Classic • 8 Days / 7 Nights
8-Day Luxury Discovery
A slower, more indulgent island journey
Overview
The journeyin brief
8 Days / 7 Nights
Private tour, fully bespoke
Private, air-conditioned vehicle throughout.
An eight-day private tour designed for travelers who want to move a little more slowly, stay a little longer at each stop and add a rainforest or coastal experience to the classic circuit.
Highlights
- Cultural Triangle
- Kandy and the highlands
- Sinharaja rainforest option
- Yala safari
- Southern beach retreat
Day by Day
Detailed itinerary
Day 1
Airport · Sigiriya
Private transfer and welcome.
Day 2
Sigiriya · Cultural Triangle
Sunrise Sigiriya, afternoon Polonnaruwa.
Day 3
Sigiriya · Kandy
Scenic drive to Kandy.
Day 4
Kandy · Tea Country
Journey through the highlands to a plantation stay.
Day 5
Tea Country · Ella
Highland train to Ella; Little Adam's Peak.
Day 6
Ella · Yala
Transfer and afternoon safari.
Day 7
Yala · South Coast
Dawn safari and beach retreat.
Day 8
South Coast · Airport
Departure transfer.
Included
What's in your journey
- Airport meet-and-greet and private transfers
- Private, air-conditioned vehicle with English-speaking chauffeur guide
- Carefully selected hotels and luxury resorts (on B&B or half-board basis)
- All entrance fees to sites listed in the itinerary
- Bottled water throughout the journey
- 24/7 ground support from our team
- Government taxes
Excluded
Not included
- International flights
- Sri Lanka entry visa (ETA)
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional activities and camera fees at some sites
- Travel insurance
Transportation
Private, air-conditioned vehicle throughout.
Accommodation
Boutique heritage stays, plantation bungalows and beachfront villas.
Packing list
- Lightweight breathable clothing for coast and lowlands
- A warm layer for hill country evenings
- Modest attire for temple visits (shoulders and knees covered)
- Comfortable walking shoes and sandals
- Sun protection, insect repellent and refillable water bottle
- Camera and binoculars for wildlife safaris
Good to know
- All itineraries are fully private and can be tailored to your interests.
- Order of destinations may be adjusted to optimise weather and events.
- Pricing is available on request — contact us for a custom quotation.
Common Questions
About this journey
Can I add Sinharaja rainforest?
Yes, we can substitute a rainforest lodge night for the highlands or the coast, depending on your interests.
Book this Journey
Request a private proposal
Every tour is fully bespoke. Share your dates and preferences and we'll design a personalised itinerary and quotation.
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