Airport to Dambulla
Welcome at the airport, visit Pinnawala en route and check in at Dambulla. An optional rural village experience is available.
Sri Lanka itineraries / Best of Sri Lanka
8 nights / 9 days · Private journey
Best of Sri Lanka
Our classic island circuit adds the royal city of Polonnaruwa to a rewarding mix of culture, nature and beach time.
Dambulla · Polonnaruwa · Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Yala · Bentota · Colombo
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Your day-by-day journey
A route to make your own.
Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa
Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress in the morning and continue to Polonnaruwa for an introduction to the monuments of Sri Lanka’s medieval royal capital.
Dambulla to Kandy
Travel through Matale’s spice-growing region, visit the Dambulla Cave Temple and enjoy a traditional cultural performance after reaching Kandy.
Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
Discover Kandy, then travel through tea estates, cool mountain scenery and Ramboda Falls to Nuwara Eliya.
Nuwara Eliya to Yala
Continue via Ella, Ravana Falls and Little Adam’s Peak. Add the Nanu Oya–Ella rail journey when schedules and seats allow.
Yala to Bentota
Begin with a wildlife safari in Yala, then tour Galle Fort and continue to your chosen Bentota beach stay.
Bentota at leisure
A flexible beach day with optional Madu River, responsible turtle conservation and water-sport experiences.
Bentota to Colombo
Travel to Colombo and explore the city’s key cultural, historic and modern districts with your chauffeur.
Departure
Private airport transfer for your departure flight.
Inclusions
- Airport welcome, pick-up and departure transfer
- Arrival assistance at Bandaranaike International Airport
- Private air-conditioned car or van throughout the journey
- Experienced English-speaking chauffeur for the entire route
- Kandy city tour of approximately three hours
- Galle city tour of approximately three hours
- Colombo city tour of approximately three hours
- Nuwara Eliya city tour of approximately two hours
- Visits to selected gem, batik and Sri Lankan handicraft centres
- Vehicle fuel, local vehicle insurance and applicable government taxes
Exclusions & conditions
- International flights and visa-related costs
- Entrance fees and activity charges unless specifically listed in your quotation
- Meals and beverages not confirmed in the final itinerary
- Camera and video permits where applicable
- Travel, medical and cancellation insurance
- Tips for the chauffeur, guides and hotel teams
- Personal expenses, optional activities and minibar charges
- Early check-in, late checkout and services requested outside the confirmed programme
Rates depend on travel dates, hotel availability, room category, meal plan and inclusions. Your written quotation confirms the price and arrangements. Terms and conditions apply.
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