Sri Lanka Culture, Hills & Coast Tour
9N-8D - Discover Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle, Hill Country & Southern Coast

at a Glance.

Key Highlights

Sigiriya Fortress, Kandy heritage, tea plantations, Ella landscapes, Yala safari, Mirissa whale watching, Bentota river safari, Colombo city.

Best for

Couples, families, small groups, first-time visitors, culture & nature lovers.

Trip Type

Private guided tour

Tour Tips

Travel light for hill-country transitions; rise early for Sigiriya/Yala; keep sun protection for coastal days.

Destinations Covered

Sigiriya | Kandy | Nuwara Eliya | Yala | Galle | Mirissa | Bentota | Colombo

Why this tour

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Starting from US$990 Per Adult

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Sigiriya | Kandy | Nuwara Eliya | Yala | Galle | Mirissa | Bentota | Colombo
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Couples, families, small groups, first-time visitors, culture & nature lovers.

Sigiriya Fortress, Kandy heritage, tea plantations, Ella landscapes, Yala safari, Mirissa whale watching, Bentota river safari, Colombo city.

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Starting from US$990/Adult

Your
Day-by-Day
Unfolding

Sigiriya
Arrival, village experience & Sigiriya Rock
  • Morning - Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport, where your private chauffeur-guide greets you and assists with your transfer into Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle. The journey passes coconut plantations, small villages and open countryside, giving you your first glimpse into rural Sri Lankan life.
  • Afternoon - Arrive in Dambulla and begin an authentic village experience.

    Enjoy a gentle canoe ride across a quiet lake, followed by a traditional bullock-cart ride through paddy fields and rural paths.

    A homestyle Sri Lankan lunch is served in a local farmer’s home—rich, fresh and prepared using clay pots and firewood.

    Check in to your lakeside hotel and unwind after your long journey.
  • Evening - Visit Sigiriya Lion Rock, ascending the ancient fortress past frescoes, viewpoints and the historic Mirror Wall. At the summit, enjoy breathtaking 360° views as the sun softens over the plains.

    Return to your hotel afterward, with the option of a relaxing herbal massage.
Kandy
Cultural Heritage in the Hill Capital

  • Morning - After breakfast, depart for Kandy with your first stop at the UNESCO-listed Dambulla Cave Temple. Explore its vast cave shrines filled with murals, golden Buddha statues and centuries of history.

    Continue to Matale Spice Garden, where you learn about Sri Lanka’s traditional spices and Ayurveda.
  • Afternoon - Arrive in Kandy and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (guest-paid). Check into your hill-country hotel and enjoy a short rest.
  • Evening - Attend the vibrant Kandyan Cultural Dance Performance, featuring traditional drums, fire dances and colourful Kandyan costumes—an essential introduction to Sri Lankan performing arts.

    Relax at your hotel for the night

Attend the vibrant Kandyan Cultural Dance Performance, featuring traditional drums, fire dances and colourful Kandyan costumes—an essential introduction to Sri Lankan performing arts.

Relax at your hotel for the night.

Overnight in Kandy.

Nuwara Eliya
Kandy to Nuwara Eliya: Tea Country & Waterfalls

Morning

Begin with a short Kandy city exploration visiting:

  • Gem Museum & jewellery workshop
  • Scenic viewpoints overlooking the lake
  • Kandy Lake
  • Bahirawakanda Temple with its panoramic Buddha statue

Depart for Nuwara Eliya afterward, entering Sri Lanka’s emerald tea-country hills.

Afternoon

Visit a working tea factory, observing the full tea-making process from leaf plucking to drying and tasting. Continue through misty hillsides, stopping at waterfalls for photos and fresh mountain air.

Visit the Sita Amman Temple, an important landmark on the Ramayana trail.

Evening

Arrive in Nuwara Eliya, often called Little England, and check into your charming hill-country stay surrounded by cool air and tea estates.

Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.

