Sri Lanka rewards curious travelers with an effortless mix of culture, wildlife, scenery, and coast. Our suggested tours are hand-picked routes that connect the island’s icons—Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella, Yala, Galle, and the southern/eastern beaches—with just the right pace. Each itinerary balances memorable sights with comfortable travel times, trusted stays, and immersive local experiences. Start with our suggestions, then tailor the details—swap a safari for a snorkel, add a tea-estate walk, linger longer by the sea. Your trip, perfected.
What you’ll experience
- Ancient Heritage: Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Dambulla Cave Temples, and the sacred rhythms of Kandy’s Temple of the Tooth.
- Hill-Country Magic: Tea-clad valleys, cool Nuwara Eliya breezes, and the famous Ella train journey across sky-high viaducts.
- Wild Sri Lanka: Game drives in Yala or Udawalawe for leopards, elephants, and abundant birdlife.
- Coasts & Lagoons: Golden arcs at Bentota and Mirissa, coral-rich waters, whale-watching, and laid-back lighthouse towns.
- Flavours & Craft: Ceylon tea tastings, cinnamon and spice gardens, market bites, and village visits with real conversations.
Why our suggested tours work ?
- Smart pacing: Routes designed to keep most transfers comfortable and time-efficient.
- Stays that fit you: Boutique hotels, luxury villas, and well-located resorts we know and trust.
- Local expertise: Engaging, licensed guides and handpicked experiences—authentic, not tourist-trappy.
- Flexible by design: Swap stops, add nights, upgrade rooms—your tour adapts to your style and budget.
- Season-savvy routing: South/West coasts shine Nov–Apr; East coast glows May–Oct—your beach time is always well placed.
Example tour arcs (mix & match)
- Classic Highlights (7–8 nights): Negombo → Sigiriya & Dambulla → Kandy → Ella (scenic train) → Yala safari → Galle & Southern Beaches.
Great for a first visit with a bit of everything.
- Hills, Heritage & Beach (10 nights): Negombo → Anuradhapura or Polonnaruwa → Sigiriya → Kandy → Hatton/Nuwara Eliya → Ella → Mirissa/Bentota.
A slower rhythm with longer stays and a gentle finish by the sea.
- Adventure & Wildlife (6–7 nights): Kitulgala (rafting/zipline) → Ella hikes → Udawalawe or Yala → Weligama/Mirissa (surf & snorkel).
Active days, rewarding wildlife, breezy beach downtime.
Personalise your trip
Photography walks, sunrise hikes, private heritage tours, tea-estate picnics, Ayurveda spa time, kid-friendly pacing, special-occasion dining, water sports, and more. Tell us your must-dos—we’ll shape the route, hotels, and daily timing around them.
Practical notes
- Best time to visit: Year-round, with coast choices tailored to monsoon patterns (we’ll advise).
- Typical tour lengths: 6–12 nights for highlights; 14+ nights for deeper exploration.
- Travelling comfortably: Private air-conditioned transport; scenic train segments where they add real value.