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Private Guided Tours to Sri Lanka
Private & Personalized | Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Green Tea Plantation & MoreWhy Travel to Sri Lanka
From ocean-flanked beaches and timeless ruins to wildlife habitats and stunning landscapes, a tour of Sri Lanka is like looking into a kaleidoscope. Visit ancient sites in Dambulla and Sigiriya, travel by a fun train passing through the rolling tea plantation between Kandy and Nuwara Eliya, take in the exciting wildlife safari in Yala National Park, and be ready for whale-watching in Mirissa. Traveling to Sri Lanka, you will be rewarded with long-lasting memories - heavily marked by charming people, a laid-back atmosphere, sacred sights, and delicious food. Consider Sri Lanka the travel destination and come to capture those unmissable experiences through our well-designed tour itineraries.
Sri Lanka Private Tours
Choose from one of the tours that we've carefully curated below, or have our Sri Lankan expert craft a customized trip just for you.
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Sri Lanka: Culture, Wildlife and Beach Holiday
13 DaysNegombo, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Yala, Galle, Hikkaduwa, Colombo -
Sri Lanka & the Maldives Holiday
13 DaysSri Lanka: Negombo, Anuradhapura, Sigiriya, Kandy, Galle, Colombo; the Maldives -
South Asia Private Tours Including Sri Lanka
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Why Private Tour?
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- Design for You, Decide by YouA private tour is exclusively made for you and your party. You can include all of the sights and activities that you want to see and do, as well as the duration of time you want to spend on each item. You no longer need to worry about not knowing the destinations; just tell us what you have in mind, and our local experts will take care of the rest. Start your journey with a perfect trip plan that incorporates all of your interests!
- Hand-Picked Hotels & MealsWhen away from home, where you eat and stay are also two important factors for a wonderful trip. With a private journey, you get to choose where to stay; from little-known hideaways to five-star luxury accommodations. Restaurant choices will also be arranged based on your tastes and dietary preferences. If you're interested in trying some of the regional cuisines, we'd be happy to recommend some of the iconic ones for you too.
- A Once-in-a-Lifetime TripThere is no reason why one should travel, but one will travel for some reason. Whether you're going to celebrate an anniversary, embark on a romantic honeymoon, pay a visit to an old friend, rest and recover, or simply explore a new part of the world. Your travel goals and the destinations can be expertly incorporated into a well-crafted private tour, giving you an experience that is second to none.
Top Places to Visit in Sri Lanka
KANDY
Kandy, located in the center of Sri Lanka, is surrounded by mountains and tea plantations and contains numerous impressive cultural sites. As the last capital of the ancient kingdoms, Kandy is home to one of the holiest Buddhist temples, the Temple of the Tooth Relic. Kandy Lake, a tranquil refuge in the city's center, is a focal point. Kandy will annually host the Esala Perahera Festival in July or August, during which time majestic elephants will parade through the city's main streets, accompanied by frantic drumming, exotic chants, and traditional dances.
- SYGIRIYAThe ancient Lion Rock Fortress is a must-see during any trip to Sigiriya. The site, which dates back to the reign of King Kasyapa (477-495 AD), was constructed on a massive, nearly 200-meter-tall rock. Visitors can still see beautiful frescoes on the walls and impressive palace ruins atop the rock column during their travels here. In 1982, Sigiriya was designated a World Heritage Site.
- GALLEGalle, a port city on the southwestern coast of Sri Lanka, is a must-see. This small but atmospheric city is brimming with colonial culture, which is best explored on foot. You will pass by the historic Galle Fort, the Dutch Reformed Church, and numerous heritage buildings, ancient mosques, and museums along the way. It is highly recommended that visitors stay in a heritage hotel to get a sense of the district's glorious past.
- NIWARA ELIYANuwara Eliya, a city in the central Sri Lankan tea hills, is frequently referred to as "Little England." As you travel through this area, you will see Victorian-style structures, well-kept hedgerows, and beautiful gardens, which will give you the impression of visiting a British village. The most enjoyable way to reach this location is by scenic train ride. Along the route, you will see numerous tea plantations with locals engaged in agricultural work.
- TRINCOMALEETrincomalee, situated on the northeastern coast of Sri Lanka, is approximately 265 kilometers from Colombo and is renowned for its deep, sapphire-blue harbor, powdery beaches, and charming Hindu culture. The highlight of a trip to Trincomalee is a cruise between March and November to observe dolphins and whales in their natural habitat.
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