Sri Lanka Tour Package
Sri Lanka 08 Nights / 09 Days Tour Package
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9 days through Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella, Yala and the south coast
This 9-day, 8-night Sri Lanka tour follows the classic island loop: two nights in the Cultural Triangle, Kandy, two nights in Ella, a safari in Yala and two nights on the south coast, with hand-picked 3/4/5-star or boutique accommodation, bed & breakfast, and a private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver throughout. You can adjust any package to your dates, pace and interests, or go fully tailor-made if you'd like a different route.
- Duration9 days / 8 nights
- Stays3/4/5-star or boutique
- MealsBed & breakfast
- TransportPrivate A/C car, English-speaking driver
Trip highlights
Climb Sigiriya Lion Rock, a 5th-century fortress atop a 200-metre granite outcrop.
Spot elephants on a jeep safari near Sigiriya and leopards in Yala.
Ride the hill-country train through the tea estates to Ella.
Go whale watching off Mirissa and walk the ramparts of Galle Fort.
Why Travel With Wander Tropics?
English-Speaking Driver-Guide Throughout
Fully Tailor-Made Pace & Route
Authentic Local Experiences
Private A/C Transfers
24/7 Support Before, During & After
Itinerary
Day 1 Airport to Sigiriya
Arrive at Colombo International Airport with welcome assistance and drive to Sigiriya. In the late afternoon, take a traditional village tour by bullock cart and boat, or climb Pidurangala Rock for the sunset view over Sigiriya Lion Rock.
Day 2 Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa
Climb Sigiriya Lion Rock (an ancient rock fortress and UNESCO World Heritage Site) in the cool of the morning, then explore the ruins of Polonnaruwa, the medieval royal capital. End the day with a jeep safari in Minneriya, Kaudulla or Hurulu, whichever park the elephant herds are in that week.
Day 3 Sigiriya to Kandy
Visit the Dambulla cave temple (the Golden Temple) and a spice garden, then continue to Kandy for the Dalada Maligawa (the Temple of the Tooth) and an evening cultural dance performance.
Day 4 Kandy to Nuwara Eliya to Ella
Stop at Ramboda Waterfalls on the way up to Nuwara Eliya's tea plantations and factory, then take the scenic train through tea country to Ella.
Day 5 Ella
A slow day in Ella: climb Little Adam's Peak for the sunrise, watch the train cross the Nine Arch Bridge and visit Ravana Falls. If you'd like a longer walk, take the Ella Rock hike instead (4 to 5 hours return).
Day 6 Ella to Yala
Visit Diyaluma Falls (Sri Lanka's second-highest waterfall) or Ellawela Falls, then enjoy an afternoon jeep safari in Yala National Park, home to 44 varieties of mammals and 215 species of birds.
Day 7 Yala to Mirissa
Drive west along the coast to Mirissa, stopping at Coconut Tree Hill, and spend the afternoon on the beach.
Day 8 Mirissa and Galle
Head out early on a whale-watching boat (the season runs from about November to April), then spend the afternoon in Galle Fort, a UNESCO-listed Dutch fort town with ramparts, a lighthouse and café-lined lanes, before sunset back at the beach.
Day 9 Mirissa to Airport
Drive up the coast to the Kosgoda sea turtle conservation centre and take a Madu River mangrove boat safari before your airport departure.
Want to Change This Itinerary?
Our travel experts can adjust the route, pace and hotels to suit you, at no extra cost.
Where You Will Stay
Hand-Picked for a Better Stay
Boutique
Heritage Boutique Hotels
Characterful stays in restored colonial buildings and fort towns.
4 Star
Comfortable 4-Star Hotels
Well-located, comfortable properties in every region of the island.
5 Star
Full-Service 5-Star Resorts
Beachfront and hill-country resorts with pools, spas and fine dining.
Private
Private Villas
Exclusive villas with a pool and staff, for full privacy on request.
Exact hotels are confirmed with your quote based on availability and your preferred tier. Tell us your preference.
Inclusions
- Welcome and assistance on arrival and departure
- Accommodation (3/4 star hotels, or upgrade to boutique/5-star)
- Daily breakfast
- Transport in an A/C vehicle with an English-speaking driver
- Fuel, highway charges, parking, toll fees and driver accommodation
- All government taxes
Exclusions
- Visa fees, tips and airfare, including airport embarkation tax
- Personal expenses: drinks, laundry, phone calls, entrance permits
- Any service not specified above
Booking Terms
A 60% deposit is required via bank transfer to confirm your booking, with the remaining 40% balance due in cash upon arrival.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made 22 or more days before arrival are 50% refundable. Cancellations made within 21 days of arrival are non-refundable.
Prefer company on the road?
Join a Small-Group Tour Instead
Our 10-day group tours follow a similar loop (Sigiriya, Kandy, the tea hills or Ella, Udawalawe, Mirissa and Galle) on fixed dates in April 2027, from USD 1,145 per person, with a trip host and hand-picked 4-star hotels. A good fit if you're travelling solo or would enjoy sharing the trip with others.
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