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10-Day Grand Sri Lanka Journey: Rock, Tea, Wildlife & Coast
10 Days / 9 Nights Complete Island Tour Private chauffeur guide

10-Day Grand Sri Lanka Journey: Rock, Tea, Wildlife & Coast 

From a gentle arrival night to elephant herds in Udawalawe and golden Bentota — a complete island journey at a relaxed pace.

KatunayakeSigiriyaKandyNuwara EliyaEllaUdawalaweMirissaGalleBentotaColombo

Tour overview

Why you'll love this journey

This ten-day private tour starts gently, with a restful first night near the airport so you begin your adventure fresh. From there you follow a classic loop around the island: the ancient Cultural Triangle, sacred Kandy, the tea hills of Nuwara Eliya and Ella.

Instead of a busy park, you will enjoy a safari in Udawalawe National Park — one of the best places in Asia to see wild elephants up close — before unwinding on the beaches of Mirissa and Bentota and exploring historic Galle.

It is the complete Sri Lanka experience, planned with comfortable driving times and plenty of space to relax.

Duration

10 Days / 9 Nights

Best for

Families, couples, nature lovers

Price

On request · tailored

Tour highlights

  • Restful arrival night near the airport
  • Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Dambulla
  • Kandy, Nuwara Eliya and Ella hill country
  • Udawalawe elephant safari
  • Galle Fort and Bentota river safari
  • Three different beach towns

Day by Day Itinerary

10 DAYS and 9 NIGHTS, with 10 planned itinerary entries


DAY 1 Overnight: Katunayake

Arrival in Colombo — Rest Near the Airport

Your chauffeur guide welcomes you at Bandaranaike International Airport and takes you to a comfortable hotel nearby so you can rest after your flight.

  • Airport welcome
  • Transfer to hotel near the airport
  • Evening at leisure
Private Driver Planned Stops
DAY 2 Overnight: Sigiriya

Sigiriya — Lion Rock

Drive to the Cultural Triangle and climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, with an optional visit to the Dambulla Cave Temple.

  • Sigiriya Rock Fortress
  • Dambulla Cave Temple (optional)
  • Village experience (optional)
Private Driver Planned Stops
DAY 3 Overnight: Kandy

Kandy — Sacred City

Travel through a spice garden to Kandy. Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, the lake and a cultural dance show.

  • Spice garden
  • Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
  • Kandy Lake
  • Cultural dance show
Private Driver Planned Stops
DAY 4 Overnight: Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya — Tea Country

Wind up into the hills past waterfalls and tea estates. Visit a tea factory and stroll around Gregory Lake.

  • Ramboda Falls
  • Tea factory & tasting
  • Gregory Lake
  • Nuwara Eliya town
Private Driver Planned Stops
DAY 5 Overnight: Ella

Ella — Mountain Village

Travel to Ella by scenic train or by road. Visit the Nine Arch Bridge and hike Little Adam's Peak.

  • Optional scenic train
  • Nine Arch Bridge
  • Little Adam's Peak
  • Ravana Falls
Private Driver Planned Stops
DAY 6 Overnight: Udawalawe

Udawalawe — Elephant Safari

Descend to the southern plains for an afternoon jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park, famous for its wild elephant herds.

  • Udawalawe National Park jeep safari
  • Elephant Transit Home (feeding time)
  • Birdlife & buffalo
Private Driver Planned Stops
DAY 7 Overnight: Mirissa

Mirissa — Beach Bay

Continue to Mirissa for a relaxing day on the beach and sunset at Coconut Tree Hill.

  • Mirissa beach
  • Coconut Tree Hill
  • Optional whale watching (Nov–Apr)
Private Driver Planned Stops
DAY 8 Overnight: Galle

Galle — Historic Fort

Explore Galle Fort's ramparts, lighthouse and charming streets lined with cafés and boutiques.

  • Stilt fishermen
  • Galle Fort walk
  • Lighthouse & ramparts
Private Driver Planned Stops
DAY 9 Overnight: Bentota

Bentota — River & Beach

Head up the coast to Bentota for a Madu River safari, a turtle hatchery visit and a final beach afternoon.

  • Madu River boat safari
  • Kosgoda turtle hatchery
  • Bentota beach & water sports
Private Driver Planned Stops
DAY 10 Overnight: Departure

Colombo — City Tour & Departure

Enjoy a Colombo city tour before your airport transfer.

  • Gangaramaya Temple
  • Galle Face Green
  • Pettah market
  • Airport drop-off
Private Driver Planned Stops

Good to know

What's included

Included

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle for the whole journey
  • Experienced English-speaking chauffeur guide
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off
  • Fuel, parking fees and highway tolls
  • Chauffeur's accommodation and meals
  • Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
  • 24/7 WhatsApp support while you travel

×Not included

  • –International flights and Sri Lanka ETA (visa)
  • –Entrance tickets to sites and national parks
  • –Meals and drinks unless stated otherwise
  • –Personal expenses, tips and travel insurance
  • –Optional activities not listed in the itinerary

Pricing is tailored to you. Your quote depends on dates, group size, vehicle and hotel category — ask us for an honest, no-obligation price.

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FAQ

Questions about this tour

Is Udawalawe or Yala better for a safari? +
Udawalawe is outstanding for seeing large herds of wild elephants and is usually less crowded, while Yala is best known for leopards. We can include either park — or both — in your plan.
Can this itinerary be customised? +
Yes. Every All Right Tours itinerary is private, so you can add days, swap destinations, change the pace or upgrade hotels. Tell us what you have in mind and we will tailor the plan for you.
How much does this tour cost? +
Prices depend on your travel dates, group size, vehicle and hotel category. We do not publish fixed prices because every trip is tailored — send an enquiry or WhatsApp us and we will share a clear, personalised quotation.
Is airport pick-up included? +
Yes. Your chauffeur guide will meet you at Bandaranaike International Airport (Colombo) and drop you off at the end of the tour.
Can you arrange hotels for us? +
Absolutely. We can book hand-picked hotels from comfortable to luxury to match your budget, or you can book your own and we will plan the route around them.

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