Tailor-Made Sri Lanka Tour | A 01
No reviews yetA private Sri Lanka tour, 8 days and 7 nights, with a dedicated chauffeur-guide: Colombo, Pinnawala, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Kitulgala and the beaches of Wadduwa or Ahungalla. Hotels rated five stars on Booking.com, on a half-board basis. From USD 2,575 per person.
The final price will depend on the departure date chosen by the client, based on flight and hotel prices for that specific date.
Key facts
- Duration
- 8 days
- Fitness level
- Moderate
- Cancellation
- Refer to the terms and conditions on your trip proposal
- Guide languages
- English
- Hotel pickup
- Available
Eight days and seven nights | 2026/2027 season
A private Sri Lanka tour with a dedicated chauffeur-guide, combining Colombo, Pinnawala, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya and Kitulgala, and ending with a beach holiday at Wadduwa or Ahungalla. Accommodation is in hotels rated five stars on Booking.com, on a half-board basis.
The final price will be set according to the departure date you choose and the flight and hotel prices on that date.
Package details
| Item | Information |
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| Tour length | 8 days and 7 nights |
| Required fitness level | Moderate |
| Guiding language | English |
| Hotel pickup | Available |
| Cancellation policy | According to the terms set out in your trip proposal |
| Package location | Colombo, Sri Lanka |
The route and the private vehicle
Route map
Colombo → Pinnawala → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Kitulgala → Wadduwa or Ahungalla beach
Sample vehicle
Travel is by sedan car or a similar model. The vehicle you actually receive may look different from the one shown in the picture.
Day 1 Arrival and transfer to Colombo
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On landing at Bandaranaike International Airport, your personal guide will give you a warm welcome and accompany you on the drive to your hotel in Colombo. |
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Day 2 Colombo, Pinnawala and Kandy
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After breakfast at the hotel we set off towards Kandy. On the way we visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, where you can watch the elephants and learn about their daily care. We continue through the Sri Lankan countryside and enjoy a complimentary visit to a traditional spice and herbal garden. We get to know the spices and medicinal herbs associated with the island and learn about their traditional uses. We arrive in Kandy, Sri Lanka's historic hill capital. In the evening we watch the colourful Kandyan dance show, with traditional costumes, rhythmic drumming, folk performances and traditional fire acts. Afterwards we check in at the hotel and enjoy dinner. Overnight: Kandy. Estimated driving times: Colombo–Pinnawala about two and a half hours; Pinnawala–Kandy about an hour and a half. |
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Day 3 A relaxed introduction to Kandy
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After breakfast we set out on a relaxed day of sightseeing in the city. We visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic during the Thewawa ceremony, between 09:30 and 11:00. It is one of the most important Buddhist and cultural sites in Sri Lanka. We continue with a guided tour of Kandy, including Kandy Lake, the upper lake viewpoint road and Kandy Market. On a complimentary arts and crafts tour we visit a gem museum, a traditional woodcarving workshop and a batik and silk factory. It is a chance to discover raw materials, handicrafts and traditional production methods. There will be time to explore the city at a comfortable pace, with no long drives during the day. We return to the hotel for a free evening and dinner. Overnight: Kandy. No long intercity drive on this day. |
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Day 4 From Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
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After breakfast we set out on a scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya, through the beautiful mountains of central Sri Lanka. On the way we stop at Ramboda Falls, surrounded by green mountain scenery. We make a complimentary visit to the Bluefield tea factory and tea plantations, and learn how Sri Lanka's famous Ceylon tea is made. We continue between mist-wrapped tea plantations and mountain views on our way to Nuwara Eliya. On arrival we check in at the hotel. The evening is free to enjoy the cool atmosphere of the hill country, followed by dinner at the hotel. Overnight: Nuwara Eliya. Estimated driving time from Kandy: about 3 hours. |
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Day 5 Nuwara Eliya, Kitulgala and Wadduwa
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After breakfast and check-out we head for Kitulgala. If you wish, you can add an optional white-water rafting activity, between the river rapids in green tropical surroundings. After the activity we continue to Sri Lanka's south-west coast and to Wadduwa. We arrive at the hotel, complete check-in and rest after the drive. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight: Wadduwa. Estimated driving times: Nuwara Eliya–Kitulgala about two and a half hours; Kitulgala–Wadduwa about three and a half hours. Good to know: rafting in Kitulgala depends on availability, river conditions, the weather and the activity operator's safety assessment. It cannot be guaranteed in advance and will be reconfirmed close to the travel date. The activity is optional and not included in the price. |
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Day 6 Madu River and Ahungalla
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After breakfast we leave Wadduwa for a relaxed outing in the Madu River area. We enjoy a safari boat ride through quiet mangrove channels, small islands, tropical vegetation and wetland habitats. We continue to Julee Café in Ahungalla, where we enjoy complimentary refreshments and a tasting of rich Sri Lankan coffee. Afterwards we make a complimentary visit to the Ahungalla Sea Turtle Conservation and Research Centre. We get to know Sri Lanka's sea turtle species and learn about rescue, rehabilitation, the hatchery's work and conservation efforts. If on the day of the visit there are young sea turtles naturally ready for release, and conditions allow it, you will be invited to take part in releasing them into the sea at no extra cost, after about 18:30. We return to Wadduwa and enjoy free time on the beach, at the pool and in the hotel facilities. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight: Wadduwa. Estimated driving time from Wadduwa to Ahungalla: about an hour. |
