Private Tour

Tropical Ceylon | 8 Days

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Overview

Available languages

English

192 hours

Mobile ticket

Spend the vacation of your dreams. Experience the culture, heritage, wildlife and nature. Walk in the City of Culture, Kandy, The City of Heritage and History, Polonnaruwa and the current Commercial city of Sri Lanka, Colombo. Have a diverse experience in one tour. Experience the chilling breeze of Nuwara Eliya with a warm cup of Ceylon tea. Go on a safari in Minneriya where you will see an abundance of wild elephants roaming freely. Get the rare chance to spot a large number of Elephants in one place. Enjoy a chilled beer and watch the sun descend to the Horizon in the Galle Face Green marking the end of the day.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Day 1

Airport > Chillaw > Dambulla

1

Munneswaram Kovil Temple

Munneswaram temple is an important regional Hindu temple complex in Sri Lanka. It has been in existence at least since 1000 CE, although myths surrounding the temple associate it with the popular Indian epic Ramayana, and its legendary hero-king Rama. The temple is one of five ancient temples dedicated to Shiva in the region

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable
2

Dambulla Cave Temple

Enter the historic caves of the Golden Temple of Dambulla, dating back to the 1st century BC. View the ancient murals depicting the life story of Lord Gautama Buddha. Look at the hundreds of figurines of Buddha and other deities scattered throughout the five main caves. Visit the Cave of the Divine King, Cave of the Great King and the Great New Monastery. See the giant golden Buddha Statue just a little distance outside the cave complex.

1 hour • Admission Not Included
Day 2

Dambulla > Polonnaruwa > Minneriya > Sigiriya

1

Polonnaruwa

Visit the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, which was the second major capital of Sri Lanka. Walk through the ruins of the city that flourished between the 10th to the 13th century AD. View important monuments such as Gal Vihara, Vatadage, the lotus bath, Lankathilaka Temple and the statue of King Parakramabahu whose reign was considered the golden age of Polonnaruwa. Get to know more about Sri Lanka's ancient history.

3 hours • Admission Not Applicable
2

Minneriya National Park

This safari takes you on a ride through the Minneriya National Park. Enjoy the sight of over 150 elephants congregating in one place during the famous Great Elephant Gathering, which happens in the dry season between May to October. In addition to elephants, get a chance to also see many mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians in the scrublands, forests and other areas.

3 hours • Admission Not Included
Day 3

Sigiriya > Kandy

1

Sigiriya Lion Rock

Climb the 5th century AD rock fortress, Sigiriya, where the King Kasyapa ruled. Walk through the entrance framed by the paws of a lion that is quite appropriate for its name, ' the Lion Rock'. View the beautiful unfading murals that brought Sigiriya its fame. Climb the steep staircase to see the terraced gardens and still-working cisterns. Walk through the tunnels leading to the palace as you get a feel for times long past.

2 hours • Admission Not Included
2

Euphoria Spice and Herbal

Euphoria Spice and Herbal is located 12 km away from Matale (The spice capital of Sri Lanka). Enriched with herbs, spice groves and plants with fragrant greenery shading from the tropical trees that enlightens the unique aroma of each spice and herb.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
3

Kandy Lake Club Cultural Show

The Kandy Cultural Show gives an opportunity to experience some of the traditions of Sri Lanka. Enjoy this hour-long extravaganza as some of the most popular art forms of the island take to the stage. Get wowed by fire dancers and sword dancers. Watch the colorful Kandyan dancers take to the air to the thrumming primal beat of the drums.

1 hour • Admission Not Included
Day 4

Kandy > Nuwara Eliya

1

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic a UNESCO World Heritage Site which was built in the 16th century as the place of veneration and protection for Lord Buddha’s sacred tooth. Walk through the beautifully embellished passageways and elaborately painted halls, done in red, cream and black. Lounge against delicately carved pillars and get amazed by the beautiful golden statues. Get an unforgettable experience of history and art.

