7 Nights 8 Days Sri Lanka Highlights Tour
Negombo to Galle via Hill Country & Yala, Culture, Hill Country, Wildlife & Coast
Duration
8 Days
Location
Negombo → Sigiriya → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Ella → Yala → Galle, Sri Lanka
Group Size
2–8 guests
Travel Style
Private Chauffeur Tour
The Experience
A perfectly balanced 8-day private journey covering Sri Lanka's essential highlights: the UNESCO Cultural Triangle, spiritual hill capital of Kandy, misty tea country by scenic rail, a wild leopard safari in Yala, and the Dutch colonial ramparts of Galle Fort. Enjoy luxury private transfers, expert local guides, handpicked boutique stays, and flexible daily itineraries.
Your Itinerary
A journey, day by day
Every day is paced to the rhythm of the highlands. Click View More on any day for the complete activity guide.
Arrival & Negombo
On arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, transfer to the nearby coastal town of Negombo for a relaxed first night to unwind before the tour begins in earnest.
Transfer to Sigiriya – Rock Fortress Climb & Village Tour
Travel to the Cultural Triangle and spend the day exploring the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress and the surrounding countryside.
Sigiriya – Dambulla Cave Temple & Wildlife Safari
A second day based in Sigiriya, with the option to explore the UNESCO-listed Dambulla Cave Temple and to head out on a wildlife safari in one of the nearby national parks.
Transfer to Kandy – Temple of the Tooth & Cultural Show
Travel to the hill capital of Kandy, visiting the city's most treasured religious site and enjoying an evening of traditional dance.
Transfer to Nuwara Eliya – Scenic Train to Ella
Drive up into the hill country to Nuwara Eliya, before continuing to Nanu Oya station to board one of the world's most scenic train journeys down to Ella.
Ella – Transfer to Yala National Park
A relaxed morning to explore Ella's landmarks before transferring to Yala for an afternoon or early-morning safari in search of the park's famous leopards.
Transfer to Galle – Galle Fort Walking Tour
Travel to the south coast and spend the afternoon exploring the atmospheric streets and ramparts of Galle Fort.
Departure
After breakfast, transfer from Galle to Bandaranaike International Airport (approx. 2 hours) for your departure flight.
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Personal Details
The OSHĪ Promise
- Every journey is tailored, our team confirms every detail personally.
- Exclusive access to Sri Lanka's most remote sanctuaries and private estates.
- 24/7 dedicated concierge from arrival to departure.
Need Assistance?
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Whether you wish to extend your stay, add a private helicopter transfer across the central mountain range, or combine this route with our southern coast safaris, our private travel designers are at your service.