Sri Lanka Classic Tour
Tour Overview
This 6-night, 7-day private itinerary runs Negombo · Sigiriya · Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Negombo, built around real highlights rather than a rushed checklist of stops. Along the way there's real room for the fish market and fishing harbour. Every itinerary here is a starting point — tell us your travel dates, group size and pace, and we'll tailor the plan, hotel category and route to suit you.
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Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 — Arrival in Negombo
Negombo welcomes you on arrival. Our representative will greet you and transfer you to your hotel to check in and settle before you head out to explore. A short drive from Colombo's international airport, Negombo's long beach and fishing harbour make it a popular first or last stop on a Sri Lanka itinerary. Don't miss the fish market and fishing harbour.
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Day 2 — Negombo
Today brings more time in Negombo -- Negombo Beach.
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Day 3 — Negombo to Sigiriya
After breakfast, you'll be driven to Sigiriya, with stops along the way as the route allows. On arrival, check in to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure or exploring nearby. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sigiriya's rock fortress rises 200 metres out of the jungle, with ancient frescoes and water gardens at its base and sweeping views from the summit. Don't miss the water gardens at the base.
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Day 4 — Sigiriya
There's more of Sigiriya to see today: the ancient frescoes.
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Day 5 — Sigiriya to Kandy
This morning you'll transfer on to Kandy. Once you've checked in, the afternoon is yours to explore the town at an easy pace. Sri Lanka's last royal capital, Kandy is built around a lake and the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, one of Buddhism's most important shrines, with tea country rising into the hills beyond it. Don't miss a cultural dance performance.
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Day 6 — Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
After breakfast, you'll be driven to Nuwara Eliya, with stops along the way as the route allows. On arrival, check in to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure or exploring nearby. Nicknamed 'Little England' for its colonial-era bungalows and cool climate, Nuwara Eliya sits at the heart of Sri Lanka's tea country, high in the central hills. Don't miss a tea estate and factory visit.
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Day 7 — Negombo · Departure
Your tour comes to an end today. After breakfast, you'll be driven to Negombo, with a stop or two along the way as the route allows, in time for your onward flight or journey home.
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Accommodation based on double occupancy
- Daily buffet breakfast
- Airport/station pick-up and drop by private air-conditioned vehicle
- All transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary, by private AC vehicle
- English-speaking driver-cum-guide where applicable
- Fuel, toll, parking and driver allowance
- Unlimited bottled water in the vehicle
- All currently applicable taxes
- Return airport transfers on arrival and departure
- Sightseeing as per the itinerary with an English-speaking local guide/driver
- Entry tickets for the monuments and attractions specifically listed in the itinerary
Exclusions
- International and domestic airfare
- Visa fees and travel insurance
- Personal expenses, tips and anything not specifically listed under Inclusions
Why Choose This Tour?
- Covers real, on-the-ground India travel experience
- A well-paced, comfortable itinerary — not a race between stops
- Fully customizable to your dates, budget and interests
- A private, English-guided introduction to the destination rather than a large coach group
- Hotels and pace matched to your comfort level, not a fixed budget tier
FAQs
How many days is the Sri Lanka Classic Tour?
This itinerary runs 06 Nights / 07 Days, and can be shortened or extended to fit your schedule.
Can this tour be customized?
Yes — every itinerary on this site is a starting point. Tell us your dates, budget and interests and we'll tailor the plan, hotels and pace to suit you.
Are the hotels included?
Accommodation is included as listed under Inclusions above; we can adjust the hotel category (standard, deluxe or luxury) to your preference.
Is this a private tour?
Yes, this is a private itinerary for your group — not a shared coach tour.
How do I get a quote?
Use the form on this page, WhatsApp us, or call our travel desk — we typically respond with a personalized quote within one business day.