Private Sri Lanka round tour
A sweeping private journey from Sigiriya's ancient citadel to misty tea country, wild national parks and the southern coast—with the Kandy Esala Perahera as a seasonal highlight.
Tour Overview
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
Discover Sri Lanka's UNESCO heritage, highlands, wildlife and beaches in one unhurried 14-day circuit. Your chauffeur can tailor the pace and optional experiences to your travel dates.
Meet your private chauffeur at Bandaranaike International Airport and travel to Sigiriya. Settle into your hotel for a restful start to your journey.
Experiences
Start early for the Sigiriya Lion Rock climb, then explore Dambulla Cave Temple. Later, enjoy a tranquil boat ride on Talkote Lake and take in the views from Pidurangala Rock.
Experiences
Visit the atmospheric Ritigala forest monastery, experience village life on a safari, and unwind with an Ayurvedic massage. Enjoy an evening cultural dance show in Habarana.
Experiences
Explore the ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa, then choose a safari in Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park before continuing to Kandy via Nalanda Gedige. Enjoy a Kandy city tour and cultural dance performance. In August, an evening at the Esala Perahera can be arranged; reserved chairs are payable separately.
Experiences
Travel into the central highlands, pausing at Nalanda Gedige and Ramboda Falls. Visit a tea garden and factory, then enjoy a relaxed Nuwara Eliya city tour; Victoria Park is optional.
Experiences
An optional early hike in Horton Plains opens the day. Then board the scenic train from Nanu Oya to Demodara, with time to see Nine Arch Bridge and Demodara Railway Station.
Experiences
Visit Lipton's Seat in Haputale for sweeping tea-country views. In the afternoon, explore Little Adam's Peak and return to Nine Arch Bridge at a relaxed pace.
Experiences
Leave the hills for the dry zone and enjoy an evening jeep safari in Yala National Park, one of Sri Lanka's finest places to look for leopards and other wildlife.
Experiences
Travel to Udawalawe, visit the Elephant Transit Home and the reservoir dam. An evening safari in Udawalawe National Park can be added as an optional experience.
Experiences
Continue to the Sinharaja rainforest
Experiences
Travel from the rainforest to Mirissa on Sri Lanka's south coast. Check in and spend the afternoon relaxing by the sea.
Experiences
Take a morning boat safari on the Madu River, visit a sea turtle conservation project, and explore the ramparts and lanes of historic Galle Fort.
Experiences
Keep the day free to enjoy Mirissa's beach, swim, or simply relax at your hotel before the final transfer tomorrow.
Experiences
After breakfast, travel to Negombo or Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure. Your 14-day Sri Lanka round tour comes to a close.
Experiences
Tour service
These details cover the private chauffeur service for this itinerary. Your written quotation confirms the final arrangements.
Guest reviews
“Emil is a super driver: discreet, always in a good mood, with lots of good advice. He knows his job perfectly, the places to see, and the history of the country.”
Perfect Driver · Dec 2019 · Read on Tripadvisor “Emil organized our trip perfectly, gave us good advice and showed us wonderful spots. He made our trip amazing. It was a real pleasure to spend our week with him.”
Road trip Sri Lanka · Dec 2019 · Friends · Read on Tripadvisor Emil can personalise the route around your dates and travel style.