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Sri Lanka 7 Day Itinerary: Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella, Safari, Galle

By Ceylon Reise
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$2,313 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 7d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Experience the best of Sri Lanka in just one unforgettable week. This Sri Lanka 7 day itinerary blends culture, nature, and comfort in perfect balance for travellers who want to see it all without rushing.

Climb the legendary Sigiriya Lion Rock, visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth in Kandy, enjoy the scenic Kandy to Ella train ride, explore wildlife on a Yala safari, and relax inside the charming Galle Fort by the Indian Ocean. Each day combines iconic landmarks with authentic local experiences, guided by your private driver guide for smooth travel and flexibility. Handpicked hotels, private transport, and personalised pacing make this the most rewarding 1 week travel itinerary Sri Lanka can offer. Ideal for couples, families, or first time visitors seeking a premium and stress free 7 day trip to Sri Lanka, this tour captures the country’s true spirit of culture, wildlife, landscapes, and hospitality.

Activity location

  • Sigiriya
    • Sigiriya, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Colombo Fort Railway Station
    • Colombo Fort Station McCallum Road
    • Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka

Check availability

Standard in English
  • Activity duration is 7 days7d
    7d
  • Opening hours: Wed 12:00 am-11:30 pm
  • English

Standard: Stay in selected 2-3 star hotels with daily breakfast included. Clean and comfortable mid-range accommodation.
Entrance Fees: Entrance tickets, safaris, and activities are not included but can be arranged on request for an extra charge.
Comfort: Private standard service with an English speaking driver-guide and air conditioned vehicle.
Duration: 7 days
Breakfast: Breakfast is included at all hotels. Travellers can purchase lunch and dinner at their preferred restaurants or hotels.
Road Trip: A scenic private tour across Sri Lanka visiting Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala and Galle.
Car/Van: You will be travelling by a comfortable vehicle - Car for 1 or 2 passengers and van for more than 2 passengers.
Room Options: Single Room for 1 traveller, Double room for 2 travellers and 1 SGL + 1 DBL Room for 3 travellers.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$2,313.45 x 1 AdultNZ$2,313.45
Total
Price is NZ$2,313.45
Until Tue, 14 Apr
Luxury in English
  • Activity duration is 7 days7d
    7d
  • Opening hours: Wed 12:00 am-11:30 pm
  • English

Luxury: Stay in handpicked 4-5 star hotels with daily breakfast included. Enjoy top tier comfort and service.
Entrance Fees: Entrance tickets, safaris, and activities are not included but can be arranged on request for an extra charge.
Premium: Enjoy private premium service with an experienced English speaking chauffeur guide and luxury vehicle.
Duration: 7 days
Breakfast: Daily breakfast included at hotel restaurants. Lunch & Dinner can be arranged on request at an additional charge.
Road Trip: Private guided road trip through Sri Lanka's wildlife, hill country, and southern beaches.
Private Car/Van: Travel comfortably in a private, air conditioned vehicle with an English speaking driver guide.
Room Options: Single Room for 1 traveller, Double room for 2 travellers and 1 SGL + 1 DBL Room for 3 travellers.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$4,952.24 x 1 AdultNZ$4,952.24
Total
Price is NZ$4,952.24
Until Tue, 14 Apr

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Driver/guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    6 nights accommodation
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Dinner
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance fees are not included in the price. You can choose which attractions you wish to visit and pay directly at each site.

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Airport / Colombo → Sigiriya

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight in Sigiriya. Guests can choose from Standard (2-3 Star Hotels) or Luxury (4/5 Star Hotels).

Sigiriya

  • 3h

Pidurangala Rock

  • 1h

Day 2: Sigiriya Fortress & Dambulla → Kandy

  • 3 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight in Kandy. Guests can choose from Standard (2-3 Star Hotels) or Luxury (4/5 Star Hotels).

Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket not included

Dambulla Cave Temple

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included

Kandy Lake

Day 3: Kandy Sightseeing

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight in Kandy. Guests can choose from Standard (2-3 Star Hotels) or Luxury (4/5 Star Hotels).

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included

Royal Botanical Gardens

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included

Day 4: Kandy → Ella (Scenic Train Ride through the Highlands)

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight in Ella. Guests can choose from Standard (2-3 Star Hotels) or Luxury (4/5 Star Hotels)

Ella

  • 7h

Nine Arches Bridge

  • 1h

Day 5: Ella Exploration

  • 3 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight in Ella. Guests can choose from Standard (2-3 Star Hotels) or Luxury (4/5 Star Hotels)

Little Adam's Peak

  • 30m

Ravana Ella Falls

  • 4h

Kinellan Tea Factory

  • 1h

Day 6: Ella → Yala Safari → Galle (Overnight in Galle)

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight in Galle. Guests can choose from Standard (2-3 Star Hotels) or Luxury (4/5 Star Hotels)

Yala National Park

  • 5h

Galle

  • 1h

Day 7: Galle → Colombo / Airport

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included

Galle Fort Lighthouse

Colombo

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Sigiriya
    • Sigiriya, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Colombo Fort Railway Station
    • Colombo Fort Station McCallum Road
    • Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka

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