Sigiriya
Habarana Elephant Safari
4x4 drive through Minneriya, Kaudulla, or Hurulu to see wild elephant herds, deer, monkeys, and birdlife gathering at the waterholes—best in the soft afternoon light.
Habarana
8 Days / 7 Nights
7 Nights / 8 Days Sri Lanka Highlights
Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala, Mirissa, and Bentota in one compact private route.
Duration
8 Days / 7 Nights
Tour Type
Private driver tour
Start / End
Airport arrival to airport departure
Cancellation
Flexible
Tour Overview
A focused one-week Sri Lanka route combining Sigiriya wildlife, Kandy culture, tea country, Ella viewpoints, Yala safari, Mirissa or Weligama beaches, and Bentota.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport. Meet & greet with your private guide. Drive to Sigiriya. Afternoon safari in Minneriya National Park. Evening at leisure in Sigiriya.
Included activities
Sigiriya
Minneriya Elephant Safari
Afternoon safari to spot elephant gatherings and other wildlife near Sigiriya.
Minneriya National Park
Early morning climb of Pidurangala Rock. Enjoy the Sigiriya Village Safari with bullock cart ride, canoe or boat ride, traditional cooking demonstration, and Sri Lankan lunch. Continue to Kandy with a stop at a spice garden in Matale. Evening cultural dance show, Temple of the Tooth, and Kandy Lake.
Included activities
Sigiriya
Pidurangala Rock Climbing
Forest trail and brief scramble to a flat summit with the classic head-on view of Sigiriya Rock and jungle plains—great at sunrise or late afternoon.
Pidurangala Rock
Sigiriya
Village Safari (Traditional Food Experience)
Bullock cart, catamaran ride, and farm walk with village families before a clay-pot lunch on banana leaves—a relaxed glimpse of rural Sigiriya life.
Villages near Sigiriya
Kandy
Spice Garden Visit
Short walk through cinnamon, pepper, and cardamom plots with demos on peeling and Ayurvedic uses—usually 30–45 minutes with tastings.
Spice gardens near Kandy
Kandy
Temple of the Tooth Relic
Kandy’s sacred shrine housing the Buddha’s tooth relic; daily puja with drums, plus museum and palace remnants by the lakeside.
Temple of the Tooth Relic
Kandy
Kandy Cultural Dance Show
High-energy show of Kandyan drums, mask dances, and fire acts—colorful costumes and quick rhythms rooted in temple traditions.
Cultural halls in Kandy
Kandy
Kandy Lake Walk
Gentle walk around scenic Kandy Lake in the heart of the city.
Visit the Gem Museum in Kandy and a traditional wood carving workshop. Drive to Nuwara Eliya with stops at Ramboda Falls, a tea plantation, and a tea factory. Walk around Gregory Lake and explore Nuwara Eliya town.
Included activities
Kandy
Gem Museum Visit
Brief exhibits and demos on mining and cutting sapphires and moonstones; see rough stones become faceted gems before the showroom.
Gem museums in Kandy
Kandy
Wood Carving Experience
Watch artisans sketch, chisel, and polish teak masks; try a few cuts yourself and learn how natural dyes are mixed.
Workshops near Kandy
Nuwara Eliya
Ramboda Falls
Twin cascades beside the Kandy–Nuwara Eliya road; short paths give cool, misty viewpoints amid tea slopes.
Ramboda Falls
Nuwara Eliya
Labookellie Tea Factory Visit
Guided walk through withering, rolling, and firing rooms, ending with a tasting that overlooks emerald tea slopes—a concise tea primer.
Labookellie Tea Factory
Nuwara Eliya
Gregory Lake Park
Lakeside promenade with paddle boats, horse rides, snacks, and misty hill views—a relaxed afternoon circuit.
Gregory Lake
Nuwara Eliya
Tea Plantation Visit
Walk through the tea hills and learn about Ceylon tea cultivation.
Scenic drive or optional train journey to Ella. Hike Little Adam’s Peak, visit Nine Arches Bridge, and relax at cafes overlooking Ella Gap.
Included activities
Ella
Little Adam's Peak
30–45 minute tea-estate hike to a trio of small peaks for wide views over Ella Gap and Ravana Falls—best at sunrise or sunset.
Little Adam's Peak
Ella
Nine Arch Bridge
1921 brick viaduct in the jungle; time your visit for the blue train crossing and grab the classic photo from the hillside.
Nine Arch Bridge
Ella
Ella Chill Cafe
Open-air, low-seating cafe with paddy views, Sri Lankan dishes, pizza, and cocktails—live music most nights and a relaxed vibe.
Ella Chill Cafe
Ella
Ella Gap Cafe Views
Relax at hillside cafes with wide views over the Ella Gap.
Optional stop at Ravana Falls. Drive to Yala National Park for an afternoon 4x4 jeep safari. Relax at the safari lodge in the evening.
Included activities
Ella
Ravana Waterfall
Roadside multi-tier fall with misty viewpoints and fruit stalls; great for photos, but currents make it better for viewing than swimming.
Ravana Falls
Yala
Yala Wild Safari
Dawn or dusk 4x4 through Yala Block 1 for leopards, elephants, crocs, and colorful birdlife; skilled drivers coordinate sightings by radio.
Yala National Park
Optional second safari in Yala or a relaxed breakfast. Drive along the scenic south coast to Mirissa or Weligama. Beach relaxation, sunset at Coconut Tree Hill, and optional surfing lesson in Weligama.
Included activities
Yala
Yala Wild Safari
Dawn or dusk 4x4 through Yala Block 1 for leopards, elephants, crocs, and colorful birdlife; skilled drivers coordinate sightings by radio.
Yala National Park
Mirissa
Mirissa Beach
Palm-lined cove of golden sand and clear water; swim, grab a smoothie, or climb Coconut Tree Hill for the classic Mirissa photo.
Mirissa Beach
Mirissa
Coconut Tree Hill
Iconic palm-fringed viewpoint above the ocean, especially beautiful at sunset.
Weligama
Surfing
Sandy, waist-deep bay with forgiving waves and lots of schools offering quick beginner lessons—quieter and softer in the morning.
Weligama Beach
Relax at the beach. Optional whale watching excursion (seasonal). Drive to Bentota for a river boat safari through mangroves and time at Bentota Beach.
Included activities
Mirissa
Dolphin and Whale Watching
Early-morning boat trips (Nov–Apr) to spot blue and sperm whales plus spinning dolphins; choose operators who keep safe distances.
Mirissa
Bentota
Madu River Boat Safari
Boat through mangroves and islets, stopping at cinnamon huts and a tiny river temple; early trips are calmer and better for wildlife.
Madu River
Bentota
Bentota Beach
Relax on the broad golden sands of Bentota beach.
Transfer from Bentota to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure.
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