Day 1
Airport – Kandy
Meet your chauffeur at Bandaranaike International Airport and travel to Kandy. Visit the Temple of the Tooth and enjoy an evening cultural performance.
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Private Sri Lanka Experience
Sri Lanka Highlights1 / 5
Private Sri Lanka Tour
5 Days Sri Lanka Highlights
Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Ella · Yala · Galle
A compact private journey combining culture, tea country, scenic rail travel, wildlife and Sri Lanka’s beautiful southern coast.
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Private tourYour own chauffeur and vehicle
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Flexible itineraryChange hotels, route and activities
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Local supportAssistance throughout your holiday
Tour Overview
Experience Sri Lanka in Five Days
This private tour is designed for travellers who want to see Sri Lanka’s essential highlights within a shorter holiday. Travel with a professional chauffeur in an air-conditioned vehicle and customise the itinerary around your interests.
Tour Highlights
- Temple of the Tooth in Kandy
- Tea plantations and mountain scenery
- Scenic train journey to Ella
- Nine Arches Bridge
- Private wildlife safari in Yala
- Historic Galle Fort
- Private airport transfers
- Professional chauffeur service
Your Journey
Tour Route Map
Follow your private journey through Sri Lanka’s cultural, scenic, wildlife and coastal destinations.
1Airport
2Kandy
3Nuwara Eliya
4Ella
5Yala
6Galle
Six Main Stops
Your Route at a Glance
- 1
Bandaranaike International Airport
ArrivalMeet your private chauffeur and begin your Sri Lanka journey.
- 2
Kandy
1 NightTemple of the Tooth, cultural experiences and hill-country scenery.
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Nuwara Eliya
1 NightTea plantations, mountain landscapes and colonial heritage.
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Ella
1 NightScenic railway journey, Nine Arches Bridge and mountain viewpoints.
- 5
Yala
1 NightPrivate wildlife safari in one of Sri Lanka’s famous national parks.
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Galle
DepartureExplore historic Galle Fort before your airport or beach-hotel transfer.
Want to change the route?
Contact our travel specialists and we will create a personalised Sri Lanka itinerary for you.
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Your Itinerary
Day 2
Kandy – Nuwara Eliya
Travel through Sri Lanka’s hill country, visit a tea plantation and factory, and continue to Nuwara Eliya through scenic mountain landscapes.
Day 3
Nuwara Eliya – Ella
Enjoy one of Sri Lanka’s most scenic train journeys. Explore Ella, visit Nine Arches Bridge and experience the relaxed hill-country atmosphere.
Day 4
Ella – Yala
Travel to Yala and enjoy an afternoon wildlife safari in search of elephants, deer, crocodiles, birdlife and, with luck, leopards.
Day 5
Yala – Galle – Airport
Travel along Sri Lanka’s southern coast, visit historic Galle Fort, and continue to the airport or your selected beach hotel.
What’s Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional English-speaking chauffeur
- Airport pickup and drop-off
- Four nights’ hotel accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- Yala safari jeep
- 24/7 local travel support
Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Lunches and dinners
- Entrance fees unless specified
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Your Accommodation
Choose Your Hotel Category
Hotel availability varies by travel date. We will confirm the exact properties before you approve your final itinerary and quotation.
Comfort
3 Star Hotels
Comfort AccommodationClean and comfortable hotels selected for convenient locations, friendly service and good value.
Kandy City Hotel
Galway Heights – Nuwara Eliya
Oak Ray Ella Gap
Oak Ray Wild Yala
Included in the standard quotation
Select This Category →Most Popular
4 Star Hotels
Most Popular AccommodationWell-rated hotels and resorts offering upgraded rooms, facilities and dining options.
Cinnamon Citadel – Kandy
Araliya Green Hills – Nuwara Eliya
EKHO Ella
Jetwing Yala
Upgrade price confirmed with your quotation
Select This Category →Premium
5 Star & Luxury Hotels
Premium AccommodationPremium resorts, boutique hotels and luxury accommodation throughout your private tour.
The Golden Crown – Kandy
Grand Hotel – Nuwara Eliya
98 Acres Resort – Ella
Uga Chena Huts – Yala
Luxury upgrade available on request
Select This Category →Flexible hotel choices
Add My Hotel Preference →Prefer a particular hotel, villa or resort? Add it to the special requests section and our team will include it where availability and routing permit.
Private Transport
Choose Your Vehicle
Travel with a professional chauffeur in a private air-conditioned vehicle selected according to your group size, luggage and comfort preferences.
Most Popular
Comfort Car
Ideal for couples and solo travellers
Passenger capacity1–3 passengers
Luggage guidanceUp to 3 medium suitcases
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional chauffeur
- Airport pickup and drop-off
- Flexible sightseeing stops
Family Choice
Spacious Van
Recommended for families and small groups
Passenger capacity4–7 passengers
Luggage guidanceUp to 7 medium suitcases
- Extra passenger and luggage space
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional chauffeur
- Comfortable for longer journeys
Premium
Luxury Vehicle
Premium travel for couples and private groups
Passenger capacity1–5 passengers
Luggage guidanceDepends on selected vehicle
- Premium vehicle category
- Enhanced comfort and interior
- Experienced private chauffeur
- Subject to availability
Group Travel
Minibus or Coach
Suitable for larger groups and organised tours
Passenger capacity8+ passengers
Luggage guidanceGroup luggage capacity
- Air-conditioned group transport
- Professional driver
- Airport and hotel transfers
- Custom quotation based on group size
Vehicle selection is flexible.
Ask About Vehicles →The final vehicle will be confirmed according to passenger numbers, luggage, route and availability. Larger vans, minibuses and coaches can be arranged upon request.
Traveller Experiences
What Our Guests Say
Genuine feedback from travellers who explored Sri Lanka with our private chauffeurs and local travel team.
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★★★★★
“Our chauffeur was professional, friendly and extremely knowledgeable. Every hotel, transfer and activity was arranged perfectly.”
Sarah & JamesUnited Kingdom
Sri Lanka Highlights Tour
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★★★★★
“A wonderful private tour from beginning to end. The itinerary was flexible, the vehicle was comfortable and the local support was excellent.”
Michael R.Australia
Classic Sri Lanka Tour
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★★★★★
“The trip was planned around our children and never felt rushed. We especially enjoyed the safari, train journey and beach stay.”
Priya & FamilyCanada
Family Holiday
5.0Average guest rating
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Helpful Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers about private transport, hotels, safari arrangements, pricing and customising your Sri Lanka holiday.
Yes. The itinerary is fully customisable. You can change the route, hotels, activities, vehicle type, travel pace, pickup location and final drop-off location. Our team can also extend the tour if you have additional days available.
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Change the hotels, route, vehicle, activities, duration or budget. Our local team will prepare a personalised itinerary for your holiday.