Dambulla, Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella & Yala to Mirissa
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Dambulla, Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella & Yala to Mirissa

Ancient rock fortresses, misty hill country, a leopard safari, and a beach finale — Sri Lanka's classic circuit in 9 days

9 Days
Private tour for 2 (customisable for groups)
November – April
5.0 Rated

About This Trip

Beginning at the golden cave temple of Dambulla and the 5th-century fortress of Sigiriya, this 9-day route continues to the royal city of Kandy, the hiking trails and Nine Arch Bridge of Ella, a full day safari in Yala National Park, and three restful days on Mirissa's beach.

Reishoogtepunten

Sigiriya Rock Fortress Nine Arch Bridge Ella Yala Leopard Safari Ravana Falls Mirissa Beach

Journey Highlights

  1. 1Sigiriya Rock Fortress
  2. 2Nine Arch Bridge Ella
  3. 3Yala Leopard Safari
  4. 4Ravana Falls
  5. 5Mirissa Beach

Dag voor dag

1

Arrival — Dambulla

Dambulla
Arrival — Dambulla

Arrive and transfer to your hotel in Dambulla. Visit the golden-roofed Dambulla Cave Temple.

Airport pick-up & hotel transferDambulla Cave Temple (UNESCO)
Gamagedara Resort — Dambulla Dinner
2

Sigiriya Rock Fortress → Kandy

Kandy
Sigiriya Rock Fortress → Kandy

An early climb up Sigiriya Rock Fortress, then a transfer to Kandy.

Sigiriya Rock Fortress climb (UNESCO)Transfer to Kandy
Mr & Mrs K's Villa — Kandy Breakfast
3

Temple of the Tooth → Ella

Ella
Temple of the Tooth → Ella

Visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic before transferring to Ella. Rest at your villa and visit Ravana Falls.

Temple of the Tooth RelicTransfer to EllaRavana Falls
Ella Camelot — Ella Breakfast
4

Ella Rock & Nine Arch Bridge

Ella
Ella Rock & Nine Arch Bridge

A full day in Ella — hike up Ella Rock, then visit the iconic Nine Arch Bridge.

Ella Rock hikeNine Arch Bridge
Ella Camelot — Ella Breakfast
5

Transfer to Yala

Thissamaharama
Transfer to Yala

Transfer to Thissamaharama, the gateway to Yala National Park, and relax at your hotel ahead of tomorrow's safari.

Transfer to ThissamaharamaRelax at hotel
Chaarya Resort — Thissamaharama (4★) Breakfast
6

Yala National Park Safari

Thissamaharama
Yala National Park Safari

A full day safari in Yala National Park, home to leopards, elephants, sloth bears, and hundreds of bird species.

Full-day Yala National Park safariLeopard & elephant spottingSloth bear, crocodile & wild buffalo sightings
Chaarya Resort — Thissamaharama (4★) Breakfast
7

Transfer to Mirissa

Mirissa
Transfer to Mirissa

Transfer to the coast at Mirissa. The rest of the day is yours to relax on the beach.

Transfer to MirissaBeach relaxation
Coral Beach Hotel — Mirissa Breakfast
8

Free Day in Mirissa

Mirissa
Free Day in Mirissa

A free day at leisure on the beach or in the surf. Optional activities can be arranged and paid for locally — a day tour, whale watching, kayaking, a Madu River trip, scuba diving, or a turtle hatchery visit.

Free day at leisureOptional: whale watching, scuba divingOptional: kayaking, turtle hatchery visit
Coral Beach Hotel — Mirissa Breakfast
9

Departure

Colombo
Departure

Check out and transfer to the airport for your departure.

Check-outTransfer to airport for departure
Breakfast

Inbegrepen

  • ✓ Expert local coordinator
  • ✓ Handpicked hotel & villa bookings
  • ✓ Private driver & vehicle throughout
  • ✓ All transfers between destinations
  • ✓ 24/7 WhatsApp support

Niet inbegrepen

  • ✗ International flights
  • ✗ Meals (except where noted)
  • ✗ Entrance fees (we help you pre-book)
  • ✗ Optional activities at destination
  • ✗ Travel insurance
$100
Coordination fee
+ hotels & activities at your budget
Duur9 Days
MoeilijkheidsgraadModerate
GroepsgroottePrivate tour for 2 (customisable for groups)
Beste seizoenNovember – April
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