9 Days Sri Lanka Itinerary: Active Adventure Private Tour
Nine active days of rock climbs, tea-country hikes, a scenic train, rainforest walks and coastal time in 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 Pidurangala rock climbs
Dambulla caves and Temple of the Tooth
Train to Ella and tea-country treks
Sinharaja Rainforest and Galle Fort
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive, Colombo to Sigiriya
Drive past rice farms and ancient reservoirs to Sigiriya.
Day 2: Sigiriya and Pidurangala
Climb Sigiriya Lion Rock in the morning and Pidurangala Rock in the afternoon.
Day 3: Sigiriya to Kandy
Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, then drive through tea country to Kandy.
Day 4: Kandy to Ella
Visit the Temple of the Tooth, then ride the train to Ella.
Day 5: Ella
Hike Little Adam's Peak and walk through tea estates and villages.
Day 6: Ella to Sinharaja
Take a three-hour guided walk through the rainforest.
Day 7: Sinharaja to Galle
Walk Galle Fort's ramparts and enjoy dinner by the sea.
Day 8: Galle
Free day to swim at Unawatuna, take a surf lesson or shop in the fort.
Day 9: 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.