Elite Travels Sri Lanka
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Island Adventure
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Signature Journey · Culture · Nature · Tea Country · Wildlife · Beach

Island Adventure

Twelve days across Sri Lanka — ancient culture, misty highlands, wildlife and the tropical coast, brought together in one seamless private journey

12 Days / 11 NightsPrivate Chauffeured
NegomboSigiriyaDambullaKandyNuwara EliyaEllaYalaWadduwaColombo

Journey Overview

About This Journey

Twelve days gives you time to experience Sri Lanka's remarkable variety without feeling rushed. With your own private chauffeur-driver, you'll travel from the Cultural Triangle and Kandy into the misty tea country, continue through Ella to the wildlife landscapes of Yala, and finish with time to unwind on the west coast before Colombo. The journey is completely private and can be tailored around your interests, preferred pace and travel style.

Tour Highlights

What Makes This Journey Special

  • Private airport meet & greet and dedicated chauffeur-driver for all 12 days
  • Sigiriya Rock Fortress — one of Asia's most dramatic ancient monuments
  • Dambulla Cave Temple — five cave sanctuaries with centuries-old frescoes and 150+ Buddha statues
  • Kandy's Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and Royal Botanic Gardens
  • Scenic railway journey through Sri Lanka's spectacular tea country
  • Nuwara Eliya — rolling tea estates, waterfalls and cool highland air
  • Ella's iconic Nine Arch Bridge and sweeping hill-country panoramas
  • Private wildlife safari in Yala — with opportunities to encounter elephants, leopards, crocodiles and diverse birdlife
  • Two relaxing days on the tropical west coast at Wadduwa
  • Colombo city highlights — Gangaramaya, Fort, Pettah and Galle Face
  • Authentic village experience in the Cultural Triangle
  • Handpicked 4-star, 5-star and boutique hotels throughout

Journey Impressions

Along the Route

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Day-by-Day

Your Itinerary

Your Elite Travels chauffeur-driver will meet you at Bandaranaike International Airport and transfer you privately to your hotel in Negombo. After your flight, settle in and enjoy time to relax. Depending on your arrival time, you may explore Negombo's coastal surroundings — the historic Hamilton Canal, the fishing harbour, or the beach — or simply unwind at your hotel. Overnight: Negombo

Accommodation

Handpicked hotels selected to match your preferences and chosen accommodation category. From intimate jungle lodges near Sigiriya and colonial heritage hotels in Kandy and Nuwara Eliya to stylish beachside properties on the west coast — every property is chosen for its character, location and quality of service.

Transport

All transfers and touring throughout the 12 days in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with your dedicated Elite Travels professional chauffeur-driver. Your driver is with you from airport arrival to final departure — no shared coaches, no fixed group schedules.

What's Included

  • Private airport meet & greet and dedicated chauffeur-driver throughout the 12-day journey
  • Accommodation in handpicked hotels according to the selected category
  • Daily breakfast and dinner at your accommodation
  • Private air-conditioned transport and transfers
  • Entrance fees for attractions specifically identified as included in the confirmed itinerary
  • English-speaking guide for selected cultural sites where specified
  • Tea estate and factory experience in the Nuwara Eliya region
  • Private Yala National Park safari
  • 24/7 Elite Travels support throughout your journey

Not Included

  • International flights and airport taxes
  • Sri Lanka visa / ETA fees, where applicable
  • Lunches, unless specifically included in the confirmed itinerary
  • Drinks and personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Gratuities
  • Optional experiences and activities not included in the confirmed itinerary

Enhance Your Journey

Optional Experiences

  • Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park safari — an optional wildlife experience with excellent opportunities to see wild elephants, depending on seasonal movements
  • Hot air balloon flight over the Cultural Triangle at sunrise — a breathtaking perspective on Sigiriya and the ancient landscape
  • Traditional Kandyan cultural show — dance, drumming and fire-walking performance in Kandy
  • Scenic hill-country train journey — experience Sri Lanka's celebrated railway through tea country, subject to ticket availability
  • Horton Plains National Park and World's End — a spectacular early-morning plateau walk with sweeping views across the southern plains
  • Madu River boat safari — glide through mangrove channels and visit a cinnamon island near Wadduwa
  • Day trip to Galle Fort — UNESCO World Heritage Site with Dutch colonial architecture and ocean views

Why Choose Us

Why Travel With Elite Travels

Trusted Since 1988

Over three decades of crafting private Sri Lanka journeys for discerning travellers from around the world.

Dedicated Chauffeur-Driver

Your professional, English-speaking chauffeur-driver is with you from arrival to departure — no shared coaches, no fixed schedules.

Fully Personalised

Every detail — accommodation, pace, experiences and route — is tailored to your preferences before you travel.

24/7 Support

Our team is available around the clock throughout your journey, so you can travel with complete peace of mind.

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions About This Journey

Signature Journey

Island Adventure

12 Days / 11 Nights
Private Chauffeured Tour
Negombo → Sigiriya → Dambulla → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Ella → Yala → Wadduwa → Colombo

This is a fully private, customisable journey. We'll tailor every detail — dates, accommodation, pace, and experiences — to your preferences.

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  • Fully customisable itinerary
  • 24/7 Elite Travels support
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