A Taste of Sri Lanka Suggested Itinerary

If it’s your first visit to Sri Lanka, this week-long journey of the ‘Teardrop Island’s’ highlights is the ideal trip to get a glimpse into the sheer variety Sri Lanka offers.

You’ll see cultural highlights like Sigiriya Rock and the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, have the chance to journey through Tea Country on a scenic train ride, and there’s even the opportunity to take an elephant safari. Your transfers are taken care of, so you can sit back and watch the passing scenery on the drives between destinations.

Every Kuoni tour in Sri Lanka will have a private chauffeur-driver. More than just a driver, your guide will become a constant companion – knowledgeable about everything to do with Sri Lanka, from culture to food, wildlife, general knowledge, politics and history; you’ll find yourself in endless conversation. They know exactly what you need and when.

Private Tour
7 nights
Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Negombo

Itinerary overview

Days 1-3

Sigiriya

You’ll land in the capital of Sri Lanka, Colombo, where a private chauffeur-driver will meet you ...

Day 4

Kandy

Leaving Sigiriya behind, you’ll drive south to Kandy on a journey that’ll take around three hours...

Days 5 to 6

Nuwara Eliya

From Kandy, you’ll board a train to Nuwara Eliya. It’s a scenic trip through Sri Lanka’s Tea Coun...

Day 7

Negombo

After two nights in Sri Lanka’s Tea Country, you’ll be driven west on a five-hour journey to the ...

Extend your holiday

Option 1: Bentota Beach

If you can’t get enough of Sri Lanka, end your holiday with a proper beach break. From Negombo, h...

Extend your holiday

Option 2: The Maldives

The Maldives is a short hop (aka a 90-minute flight) from Colombo so is the perfect beach bliss d...

Days 1-3

Sigiriya

You’ll land in the capital of Sri Lanka, Colombo, where a private chauffeur-driver will meet you and drive you northeast to Sigiriya, a four-hour journey by road. Although you’ll arrive late, you’ll be exactly where you need to be to see one of Sri Lanka’s most remarkable sights – the flat-topped summit of Sigiriya, where the ruins of an ancient civilisation lie. You might decide to take an elephant safari while you’re here, in addition to the memorable early-morning hike to Lion’s Rock that’s included.

Day 4

Kandy

Leaving Sigiriya behind, you’ll drive south to Kandy on a journey that’ll take around three hours. You’ll spend a night here, allowing you enough time to visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and the Royal Botanical Gardens with its exquisite collection of orchids and an impressive display of majestic trees.

Days 5 to 6

Nuwara Eliya

From Kandy, you’ll board a train to Nuwara Eliya. It’s a scenic trip through Sri Lanka’s Tea Country, passing through little villages and tea plantations. On arrival, you’ll be met and transferred to your accommodation. While you’re in Nuwara Eliya, it’s up to you whether you’d like to take a tour of a tea factory or simply relax and enjoy the beautiful views this area is famous for.

Day 7

Negombo

After two nights in Sri Lanka’s Tea Country, you’ll be driven west on a five-hour journey to the coast, where the beaches of Negombo are waiting. It’s the perfect location for some downtime, with golden sand beaches and stylish hotels to enjoy and end your trip on a high.

Extend your holiday

Option 1: Bentota Beach

If you can’t get enough of Sri Lanka, end your holiday with a proper beach break. From Negombo, head south down Sri Lanka’s west coast to Bentota. It’s around a two-hour drive away, but you’re treated to all the bells and whistles of a beautiful beach resort. Spend a week relaxing under sunny skies and savour all the flavours of Sri Lanka in the local restaurants before returning to Colombo for your flight home.

Extend your holiday

Option 2: The Maldives

The Maldives is a short hop (aka a 90-minute flight) from Colombo so is the perfect beach bliss destination to add on to your Sri Lanka adventure. We feature over 35 islands resorts so there'll be one to suit your budget and tastes, just have a chat with one of our experts - they know them like the back of their hands.

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