1 hour • Admission Not Included
2

Bluefield Tea Gardens

Visit a Tea Factory and a plantation where you would see how the world’s famous “Ceylon Tea” is manufactured. In 1824 a tea plant was brought to Ceylon by the British from China and was planted in the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya for non-commercial purposes. James Taylor was a British citizen who introduced commercial tea plantation in Sri Lanka (Ceylon).

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable
3

Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya is set in the heart of tea-country is a beautiful town where the British succeeded in creating a replica of the English countryside, with homes in styles from Georgian to Queen Anne. Well-kept lawns with hedges, an Anglican church, a famous golf course and beautiful parks give the place an air of nostalgia. Situated 6,200 feet above sea level, the air is cool and fresh – a serene retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city life.

Admission Not Applicable
Day 5

Nuwara Eliya > Ella

1

Little Adam's Peak View Point

Explore Ella’s most interesting places. Pass through bright green tea fields, and tough stretches of rock, and get to see the magical views of Little Adam’s Peak. Walk over the history seeped Nine Arches Bridge and listen to the story of its construction. End your hike at the Demodara Railway station with its unique loop-over track design. This tour gives you the chance to see the best sights of Sri Lanka.

2 hours • Admission Not Included
Day 6

Ella > Yala

1

Yala National Park

This amazing Safari offers the opportunity to visit Yala National Park, the second largest in the island based off the Southeastern coast of Sri Lanka. Get a chance to see the famous Sri Lankan leopards, indigenous wild water buffalo, Sri Lankan Sloth Bear and large herds of Sri Lankan Elephants. The park is also home to many other species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates.

3 hours • Admission Not Applicable
Day 7

Yala > Colombo

1

Galle Dutch Fort

Discover the city of Galle, where the Portuguese and Dutch made their headquarters, and its secrets. Visit the Galle Fort which is one of the best-preserved fortifications in Asia. View the Maritime Museum, Galle National Museum and the lighthouse. Walk through the cobblestoned streets with their Dutch names as you learn more about their histories.

3 hours • Admission Not Applicable
2

Colombo

Experience the colorful lights and bright life of Colombo, the capital City of Sri Lanka. Visit historic monuments such as the Old Lighthouse, the Old Parliament, Galle Face Hotel, Galle Face Green, Gangarama Temple, the National Museum and more. Enjoy the malls of Independence Square or the Race Course. Visit boutique shops and designer stores.

4 hours • Admission Not Applicable
Day 8

Colombo > Airport

1

Head to the Airport and end your beautiful vacation

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Highway Toll Fees

Driver Accomodations

Professional English Speaking Chauffer Guide

All Local Taxes & Charges

Private Air Conditioned Vehicle

Food/Drinks

Entrance Fees

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

Transport by Car

Duration: 8 days
Private Car: Private Air Conditioned Car with Professional English Speaking Chauffer Guide for 1-4 Passengers
Pickup included

Transport by Van

Duration: 8 days
Private Van: Private Air Conditioned Van with Professional English Speaking Chauffer Guide for 1-15 Passengers
Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

2 reviews

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  • Magical. Everything and more

    Lee C,,Feb 12, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Magical Lee & from Skipton Organised direct from the UK mainly through WhatsApp Always a concern, however this was a fantasticly organised tour. Started with their recommendations but tailored to our to our requests. We changed itinerary and hotels nothing was too much of a problem. Couldn’t have been more helpful We ended up with 2 tour guides for the seven nights Aashik & Nishwan. They really couldn’t be more accommodating. We had to change a few things around due to a bad back problem which was done seamlessly. Very knowledgable about the culture and history of all the sights. Kingfisher made our holiday of a lifetime. Thank you

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  • Wonderful Country & Experiences!!!

    JimenezLasheras75,,Dec 27, 2019

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Top orgazation. Easy to see and go to the key points. Friendly guide. Greats hoteles. Amazing views and places visited in a sort time. Nice activities done. We will like to come back soon! Wonderfull experience!! Beatyful Country 🇱🇰🙌

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