Discover Sri Lanka in 10 days and 9 nights, linking Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala and Galle with airport pickup and departure transfers.
Explore ancient landmarks, living traditions, tea country, wildlife and the southern coast on a 10-day, 9-night Sri Lanka journey. Start in Sigiriya, continue through Kandy and Nuwara Eliya to Ella, then travel towards Yala and Galle before returning to Bandaranaike International Airport. The itinerary combines cultural visits, scenic transfers and time to enjoy each setting. Optional safaris, the cultural dance show, train travel and arrival-day visits depend on timing, availability and conditions. Request a personalised quotation for your dates and group. Hotel choices, meal arrangements, activity costs and commercial inclusions are confirmed in the agreed proposal.
Complete route: Airport - Dambulla - Sigiriya - Matale - Kandy - Nuwara Eliya - Ella - Yala / Tissamaharama - Galle - Airport
Pick up from Bandaranaike International Airport and travel to Sigiriya. Visit Dambulla Cave Temple depending on arrival time, then relax at the hotel. Overnight: Sigiriya.
Make an early-morning climb at Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Visit a traditional Sri Lankan village and enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan lunch. An afternoon safari at Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park is optional. Overnight: Sigiriya.
Visit a spice garden in Matale and travel to Kandy. Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, then explore Kandy Lake and the city centre. A Kandyan cultural dance show is optional. Overnight: Kandy.
Visit the Royal Botanic Gardens at Peradeniya, explore Kandy View Point and visit a local handicraft centre. Enjoy the city's cultural atmosphere. Overnight: Kandy.
Travel through scenic tea plantations. Visit a tea factory and learn about Ceylon tea, stop at Ramboda Falls, visit Gregory Lake and explore Nuwara Eliya town. Overnight: Nuwara Eliya.
Travel to Ella, optionally taking the scenic train from Nanu Oya if tickets and schedules permit. Enjoy views of mountains, forests and tea plantations. Visit the Nine Arches Bridge depending on arrival time. Overnight: Ella.
Visit Little Adam's Peak and the Nine Arches Bridge if it was not visited on Day 6. Stop at Ravana Falls, explore Ella town and enjoy the hill-country scenery. Overnight: Ella.
Travel to Yala via the southern hill country. Visit Buduruwagala Temple if time permits. Enjoy an afternoon safari at Yala National Park, subject to park hours and availability. Look for elephants, crocodiles, deer and birds. Leopard sightings are possible but not guaranteed. Overnight: Yala / Tissamaharama.
An early-morning safari at Yala National Park is optional. Travel along Sri Lanka's southern coast and visit Galle Dutch Fort. Explore the historic streets and ramparts and enjoy the coastal scenery. Overnight: Galle.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then travel towards Bandaranaike International Airport. Stop for refreshments along the way and arrive for your airport drop-off and departure.
Routes and activities can be adapted. Final arrangements are agreed in your personalised quotation.
9 nights: Sigiriya (2), Kandy (2), Nuwara Eliya (1), Ella (2), Yala / Tissamaharama (1) and Galle (1). Hotel names, room types and meal arrangements are confirmed in your quotation.
The journey starts and ends at Bandaranaike International Airport. Road transfers, safari vehicles and an optional train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella are confirmed in your proposal. Rail travel depends on available tickets and operating schedules. Departure-day transfer timing is planned around your flight.
The Day 1 Dambulla Cave Temple visit depends on arrival time. The Day 2 Minneriya or Kaudulla safari and the Kandyan dance show are optional. Train travel is optional and subject to tickets and schedules. The Nine Arches Bridge visit is planned for Day 6 if arrival time allows, otherwise Day 7. Buduruwagala Temple is visited if time permits. The Day 8 Yala afternoon safari depends on park hours and availability; Day 9 offers an optional additional morning safari. Confirm park access and operator arrangements for your dates. Wildlife sightings, including leopards, are never guaranteed. Follow local guidance for climbs, railway viewpoints and weather conditions. Meals and activities mentioned describe the proposed experience; exact inclusions and costs are agreed in writing.
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