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Culture
Kandy
Living Buddhist heritage, the Sacred Tooth Relic and the atmosphere of Sri Lanka’s hill capital.
Journey 01 · 6 Nights / 7 Days · Private
ONE ISLAND,
MANY WORLDS
Culture • Ancient Heritage • Tea Country • Mountains • Ella • Wildlife • Southern Coast
A private seven-day journey through several sides of Sri Lanka — from Kandy and the ancient Cultural Triangle to the tea-covered highlands, Ella’s mountains and the southern coast.
The Journey
One island. Many worlds.
This flexible private journey connects Kandy, ancient heritage, village life, tea country, Ella, wildlife and the southern coast.
It is designed as a journey framework rather than a rigid checklist. The route and experience mix can be adjusted around weather, operating conditions, available time, group interests and preferred pace.
Reference priceUSD 850 PPPrivate group of 5 guests
Journey at a glance
Seven days, shaped around you.
From Kandy to the Cultural Triangle, tea mountains, Ella and the southern coast — with optional wildlife and rainforest experiences.
Day 01
Negombo → Kandy
Morning departure from Negombo. Optional Pinnawala stop, then Kandy Temple, Kandy Lake, cultural experiences and viewpoints.
Overnight · Kandy
Day 02
Kandy → Sigiriya / Habarana
Ancient Kingdom experiences: Sigiriya or Pidurangala, Traditional Village Experience, optional safari and Dambulla if time allows.
Overnight · Sigiriya / Habarana
Day 03
Sigiriya → Nuwara Eliya
Travel into the Central Highlands with tea plantation, tea factory, tasting / tea ceremony and Nuwara Eliya’s Little England atmosphere.
Overnight · Nuwara Eliya
Day 04
Nuwara Eliya → Ella
Scenic train where available, Little Adam’s Peak, Nine Arch Bridge, waterfall experience and Ella mountain scenery.
Overnight · Ella
Day 05
Ella → South Coast
Choose Yala wildlife experience OR a direct scenic route to Galle, Galle Fort, Hikkaduwa and Madu River where time allows.
Overnight · South Coast
Day 06
South Coast — Relax & Explore
A deliberately slower coastal day: beach, turtle experience, Galle, Madu River, cafés, shopping or additional activities.
Overnight · South Coast
Day 07
Departure
Breakfast and final free time, followed by private transfer to the airport, Colombo, Negombo or another agreed destination.
Journey ends
Experience Highlights
Many sides of Sri Lanka.
Built around the route — heritage, tea country, mountains, wildlife and the southern coast.
Ancient Heritage
Sigiriya & the Cultural Triangle
Choose Sigiriya or Pidurangala and explore the ancient heart of Sri Lanka.
Tea Country
Nuwara Eliya Highlands
Tea-covered hills, cool highland air, plantation roads and Little England.
Scenic Journey
Hill-Country Train
A memorable railway journey through the mountains, subject to schedules and availability.
Mountains
Ella & Waterfalls
Little Adam’s Peak, Nine Arch Bridge, waterfalls and dramatic Ella landscapes.
Wildlife
Southern Wildlife
Choose a Yala wildlife experience or keep the route scenic and continue towards the coast.
Southern Coast
Galle & the Ocean
Explore Galle Fort, coastal life, beaches and the relaxed rhythm of southern Sri Lanka.
The Experiences
Places, nature & local life.
The exact combination can change with your interests and the conditions on the ground.
What Is Included
Private journey, planned around you.
Accommodation and selected experiences are arranged according to the confirmed programme.
Private Journey
- Private tour — no unrelated guests sharing the vehicle
- Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the confirmed route
- Professional English-speaking or Italian-speaking KANRA guide/driver, subject to availability
- Airport pickup and final airport / agreed destination drop-off
- Fuel and standard transportation costs
- Highway / expressway tolls where required
- Parking charges
- Local assistance and itinerary coordination
Accommodation
- 6 nights accommodation
- Carefully selected verified 3-star / 4-star hotels
- Daily breakfast
- Daily dinner — Half Board
- Hotels subject to availability
- Similar-standard alternative where required
Experiences & Entrance Fees
- Agreed entrance tickets and attraction fees included in the confirmed itinerary
- Tea plantation and tea factory visit with tea tasting / tea ceremony
- Scenic train ticket where included and available
- Planned excursions and selected experiences
- Local tuk-tuk transfers / short rides where required and included
- Traditional Sri Lankan lunch on Day 2 when the Traditional Village Experience is selected
- 500ml drinking water per guest per day
Flexible Service
- Guests may choose and book their own hotels
- Transportation + professional driver/guide can be arranged separately
- Airport transfers can be arranged separately
- Custom routes can be created outside the published journey
- Final pricing is calculated according to the exact services requested
Not Included
Everything outside the confirmed journey.
Optional services and personal travel costs remain flexible.
- International flights
- Visa / ETA fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses, shopping and alcoholic beverages
- Optional activities not selected in the confirmed itinerary
- Wildlife safari / jeep fees when selected as optional unless specifically included
- Optional Pinnawala activities or additional experiences
- Additional hotel nights
- Remote-area pickup or drop-off outside the agreed route
- Tips and gratuities unless specifically agreed
- Any service, entrance fee or activity not specifically listed in the final quotation
Your Hotel · Your Choice
Choose your own accommodation.
Guests may book their own hotels. KANRA can provide the required transportation, guide services and selected experiences.
The final price will be recalculated according to the selected option.
Custom Journeys
Change the route completely.
Build around travel dates, group size, budget, fitness level, wildlife, hiking, culture, tea country, beaches, rainforest, photography, relaxation, hotel category or preferred pace.
Temple & Cultural Rules
Travel respectfully.
Cover shoulders and knees where required. Remove shoes and hats at religious sites where requested. Follow local instructions and photography restrictions.
Wildlife & Nature
Leave room for the unexpected.
Wildlife sightings, elephant movements, train availability and weather-dependent activities cannot be guaranteed. Local conditions may change the order of activities.
What To Bring
Pack light. Come ready.
Comfortable gear helps you enjoy both the highlands and the coast.
- Comfortable walking / hiking shoes
- Light comfortable clothing
- Warm layer / light jacket for the highlands
- Rain jacket or waterproof layer and umbrella
- Hat / cap, sunscreen and sunglasses
- Insect repellent
- Extra clothes and swimming clothes
- Small towel
- Camera / phone
- Personal medication
- Reusable water bottle
- Small waterproof bag / dry bag
- Motion-sickness tablets if normally needed
And most importantly: Good mood & an open mind! 🌿
Important Journey Notes
A framework, not a rigid timetable.
We keep the route practical and responsive to local conditions.
Conditions can change.
The order or combination of activities may change because of weather, road conditions, traffic, train schedules, hotel availability, attraction opening hours, wildlife movement, seasonal conditions, local operating conditions or guest preferences.
Price & operating costs.
Rates are based on current fuel prices and operating costs. Significant changes in fuel, transport, accommodation or third-party charges may affect the final rate. Any revised price will be confirmed before booking.
Reference Price
Keep the journey flexible.
The published reference price is kept small and separate from the journey content. Final pricing depends on group size and confirmed services.
6 Nights · 7 DaysUSD 850 PPReference price · private group of 5 guests
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One island. Many worlds. Your way.
From ancient kingdoms and tea mountains to Ella, wildlife and the southern ocean — discover Sri Lanka differently.
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