12 Days Sri Lanka Itinerary: Dambulla to Weligama Private Tour
Twelve days that start with temples and rock fortresses, climb into the tea hills, include a Yala safari and finish with four relaxed nights by the sea in Weligama. This 12 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
Dambulla Golden Temple and Sigiriya
Scenic train to Ella and Ella Rock hike
Two days around Yala National Park
Four nights on Weligama beach
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive, Dambulla
Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple and Golden Temple, then stay in Giritale.
Day 2: Sigiriya and Habarana
Climb Sigiriya Lion Rock, take a village walk and enjoy a farm lunch.
Day 3: Giritale to Kandy
Visit a spice garden and the Temple of the Tooth, then watch a cultural dance.
Day 4: Kandy to Ella by Train
Ride the famous train through tea estates and mountains.
Day 5: Ella
Hike Little Adam's Peak or Ella Rock and visit Ravana Falls.
Day 6: Ella to Yala
Drive south with an optional stop at Buduruwagala rock carvings.
Day 7: Yala Safari
Take a morning or afternoon game drive in search of leopards and elephants.
Day 8: Yala to Weligama
Check into your beach resort and relax by the sea.
Day 9: Mirissa and Galle
Optional whale watching, then a tour of Galle Fort.
Day 10: Weligama
Free day on the beach.
Day 11: Weligama
Another free day to surf, swim or walk the shoreline.
Day 12: Departure
Transfer to the airport for 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.