World Heritage In-Depth Tour
A single trip included visits to five World Heritage sites: Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Dambulla Cave Temple, Kandy Temple of the Tooth Relic, and Galle Ancient City.
Sri Lanka Private Small Group Tour - 10 Days & 8 Nights
10 Days & 8 Nights • Sri Lanka Panoramic Deep Dive Small Group Tour
Negombo Sigiriye Kandy Nuwara Eliye Ella Galle Colombo
10 days and 8 nightsColombo departure and arrival
From HKD 16,780 per personPrice based on a group of 4 people
Dedicated English-speaking driver and guideIn-depth accompaniment and guided tours provided throughout the entire trip.
Enriched meal packages and experiencesIncludes a special afternoon tea and crab feast
Private small group tour price reference
Know your budget, then customize according to your needs.
Each by HK$16,780 from
- Minimum number of participants required to form a group
- 4 people
- Price terms
- Price based on a group of 4 people
Prices for private tours are subject to change based on departure date, number of travelers, room type, and availability. The final price will be confirmed by Travel Mama.
SRI LANKA HIGHLIGHTS TOUR
Wander through World Heritage sites and tea plantations, and enjoy exclusive designer hotel and Ayurvedic experiences.
This 10-day, 8-night private tour of Sri Lanka offers a luxurious cultural and sensory feast tailored just for you! Starting from Negombo, the tour takes you to magnificent World Heritage sites such as Sigiriya Rock, Polonnaruwa, Dambulla Cave Temple, the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy, and Galle Fortress. The itinerary includes a special ride on a mountain train through tea plantations, a real-life "Spirited Away" coastal train experience, and a traditional Ayurvedic oil massage and authentic cooking class. Stay in 4-5 star luxury accommodations throughout, including the Geoffrey Bawa designer hotel and a five-star tea plantation hotel. The tour concludes with a Sri Lankan lagoon crab feast at the Ministry of Crab, one of Asia's 50 Best Restaurants!
Negombo Sigiriya Kandy Nuwara Eliya Ella Galle Colombo
High-altitude tea plantations and coastal trains
Experience the mountain train that winds through tea plantations, the stunning views of the Nine-Arch Bridge, and the romantic coastal train reminiscent of "Spirited Away."
Luxury and Local Experience
Enjoy a 60-minute Ayurvedic oil massage, Queen Elizabethan afternoon tea, and a Ministry of Crab feast at the Geoffrey Bawa Design Hotel.
Included
- ✓ 8 nights' accommodation in the hotels listed in the itinerary (2 people per room, basic room type)
- ✓ Tour vehicle and transfer services as listed in the itinerary
- ✓ Local English-speaking driver/guide service
- ✓ Admission tickets and activities for attractions listed in the itinerary (including massage, cooking classes, etc.)
- ✓ A variety of meals (including Ministry of Crab and English afternoon tea)
- ✓ At least one bottle of drinking water per person per day
Exclusions
- ✗ Round-trip international airfare from Hong Kong to Sri Lanka
- ✗ ETA application and processing fees (if applicable)
- ✗ Mandarin-speaking tour guide surcharge: HKD 9,800 per tour
- ✗ Single room supplement, hotel upgrade, and meals or activities not included in the itinerary
- Tips for drivers, tour guides, jeep drivers, and attraction staff.
- ✗ Travel insurance and additional costs incurred due to force majeure
10-DAY ITINERARY
10-day, 8-night suggested itinerary
Actual transportation arrangements and tour times may be adjusted according to the departure date, local operating conditions, and traffic conditions.
Day 1
Hong Kong ✈ Colombo – Negombo
Upon arrival at Colombo International Airport, you will be greeted by local staff who will assist you with arranging a SIM card. You will then be transferred by private car to your hotel in Negombo for check-in and rest.
