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8 Day Sri Lanka Private Tour with Driver and Accommodation
Product code 8176P30
From
From EUR 659
Dates
Oct 25, 2025 to Oct 26, 2025
Travelers
Infant ages 0-5, Child ages 6-12, Adult ages 13-80
Options
Standard, Luxury
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Duration
192 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Colombo
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From
From EUR 659
8 Day Sri Lanka Private Tour with Driver and Accommodation





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Duration
192 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Colombo
Why Travelers Love This
Explore Sri Lanka’s top highlights in comfort on this 8-day private tour with your own driver-guide. Visit Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala National Park, Galle, and Colombo. Enjoy UNESCO heritage sites, mountain views, wildlife safaris, and beach relaxation, all arranged with flexible timing and private transport. Choose between two options to fit your travel style. The Standard Package includes 2–3★ hotels with breakfast and private air-conditioned transport, ideal for couples or families seeking authentic comfort and value. The Luxury Package includes 4–5★ hotels with breakfast and upgraded comfort for travelers who prefer a refined experience. With seamless logistics, scenic drives, and local hospitality, this 8-Day Sri Lanka Private Tour with Driver is a perfect balance of adventure, culture, and relaxation.
Overview
Explore Sri Lanka’s top highlights in comfort on this 8-day private tour with your own driver-guide. Visit Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala National Park, Galle, and Colombo. Enjoy UNESCO heritage sites, mountain views, wildlife safaris, and beach relaxation, all arranged with flexible timing and private transport. Choose between two options to fit your travel style. The Standard Package includes 2–3★ hotels with breakfast and private air-conditioned transport, ideal for couples or families seeking authentic comfort and value. The Luxury Package includes 4–5★ hotels with breakfast and upgraded comfort for travelers who prefer a refined experience. With seamless logistics, scenic drives, and local hospitality, this 8-Day Sri Lanka Private Tour with Driver is a perfect balance of adventure, culture, and relaxation.
What's Included
Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Local guide
Private tour
Breakfast
Accommodation
Not included
Lunch
Dinner
Entrance fees are not included in the price. You can choose which attractions you wish to visit and pay directly at each site.
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
In front of Colombo Fort Railway Station.
End point
In front of Colombo Fort Railway Station.
Pickup details
Itinerary
Airport / Negombo → Sigiriya
Airport / Negombo → Sigiriya
Begin your private Sri Lanka tour with a smooth pickup from Bandaranaike International Airport or your hotel in Colombo. Drive through the countryside to Sigiriya. Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring ancient murals and over 150 Buddha statues carved into the rock.
Airport / Negombo → Sigiriya
2 hoursAdmission not included
Airport / Negombo → Sigiriya
Begin your 8 day Sri Lanka private tour with pickup from Colombo Airport or Negombo. Travel toward the Cultural Triangle and visit the UNESCO World Heritage Dambulla Cave Temple, the largest and best preserved rock temple complex in Sri Lanka. Explore five sanctuaries filled with more than 150 Buddha statues and colorful ceiling frescoes dating back over 2 000 years a highlight of any Sri Lanka itinerary.
Sigiriya → Kandy
2 hoursAdmission not included
Sigiriya → Kandy
Climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, often called the Eighth Wonder of the World. This UNESCO-listed citadel rises from the plains, offering panoramic views, 5th-century frescoes, and the ruins of King Kashyapa’s palace. A must-see for anyone on a Sri Lanka private driver tour.
Sigiriya → Kandy
1 hour
Sigiriya → Kandy
En route to Kandy, stroll through a traditional Spice Garden in Matale and learn about Sri Lanka’s famous cinnamon, pepper, cardamom, and clove cultivation. Discover how Ayurvedic oils and herbal remedies are crafted by hand.
Sigiriya → Kandy
1 hourAdmission not included
Sigiriya → Kandy
Experience the rhythm of Kandyan dance, featuring vibrant costumes, drums, and fire performances that showcase the island’s ancient cultural traditions.
Kandy → Nuwara Eliya
2 hoursAdmission not included
Kandy → Nuwara Eliya
Visit Kandy’s most sacred landmark, the Temple of the Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa), which houses a relic of Lord Buddha. Participate in the morning ritual to witness authentic Buddhist devotion.
Kandy → Nuwara Eliya
30 minutes
Kandy → Nuwara Eliya
Drive through mist-covered mountains toward Nuwara Eliya, stopping at Ramboda Falls and a Ceylon Tea Factory. Watch tea pluckers at work and taste freshly brewed highland tea amid stunning views of plantations and valleys.
Nuwara Eliya → Ella
1 hourAdmission not included
Nuwara Eliya → Ella
Board the world famous train from Nanu Oya to Ella, celebrated as one of the most beautiful rail journeys on earth. Glide through tunnels, tea estates, and mountain scenery that define Sri Lanka’s hill country.
Nuwara Eliya → Ella
2 hours
Nuwara Eliya → Ella
In Ella, admire the Nine Arch Bridge, an architectural gem of the colonial era, and hike Little Adam’s Peak for panoramic highland vistas — top attractions on any Sri Lanka itinerary.
Ella → Yala National Park
30 minutes
Ella → Yala National Park
Stop at the picturesque Ravana Falls, cascading 25 meters through lush jungle a perfect photo stop on your way to Yala.
Ella → Yala National Park
5 hoursAdmission not included
Ella → Yala National Park
Enjoy an evening jeep safari in Yala National Park, Sri Lanka’s premier wildlife reserve. Spot elephants, crocodiles, exotic birds, and the island’s elusive leopards. A highlight for nature lovers and photographers on a Sri Lanka private tour.
Yala → Mirissa / Galle
1 hour
Yala → Mirissa / Galle
At Sri Lanka’s southernmost point, visit Dondra Lighthouse, offering sweeping views where the Indian Ocean meets the horizon.
Yala → Mirissa / Galle
30 minutes
Yala → Mirissa / Galle
A stunning coastal viewpoint lined with palms — ideal for sunset photography and relaxation.
Yala → Mirissa / Galle
4 hoursAdmission not included
Yala → Mirissa / Galle
Between November and April, set sail from Mirissa Harbor to spot blue whales, sperm whales, and dolphins in one of the world’s best whale-watching destinations.
Galle → Bentota
2 hours
Galle → Bentota
Discover Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by the Portuguese and fortified by the Dutch. Wander cobblestone streets lined with cafés, boutiques, and colonial architecture overlooking the Indian Ocean.
Galle → Bentota
1 hourAdmission not included
Galle → Bentota
Visit a Sea Turtle Conservation Project in Kosgoda and learn how endangered species are protected and released back to the sea — a heart-warming stop on your Sri Lanka coastal tour.
Galle → Bentota
2 hoursAdmission not included
Galle → Bentota
Cruise through mangrove forests and small islands on a Madu River Safari, spotting birds and witnessing local village life up close.
Bentota → Colombo / Airport
1 hour
Bentota → Colombo / Airport
Conclude your Sri Lanka private tour with a guided Colombo sightseeing experience. Explore the city’s highlights including the serene Gangaramaya Temple and Independence Square, where colonial heritage meets modern Sri Lankan culture.
Bentota → Colombo / Airport
2 hours
Bentota → Colombo / Airport
Visit the striking Jami Ul-Alfar Red Mosque in Pettah — one of Colombo’s most iconic landmarks. Wander through the lively Pettah Market, enjoy last-minute shopping, or relax at a nearby café before your airport transfer.
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants Must Sit On Laps
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Physical Medium
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Other
Dress code is smart casual
Other
Vegan, vegetarian and halal options are available
Other
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
5.0
1 reviews
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