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Day 7 Beach holiday in Wadduwa
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After breakfast we enjoy a free day to relax on the beach, at the hotel pool and in the resort facilities, at your own pace. For those interested in local culture, the "Wadduwa Whispers – Village Discovery" experience can be arranged at extra cost. The tour shows village life in Sri Lanka: a local bakery, traditional broom making, village temples, paddy fields, vegetable gardens, rice milling, coconut and cinnamon plantations and a tractor ride. The experience ends with a traditional cooking demonstration and a local lunch, to get to know the flavours of the village and local hospitality. We return to the hotel for a free evening and dinner. Overnight: Wadduwa. No long intercity drive on this day. |
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Day 8 From Wadduwa to the airport
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After breakfast we make the most of the last hours to rest, according to the confirmed departure time. We check out of the hotel and drive to Bandaranaike International Airport. We plan to arrive early enough for check-in, baggage drop, border control and the other departure formalities. You will receive assistance before your flight, and we say goodbye to Sri Lanka with memories of its culture, mountain scenery, adventures, tropical rivers and beautiful beaches. This is where the tour ends. Estimated driving time from Wadduwa to the airport: about two hours. |
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Hotels along the route
Accommodation on a half-board basis
Colombo First night
Amari Colombo — or a hotel of the same standard, subject to availability
Superior room with city view
Kandy Second and third nights
Fox Resort Kandy — or a hotel of the same standard, subject to availability
Deluxe room
https://www.foxresorts.com/fox-kandy
Nuwara Eliya Fourth night
Araliya Green City — or a hotel of the same standard, subject to availability
Superior room
https://www.araliyaresorts.com/araliya-green-city
Wadduwa Fifth to seventh nights
Blue Water Hotel & Spa — or a hotel of the same standard, subject to availability
Deluxe room
https://www.bluewatersrilanka.com
Terms and important information
Notes on prices and transport
All prices quoted include the applicable taxes and service charges. Government taxes may change without prior notice. The transport cost includes the driver's accommodation and meals.
Driving times
Driving times on the route are estimates based on standard mapping tools. Driving conditions in Sri Lanka may differ from those in other destinations. Actual travel time may vary due to traffic, weather and other unforeseen factors.
Hotel bookings and room allocation
All hotels are subject to availability at the time your booking receives final confirmation. If the selected hotels are not available, we will arrange alternatives of a similar standard, according to the rooms available. Hotel prices may change as a result, so the final price of the tour may also change depending on availability at the time of confirmation.
We can ask the hotel for your preferred room category. The view from the room and its exact location are always subject to availability at check-in. If you have special requests or preferences, we will do our best to meet them.
To make sure the accommodation meets your expectations, please check the room categories listed in the itinerary carefully. If a hotel or room type does not suit your preferences, let us know and we will suggest more suitable alternatives. Changing hotels or room categories may increase the final price.
Booking the package
From USD 2,575 per person
Number of adults: two.
Photos: Wikimedia Commons · XKillSwitchXxx, A. Komarov, P. A. Leclercq, V. Argenberg, P. van den Scheetek, Knthabrew, S. Sadurshan, ANKAN · CC BY 3.0 / 4.0, CC BY-SA 4.0
Highlights
Includes
- ✓ Return flights from Israel.
- ✓ Airport pickup and return transfer.
- ✓ Transport in a private, modern, air-conditioned vehicle along the detailed route.
- ✓ English-speaking chauffeur-guide.
- ✓ All vehicle expenses, including fuel, parking and the driver's accommodation.
- ✓ Accommodation in a double room with a double bed or two separate beds, with breakfast and dinner daily.
- ✓ Entrance fees and activity costs for the following sites: Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, the Kandy dance show, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and the Madu River safari boat ride.
- ✓ Bottles of drinking water daily.
- ✓ All government taxes.
Excludes
- ✕ Lunches, additional meals and drinks not expressly mentioned in the itinerary.
- ✕ Personal expenses, such as shopping, tips, laundry and phone calls.
- ✕ Services and activities not expressly included in the list of included services.
- ✕ Hotel supplements for early check-in or late check-out.
- ✕ Optional tours, water sports and white-water rafting.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy for Tailor-Made Sri Lanka Tour | A 01?
Refer to the terms and conditions on your trip proposal
How long is Tailor-Made Sri Lanka Tour | A 01?
8 days
What is included in Tailor-Made Sri Lanka Tour | A 01?
Return flights from Israel., Airport pickup and return transfer., Transport in a private, modern, air-conditioned vehicle along the detailed route., English-speaking chauffeur-guide., All vehicle expenses, including fuel, parking and the driver's accommodation., Accommodation in a double room with a double bed or two separate beds, with breakfast and dinner daily., Entrance fees and activity costs for the following sites: Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, the Kandy dance show, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and the Madu River safari boat ride., Bottles of drinking water daily., All government taxes.
What is not included in Tailor-Made Sri Lanka Tour | A 01?
Lunches, additional meals and drinks not expressly mentioned in the itinerary., Personal expenses, such as shopping, tips, laundry and phone calls., Services and activities not expressly included in the list of included services., Hotel supplements for early check-in or late check-out., Optional tours, water sports and white-water rafting.
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