🍽 Meals: In-flight meals / On your own
Day 2
Negombo–Sigiriya (Lion Rock)
After breakfast, visit the historic fishing port of Negombo, a town steeped in history, and experience its Portuguese and Dutch architecture. Then, travel to Sigiriya and enjoy a refined Western lunch at the award-winning boutique Eco Hotel. In the afternoon, challenge yourself to climb the eighth wonder of the world, Sigiriya, and admire the ancient palace and exquisite murals built on a 200-meter-high rock face.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast (hotel), Lunch (boutique hotel Western-style lunch), Dinner (hotel)
Day 3
Dambulla – Polonnaruwa
Travel to Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka's second-largest medieval capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site with over 800 years of history. After returning to your hotel for rest, enjoy a special 60-minute traditional Sri Lankan Ayurvedic oil massage to relax your mind and body and relieve fatigue.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast (hotel), Lunch (local cuisine), Dinner (hotel)
Day 4
Dambulla-Matell-Kantti
Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, built in the 1st century BC, and admire the hundreds of Buddha statues carved into the rock face. Afterwards, visit the Matlay Spice Garden to learn about various herbs. After lunch, arrive in Kandy, a UNESCO World Heritage city, and visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic, which houses the Buddha's tooth relic. Then, experience the historical atmosphere at the Queen's Hotel, the former residence of the British governor of Ceylon during the British colonial era.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast (hotel), Lunch (Spice Garden Cuisine), Dinner (hotel)
Day 5
Kandy-Nuwara Eliya
Travel to a high-altitude tea plantation to visit tea gardens and Ceylon tea factories, learn tea-picking techniques, and taste authentic black tea. Arrive in Nowar Eliya, a charming "Little England," and visit Lake Gregory and the red-brick post office. Enjoy a special afternoon tea, reminiscent of the Queen's style, at a hotel converted from the former British colonial governor's residence.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast (hotel), Lunch (local specialties), Dinner (hotel)
Day 6
Nuwara Eliya – Ella
Take the mountain train through vast tea plantations, like stepping into a fairytale world (Note: This is public transportation, seats are not guaranteed). After disembarking, head to the Nine Arches Bridge, built during the British colonial era, to admire the beautiful scenery where mist and tea gardens intertwine. In the evening, freely explore the unique shops and bars of Ella town and enjoy a happy and chill evening.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast (hotel), Lunch (local specialty meal), Dinner (Western specialty meal in Ella Town)
Day 7
Ella – Southern Coast
In the early morning, you can choose to go to Little Adam's Peak to watch the sunrise. At noon, participate in a Cooking Class and learn to cook authentic Sri Lankan cuisine. After lunch, drive to the southwest coast, enjoying the unique spectacle of traditional stilt fishermen fishing along the way. After arriving at the beachfront hotel, you will have free time.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast (hotel), Lunch (Cooking Class), Dinner (hotel)
Day 8
Southwest Coast – Galle Fort
Enjoy a relaxing morning at the seaside hotel. In the afternoon, visit the World Heritage Site, Galle Fort, a fort that blends European architecture with South Asian traditions, exuding unique colonial charm. Stroll among the old houses and exquisite courtyards, feeling the sea breeze from the Indian Ocean.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast (hotel), Lunch (boutique hotel lunch), Dinner (hotel)
Day 9
Southern Coast – Colombo – Airport ✈ Hong Kong
In the morning, visit the Turtle Conservation Centre to learn about turtle hatching and rescue work. Afterwards, take the coastal train, a real-life version of the one in "Spirited Away," to Colombo. Upon arrival, enjoy a city tour, visiting Independence Square and BMICH. Dinner is a special treat at the Ministry of Crab, a restaurant consistently ranked among Asia's 50 Best Restaurants, featuring a renowned lagoon crab feast! After dinner, transfer to the airport by private vehicle.
🍽 Meals: Breakfast (hotel), Lunch (Chinese lunch), Dinner (Ministry of Crab)
Day 10
Arrival in Hong Kong
The plane arrived in Hong Kong in the morning, marking the successful conclusion of the 10-day, 8-night comprehensive Sri Lanka tour.
STAY IN SRI LANKA
Accommodation Reference
Throughout the trip, we will select top-tier 4- to 5-star hotels in the local area, including masterpieces designed by renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa, ensuring you enjoy ultimate comfort. Actual accommodation is subject to availability.
NEGOMBO / KANDY
Negombo, Kandy
- Negombo (1 night): Heritage Negombo (5 stars) or similar
- Kandy (1 night): Golden Crown (5★) or similar
SIGIRIYA / NUWARA ELIYA
Sigiriya, Tea Garden
- Sigiriya (2 nights): Heritage Kandalama / Jetwing Lake (5★) or similar
- Nuwara Eliya (1 night): Heritage Tea Factory (5 stars) or similar
ELLA / SOUTH COAST
Ella, Southern Coast
- Ella (1 night): Morning Dew (4★) or similar
- Beachfront (2 nights): Jetwing Lighthouse / Weligama Marriott / Heritance Ahungalla (5★) or similar
FAQ & NOTES
Frequently Asked Questions and Precautions
Visa and Entry
- ETA Visa: Holders of Hong Kong SAR passports must complete the Sri Lanka ETA before departure. Official fees and regulations are subject to change at the time of application. If you require our assistance, the estimated handling fee is USD 5 per passport.
- Passport validity period: Guests must hold a passport with at least 6 months validity from the date of return to Hong Kong.
Transportation and Tipping Culture
- Local trains: Both the mountain train and the coastal train are part of local public transportation. Service frequency, tickets, and seats are not guaranteed and can be crowded. If you are unable to board due to delays, full occupancy, or force majeure, you will be transported by tour bus instead. No refunds will be given for these activities.
- Tipping culture: Sri Lanka is a tipping country, and the quoted price does not include a courtesy tip. Suggested amounts: approximately 100-200 rupees for bedside/luggage/toilet/luggage storage; approximately 2000 rupees per vehicle for jeep drivers in wildlife parks; approximately 500 rupees for stilt fishermen taking photos on their poles. Tips are also expected for guides and drivers.
Other precautions
- Price Explanation: The price shown on the online booking is calculated based on 4 people traveling together; please check separately for 2 or 6 people traveling together, and you will need to reconfirm based on the departure date, airfare and final hotel.
- Itinerary Adjustment: Hotel availability is subject to change at the time of booking; if the designated hotel is fully booked, the price will be adjusted accordingly. The itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to weather, traffic, safety, attraction closures, or other force majeure events.
- Insurance recommendations: We strongly recommend that guests purchase comprehensive travel insurance to cover any additional costs incurred due to force majeure.
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