Day 1
Airport – Sigiriya
Meet your private chauffeur at Bandaranaike International Airport and travel to Sigiriya. Settle into your hotel and enjoy a relaxed introduction to Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle.
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Private Sri Lanka Experience
Classic Sri Lanka1 / 5
Private Sri Lanka Tour
7 Days Classic Sri Lanka Tour
Sigiriya · Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Ella · Yala · Galle
A private seven-day journey combining Sri Lanka’s cultural heritage, tea country, scenic railway, wildlife and southern coast.
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Cultural heritageSigiriya, Dambulla and Kandy
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Scenic highlandsTea country and Ella train journey
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Wildlife and coastYala safari and historic Galle
Tour Overview
Discover Sri Lanka’s Classic Highlights
This private itinerary is ideal for first-time visitors who want to experience Sri Lanka’s ancient heritage, hill country, wildlife and southern coast within one carefully planned holiday.
Tour Highlights
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- Dambulla Cave Temple
- Temple of the Tooth in Kandy
- Tea plantation and factory visit
- Scenic train journey to Ella
- Nine Arches Bridge
- Private Yala wildlife safari
- Historic Galle Fort
Your Journey
Tour Route Map
Follow your private seven-day journey through Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle, hill country, wildlife region and southern coast.
1Airport
2Sigiriya
3Kandy
4Nuwara Eliya
5Ella
6Yala
Six Main Stops
Your Route at a Glance
- 1
Bandaranaike International Airport
ArrivalMeet your private chauffeur and begin your seven-day Sri Lanka journey.
- 2
Sigiriya
2 NightsExplore Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Dambulla and the Cultural Triangle.
- 3
Kandy
1 NightVisit the Temple of the Tooth and discover Sri Lanka’s cultural capital.
- 4
Nuwara Eliya
1 NightExperience tea plantations, mountain landscapes and colonial heritage.
- 5
Ella
1 NightEnjoy scenic railway travel, viewpoints and Nine Arches Bridge.
- 6
Yala and Galle
1 NightExperience a wildlife safari before travelling through Galle and the southern coast.
Want to change the route?
Want to include Polonnaruwa, Minneriya, Bentota, Mirissa or extra beach nights? Contact our travel specialists and we'll create a personalised itinerary.
Customise This Route →Day by Day
Your Seven-Day Itinerary
Day 2
Sigiriya and Dambulla
Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress in the morning and later visit the Dambulla Cave Temple. Optional village experiences or wildlife safaris can be added.
Day 3
Sigiriya – Kandy
Travel to Kandy with optional stops at spice gardens and cultural attractions. Visit the Temple of the Tooth and enjoy an evening cultural performance.
Day 4
Kandy – Nuwara Eliya
Continue through Sri Lanka’s tea country, visiting a tea plantation and factory before arriving in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 5
Nuwara Eliya – Ella
Enjoy a scenic train journey through the central highlands to Ella. Visit Nine Arches Bridge or enjoy a gentle walk through the surrounding countryside.
Day 6
Ella – Yala
Travel from Ella to Yala and enjoy a private wildlife safari in search of elephants, crocodiles, deer, birdlife and leopards.
Day 7
Yala – Galle – Airport or Beach Hotel
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 final transfer
- Six nights’ accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- Yala safari jeep arrangement
- 24/7 local travel support
Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Lunches and dinners
- Entrance fees unless specified
- Train tickets unless confirmed
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Your Accommodation
Choose Your Hotel Category
Choose from comfortable, four-star or luxury accommodation. Exact properties will be confirmed according to availability and your preferred travel dates.
Comfort
3 Star Hotels
Comfort AccommodationComfortable hotels selected for convenient locations, good service and value.
Sigiriya Village Hotel
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.
Habarana Village by Cinnamon
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 properties and luxury accommodation throughout the tour.
Water Garden Sigiriya
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 Sigiriya, hotels, scenic train travel, safari arrangements, pricing and customising your seven-day Sri Lanka holiday.
Yes. You can change the route, number of nights, hotels, attractions, vehicle category, pickup location and final drop-off destination.
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Tell us your travel dates, group size and preferred experience. We will help you plan the right itinerary.
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Book This Tour
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Make It Your Own
Customise This Seven-Day Tour
Change the hotels, route, vehicle, activities, number of nights or final beach destination. Our local team will prepare a personalised itinerary around your requirements.