9D8N SRI LANKA (PRIVATE TOUR )
Overview
Discover the wonders of Sri Lanka on this 9-day, 8-night private tour, journeying through the island’s cultural treasures, natural beauty, and unique traditions.
Your adventure begins with an arrival in Negombo or Katunayake, where you’ll settle in and prepare for an exciting journey. From there, travel to Dambulla to explore the historic Dambulla Cave Temple, famous for its intricate rock carvings, and, for those inclined, climb the majestic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, offering panoramic views over lush landscapes. Experience authentic village life with a guided walk through Hiriwaduna Village, where you’ll enjoy a traditional meal cooked by the locals. For a chance to spot diverse wildlife, embark on an optional jeep safari through Minneriya National Park, known for its large elephant gatherings.
Next, immerse yourself in Kandy, a city alive with culture and history. Visit the Spice Garden in Matale, stroll along the Upper Lake Drive, and stop at the bustling Market Crafts Centre and the revered Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. In the evening, enjoy a mesmerizing cultural show that will showcase Sri Lanka’s vibrant heritage. The journey continues into the cool, misty hills of Nuwara Eliya, the “Little England” of Sri Lanka. Take in the scenic beauty of tea plantations, visit a tea factory, and relax by the serene Lake Gregory, with an optional boat ride to explore its tranquil waters.
From the highlands, travel south to Yala for a taste of wilderness, where an optional jeep safari in Yala National Park offers encounters with the island’s remarkable wildlife, including leopards and elephants. Unwind along the stunning beaches of the southern coast, where you’ll see stilt fishermen practicing a centuries-old fishing method and visit a Marine Turtle Conservation project in Kosgoda. Explore the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort, rich in colonial history and scenic coastal views.
In Colombo, experience the contrast of modern cityscapes and historic landmarks. Enjoy a river cruise on the Madu Ganga in Balapitiya, and continue with a city tour through the bustling commercial areas, beautiful Cinnamon Gardens, and historical sites like the Dutch Church of Wolfendhal and the BMICH. For those last-minute souvenirs, explore Colombo’s top shopping spots, including ODEL, Arcade Independence Square, and the vibrant Pettah market. Depart with lasting memories of Sri Lanka’s charm, culture, and stunning landscapes.
Included/Excluded
- Accommodation on twin / triple sharing basis as per itinerary
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- Private tour and transportation as per itinerary with English Speaking guide / Driver cum guide
- Return International flight ticket
- Travel insurance
- Lunch
- Visa to Sri Lanka
- Camera fees etc not specified
- Personal expenses like phone calls, laundry, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Porterage and restaurant tips
- Optional tour and any other expenses or services not mentioned in inclusions
- Any transport during the day at leisure / tipping / any additional rides
- Peak period supplement
- Compulsory supplement
Day 1 Arrival – Negombo/Katunayake
- Arrive in Sri Lanka.
- Meet with our representatives.
- Transfer to hotel and check in
- Overnight stay in Negombo/ Katunayake
Day 2 Negombo/ Katunayake – Dambulla/ Sigiriya (Approx. 131km – Approx. 2hr 45min) (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
- Breakfast at hotel
- Check out hotel and transfer to Dambulla
- Lunch at local restaurant
- Visit Dambulla Cave
- Then visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress (Optional – RM 185 per person)
- Transfer to hotel
- Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Dambulla/Sigiriya
Day 3 Dambulla/Sigiriya – Kandy (Approx. 72km – 2hr) (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
- Breakfast at hotel
- Proceed tour to Hiriwaduna Village Track
- Enjoy an easy walk for 2.5 hours around the small villages to see the daily life of farmers
- Guided walk goes along side Hiriwaduna lake giving
- Enjoy lunch cooked by the villagers
- Proceed for Jeep Safari at Minneriya National Park (Optional – RM 260 per person)
- Transfer back to hotel
- Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Dambulla/Sigiriya
Day 4 Dambulla/ Sigiriya – Kandy (Approx. 72km – 2hr) (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
- Breakfast at hotel
- Check out and transfer to Kandy
- Lunch at local restaurant
- Visit Spice Garden in Matale
- Then, proceed for Kandy sightseeing including Upper Lake Drive, Market Crafts Centre and Gem Museum
- Continue visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
- By the night experience a colourful show where you will be taken to mind blowing Sri Lankan culture extravaganza
Transfer to hotel and check in
- Dinner and overnight stay at Kandy
Day 5 Kandy – Nuwara Eliya (Approx. 95km – 3hr) (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
- Breakfast at hotel
- Check out and procced to Nuwara Eliya
- Lunch at local restaurant
- Stop at a Tea Experience and visit tea factory
- Continue for Nuwara Eliya sightseeing ‘The Little England’ of Sri Lanka
- Visit Lake Gregory and enjoy boat ride at Lake Gregory (personal expenses)
- Transfer to hotel for check in
- Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Nuwara Eliya
Day 6 Nuwara Eliya – Yala (Approx. 179km – 5hr) (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
- Breakfast at hotel
- Check out and procced to the wilderness of Yala – situated in the south east corner of the island
- Lunch at local restaurant
- Later afternoon Jeep Safari at Yala National Park (Optional – RM 260 per person)
- Transfer to hotel for check in
- Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Yala
Day 7 Yala – Down South Beaches (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
- Breakfast at hotel
- Check out and proceed to the beautiful beaches of the south
- En-route visit Stilt fishing, an old tradition around Sri Lanka
- Then, visit Marine Turtle Conservation in Kosgoda
- Lunch at local restaurant
- Continue visit Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Transfer to hotel and check in
- Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in South Beach (Panadura/Wadduwa/Bentota/Beruwela/Galle)
Day 8 Down South – Colombo (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
- Breakfast at hotel
- Proceed for River Cruise at beautiful river called Madu Ganga in Balapitiya
- Lunch at local restaurant
- Then, transfer to Colombo and continue with Colombo City Tour
- Drive through the busy commercial area, the tree lined residential, Cinnamon Gardens, forts and Sea Street
- Continue to the Bazaar area, where is also a Hindu Temple with elaborate stone carvings, and the Dutch Church of Wolfendhal dating back to 1749
- visit the BMICH, see the replica of Avukana Buddha & the Independence Square
- Dinner at local restaurant
- Transfer to hotel and check in
- Overnight stay at hotel in Colombo
Day 9 Colombo – Departure (Breakfast)
- Breakfast at hotel
- Last minute shopping in Colombo, visit ODEL, House of Fashion, Arcade Independence square, Race Course and Beverly Street
- Lunch at local restaurant
- Continue to Bargain Market in Colombo Pettah
- Transfer to airport for departure
THIS TABLE BELOW SHOWS COST PER PERSON
| Travel Date(s) | Category | 2-3 Pax | 4-5 Pax | 6-8 Pax | Single Supplement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (01 Nov 2024 – 19 Dec 2024 / 11 Jan 2025 – 30 Apr 2025) | 3 Star | MYR 3930 | MYR 3810 | MYR 3700 | MYR 870 |
| (01 Nov 2024 – 19 Dec 2024 / 11 Jan 2025 – 30 Apr 2025) | 4 Star | MYR 4100 | MYR 3980 | MYR 3870 | MYR 1100 |
| (01 Nov 2024 – 19 Dec 2024 / 11 Jan 2025 – 30 Apr 2025) | 5 Star | MYR 4440 | MYR 4330 | MYR 4210 | MYR 1560 |
| ——————- | ——————- | ——————- | ——————- | ——————- | ——————- |
| (20 Dec 2024 – 10 Jan 2025) | 3 Star | MYR 3980 | MYR 3870 | MYR 3750 | MYR 870 |
| (20 Dec 2024 – 10 Jan 2025) | 4 Star | MYR 4270 | MYR 4100 | MYR 3930 | MYR 1100 |
| (20 Dec 2024 – 10 Jan 2025) | 5 Star | MYR 4790 | MYR 4670 | MYR 4555 | MYR 1560 |
THIS TABLE BELOW SHOWS COST PER PERSON
| City | 3 Star | 4 Star | 5 Star |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kandy | Oak-Ray Regency/ Serene Garden Hotel/Oak Ray Heritage/Rivendel Hotel or similar | Randholee Hotel/The Royal Kandyan/Suisse/Swiss Residence/Topaz Hotel or similar | OZO Kandy/The Grand Kandyan/The Golden Crown Hotel/Mahaweli Reach or similar |
| Negombo/Katunayake | Full Moon Garden Hotel/Tamarind Tree Hotel/Paradise Beach Hotel/ /Lavinia Hotel or similar | The Covanro/Club Palm Bay/ /Goldi Sands/ Pegasus Reef Beach Hotel or similar | Jetwing Sea/Beach/Blue/Lagoon/Arie Lagoon/Tranquil or similar |
| Dambulla/Sigiriya | Fresco Water Villa/Danawwa Hotel/Kassapa Lion Rock/Palwehera Hotel or similar | Sigiriya Village Hotel/ /Sun Green Resort/Camellia Resort/Saunter Paradise Hotel/Hotel Sigiriya or similar | Jetwing Lake/Habarana Village by Cinnamon/Amara Forest/Cinnamon Lodge or similar |
| Nuwara Eliya | Stamford Star Hotel/Ashford Hotel/The Queensbury Hotel or similar | Araliya Green Hills/Hill Club/Royal Cocoon Bungalow or similar | Jetwing St Andrew’s/Araliya Green City Hotel/Black Pool or similar |
| Yala | Okrin Hotel /Oak-Ray Tissa or similar | The Safari/Chandrika Hotel or similar | Mandara Rosen/Tamarind Lake Hotel / Cinnamon Wild or similar |
| Down South Panadura/Wadduwa/ Bentota/Beruwela/ Galle | Coco Royal Beach Resort/Earls Reef/Insight or similar | Avandra/The Palms/The Surf/Citrus Hikkaduwa /Hikka Tranz/Haridra Hotel or similar | Citrus Waskaduwa/ Jie Jie Beach/Cinnamon Bey or similar |
- Rooms are subject to availability upon confirmation of the booking.
- Alcohol will not be served by any hotel on Poya Days (full moon) and public holidays prohibited by the government.
- Smoking Tobacco and drinking alcohol are strictly prohibited in public places and is only allowed in designated areas.
- When entering a Buddhist Temple or Hindu Kovil, refrain from wearing shorts, skinnies when entering and remove footwear/caps. Some temples do not allow photographs.
- Do not feed monkeys and other animals and do not wear bright colored clothes during Game drives and nature walks as it can distract animals.
- Child Rates: (02- 11 years old)
- Child sharing with adult with extra bed – 75% of the adult Twin Sharing rate
- Child sharing with adult without extra bed – 45% of the adult Twin Sharing rate
- 24th Dec – Gala Dinner Supplement: RM 195 Per Person / 31st Dec – Gala Dinner: RM 215 Per Person
- Travelling date from 01 Nov 2024 until 30 April 2025
