangle
Private Sri Lanka round tour
14-Day Classic Sri Lanka: Sigiriya, Ella & South Coast
A full island circuit built around the Cultural Triangle, wildlife, hill country and coastal experiences.
14 Days 13 NightsPrivate chauffeur-driven vehicleTailor-made pace
Tour Overview
A private journey, shaped around you
This itinerary is a flexible starting point for your Sri Lanka journey. Emil can refine the pace, stays and experiences around your travel dates, interests and group.
Tour Highlights
What you'll experience
Sri Lanka classic first-time route: iconic rock fortresses, tea country, the Ella rail journey and the south coast.
- ✓ Sigiriya & Polonnaruwa
- ✓ Kandy & tea country
- ✓ Ella scenic train
- ✓ Galle Fort & Madu River
Itinerary
Day 02
Sigiriya
Follow the Sigiriya route with time to experience Lion Rock, Polonnaruwa, Elephant safari. Your private chauffeur can adjust the pace and stops around your interests.
Experiences
- Lion Rock
- Polonnaruwa
- Elephant safari
Day 03
Sigiriya to Kandy
Explore the cultural character of Sigiriya to Kandy through Dambulla, Temple of the Tooth, with your private chauffeur keeping the day flexible around your interests.
Experiences
- Dambulla
- Temple of the Tooth
Day 04
Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
Travel through Sri Lanka's cool central highlands on the Kandy to Nuwara Eliya route, pausing for Tea factory, Ramboda Falls and the views that make this region special.
Experiences
- Tea factory
- Ramboda Falls
Day 05
Nuwara Eliya to Ella
Enjoy the changing hill-country scenery along Nuwara Eliya to Ella, with time for Scenic train, Nine Arch Bridge and a relaxed, unhurried travel day.
Experiences
- Scenic train
- Nine Arch Bridge
Day 06
Ella to Mirissa
Experience Sri Lanka's coast at an easy pace, with time for Ravana Falls, Beach time and comfortable private travel throughout the day.
Experiences
- Ravana Falls
- Beach time
Day 07
Mirissa to Negombo
Enjoy a relaxed final morning before your private chauffeur provides a comfortable airport transfer, timed around your flight.
Experiences
- Galle Fort
- Madu River safari
Tour service
Included / Excluded
These details cover the private chauffeur service for this itinerary. Your written quotation confirms the final arrangements.
Included
- ✓Private air-conditioned vehicle and chauffeur for the classic island route.
- ✓Airport meet-and-greet and final airport transfer shown in the itinerary.
- ✓Flexible driving between Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella, Mirissa and Negombo.
- ✓Fuel, expressway tolls and vehicle parking for the stated route.
Excluded
- ×Accommodation and hotel meals, unless stated in your written quotation.
- ×Elephant-safari jeep and park entry, Madu River boat safari and other optional activities.
- ×Admission to Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Dambulla, temples and Galle Fort attractions.
- ×International flights, visa, travel insurance and personal expenses.
Guest reviews
Guests travelling with Emil
“Throughout our trip, Emil handled pre-planned logistics and spontaneous changes with equal ease, making everything look easy. By the end, he felt like a trusted member of the family.”
2 weeks and a few thousand KM of excellence · Jun 2023 · Read on Tripadvisor “Emil is an excellent driver and a better person. He was attentive, respectful and cheerful, knows a lot about Sri Lankan history and cultural places, and gave very useful information and recommendations.”
Great driver service! · Jul 2023 · Couples · Read on Tripadvisor Ready to plan this journey?
Emil can personalise the route around your dates and travel style.