9 Days Sri Lanka Itinerary: Sigiriya to Galle Private Tour
Nine days that cover Sri Lanka's best-loved sights: Sigiriya, Kandy, the Ella train, a Yala safari and the Dutch fort of Galle. This 9 days Sri Lanka itinerary runs as a private tour with your own vehicle and driver-guide, so you travel at your own pace.
Tour Highlights
Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa
Kandy spice garden and dance show
Scenic train to Ella and Nine Arches Bridge
Yala safari, Galle Fort and whale watching
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive, Colombo to Sigiriya
Drive to Sigiriya, with an optional afternoon elephant safari in Minneriya.
Day 2: Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa
Climb Sigiriya Lion Rock and explore the ruins of Polonnaruwa.
Day 3: Sigiriya to Kandy
Visit a spice garden and the Temple of the Tooth, then watch a Kandyan dance show.
Day 4: Kandy to Ella by Train
Ride the scenic train through tea country to Ella.
Day 5: Ella
See Nine Arches Bridge, hike Little Adam's Peak and tour a tea factory.
Day 6: Ella to Yala
Head south for an afternoon jeep safari in Yala National Park.
Day 7: Yala to Galle
Take an early safari, then hike to the Peace Pagoda at sunset.
Day 8: Galle
Walk Galle Fort and join an afternoon whale and dolphin trip in season.
Day 9: Departure
Transfer to Colombo for sightseeing and your flight home.
Why Book This Private Tour
Your own private vehicle and driver-guide for the whole trip
Travel on the dates that suit you
Hotels, pace and stops can be customised
Best Time to Visit
December to April is the best time for this itinerary, with dry, sunny weather on the west and south coasts and in the hill country.
Contact us to tailor this Sri Lanka private tour itinerary to your budget and travel style.