Day 4
Day 4
Nuwara Eliya
Little England Discovery

  • Morning - Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before exploring Gregory Lake, a scenic high-country landmark popular for walking paths, paddle boats and views of surrounding tea slopes.
  • Afternoon - Continue to the colonial town centre to see British-era architecture, markets and charming cafés.
    Optionally visit Hakgala Botanical Garden, known for its large open spaces, roses and cool-climate flora—great for couples, families and photography.
    Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel.
  • Evening - Spend the evening unwinding in your hotel’s cosy highland setting—perfect for a quiet walk, warm drink or simple relaxation.
  • Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Yala
Highlands to Wildlife
Da 6
Da 6
Galle
Southern Coast Journey

Morning

After breakfast, depart Yala and begin the journey along Sri Lanka’s southern coastline. Enjoy open ocean views and palm-lined roads as you reach the first scenic stops.

Afternoon

Stop at:

  • Tangalle Beach — quiet, golden and perfect for photos
  • Dondra Lighthouse — Sri Lanka’s southernmost point
  • Coconut Tree Hill (Mirissa) — one of the island’s most iconic viewpoints

Enjoy lunch in Mirissa (guest-paid) before continuing to Galle.

Evening

Check into your private villa at Jetwing Galle Heritage Home. Later, enjoy a relaxed evening in Unawatuna, known for lively beach bars, sunset views and music.

Overnight in Galle.

Day 7
Day 7
Mirissa
Whales & Hidden Southern Bays

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Inclusions

  • Accommodation for 9 nights with daily breakfast at selected hotels across Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Yala, Galle/Mirissa and Bentota.
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle with English-speaking chauffeur-guide throughout the journey (fuel, tolls, parking and driver costs included).
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off on arrival and departure days.
  • Entrance fees to major attractions:
    • Sigiriya Lion Rock
    • Dambulla Cave Temple
    • Kandy Cultural Show (complimentary)
    • Temple of the Tooth (complimentary)
    • Minneriya/Yala Safari (all-inclusive)
    • Village Tour with canoe ride & lunch
    • Whale Watching in Mirissa
    • Bentota River Safari
    • Turtle Hatchery
  • Free portable Wi-Fi device for the entire duration of the trip.
  • Two bottles of mineral water per person per day during guided travel.

Exclusions

  • International flights and visa fees.
  • Lunches and dinners unless specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Optional excursions, spa treatments, water sports and activities not listed in the inclusions.
  • Personal expenses such as tips, laundry, minibar, souvenirs and shopping.
  • Camera or video permits at religious sites or heritage locations.
  • Early check-in or late check-out unless pre-arranged.
  • Any service not clearly mentioned under inclusions.

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Perfect for Budget Travel, Solo & Small Groups
  • One Alternate Stay Option Per Destination
  • Mostly 3* & 4* Stay Options
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  • Standard Guided Transportation
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  • Two Alternate 5* Hotel Options Per Destination
  • Premium 4* & 5* Star Hotels
  • Breakfast included
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  • 3+ Luxury Stay Options Per Destination
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Perfect for Those who wants something little bit upscale.
  • One Alternate Stay Option Per Destination
  • Mostly 3* & 4* Stay Options
  • Breakfast included
  • Standard Guided Transportation
  • Free Upgrades
  • Two Alternate 5* Hotel Options Per Destination
  • Premium 4* & 5* Star Hotels
  • Breakfast included
  • Standard Guided Transportation
  • Free Upgrades
  • 3+ Luxury Stay Options Per Destination
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  • Breakfast Included
  • Luxury Category Transportation
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Perfect for those who prefer upscale luxury from start to end.
  • One Alternate Stay Option Per Destination
  • Mostly 3* & 4* Stay Options
  • Breakfast included
  • Standard Guided Transportation
  • Free Upgrades
  • Two Alternate 5* Hotel Options Per Destination
  • Premium 4* & 5* Star Hotels
  • Breakfast included
  • Standard Guided Transportation
  • Free Upgrades
  • 3+ Luxury Stay Options Per Destination
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  • Luxury Category Transportation
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