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10 Days Private Vehicle & Driver: Explore Sri Lanka By Your Plans
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Kandy, Sri Lanka
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Overview
Discover Sri Lanka your way on this fully customizable 10-day private journey, with a dedicated chauffeur, air-conditioned vehicle, and 1,500 km of island-wide coverage at your disposal.
Experience Sri Lanka on your own terms with this flexible 10-day private tour package. Our agency pairs you with a professional, multilingual chauffeur driver and a premium air-conditioned vehicle — car, van, minibus, or coach — giving you total freedom to design your own itinerary across the island.
A suggested route outline is provided to help you plan, and our local travel coordinators are available to assist with hotel recommendations, day-by-day arrangements, and any questions you may have along the way. Whether you want to explore ancient temples, lush hill country, scenic coastlines, or wild national parks, your driver and vehicle are ready to take you there.
Key Highlights:
- Fully customizable 10-day itinerary — travel on your schedule
- Air-conditioned vehicle options: car (up to 2), van (up to 6), or big van (up to 12 passengers)
- Experienced multilingual chauffeur-guides fluent in English and other languages
- Comprehensive island-wide pickup service from airports, cruise ports, and hotels
- 1,500 km of vehicle usage included across 10 days (150 km/day)
Highlights
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What's Included
All prevailing government taxes (Subject to change without prior notice)
Parking & Highway Toll Fees (If any)
Service of an English Speaking Driver
Air-Conditioned Vehicle: Comfortably air-conditioned transport.
1500 km Vehicle Usage For 10 Days
Chauffeur Guide Accommodations.
Entry Visa Fees
Overnight Hotel Accommodations.
Cost of Food and Beverages.
Any expenses of personal nature.
Tips & Portages.
Entrance fees and other services not mentioned above.
Itinerary
Day 1: Colombo or Negombo to Kandy
- Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa): A revered Buddhist temple in Kandy, housed within the former royal palace complex and believed to contain the relic of the tooth of the Buddha. (1 hour, admission not included)
- Kandy Lake (Kiri Muhuda): An enchanting artificial lake built in 1807 by King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe in the heart of Kandy, adjacent to the Temple of the Tooth. Steeped in legend and folklore, it remains a protected landmark. (30 minutes)
Day 2: Kandy to Dambulla
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress: An iconic ancient rock fortress rising nearly 200 metres above the surrounding plains in the Matale District. A UNESCO World Heritage Site of extraordinary historical and archaeological significance. (2 hours, admission not included)
- Dambulla Cave Temple: A remarkable complex of five cave temples filled with ancient Buddhist imagery, including a 30-foot reclining Buddha and over 60 statues. One of Sri Lanka's most important religious sites. (45 minutes, admission not included)
Day 3: Dambulla to Polonnaruwa
- Gal Vihara (Uttararama): A spectacular rock temple at the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, featuring magnificent 12th-century Buddha sculptures carved directly into the granite face. (1 hour, admission not included)
- Parakrama Samudra Reservoir: Built by the great King Parakramabahu, this vast ancient man-made reservoir covers 2,500 hectares and holds 134 million cubic metres of water, still serving as a vital irrigation source. (30 minutes)
Day 4: Polonnaruwa to Anuradhapura
- Mihintale: The sacred site where Buddhism was introduced to Sri Lanka in 247 BC, now a historically and religiously significant pilgrimage destination with ancient stupas and rock inscriptions. (45 minutes)
- Ruwanwelisaya Stupa: Among the oldest and most iconic stupas in Sri Lanka, standing at 300 feet, this towering white monument holds immense spiritual significance and is a symbol of Sri Lanka's Buddhist heritage. (45 minutes)
Day 5: Anuradhapura to Nuwara Eliya
- Horton Plains National Park: A stunning protected highland wilderness in central Sri Lanka, blanketed in montane forest and grassland. A designated UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its endemic wildlife and dramatic scenery. (1 hour, admission not included)
- Nuwara Eliya: Known as the Garden City of Asia, this charming colonial hill town is famous for its cool climate, lush valleys, rolling tea estates, and scenic waterfalls. (free exploration)
Day 6: Nuwara Eliya to Ella
- Little Adam's Peak: One of Ella's most rewarding hikes, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding tea-covered hills. A relatively easy trek accessible to most visitors. (1 hour, admission not included)
- Nine Arch Bridge, Demodara: A magnificent colonial-era railway viaduct spanning 91 metres at a height of 24 metres, built entirely from stone and brick without any steel. One of Sri Lanka's most photographed landmarks. (30 minutes)
Day 7: Ella to Yala to Galle
- Yala National Park: Sri Lanka's most visited wildlife sanctuary, encompassing vast stretches of forest, grassland, and coastal lagoons along the Indian Ocean. Home to one of the world's highest densities of leopards, plus elephants, sloth bears, and abundant birdlife. (1 hour)
- Galle Fort: A remarkably preserved Dutch colonial fortification on Sri Lanka's southern coast, blending European and South Asian architecture within its ancient ramparts. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. (1 hour, admission not included)
Day 8: Galle Exploration
- Galle Lighthouse: Standing seven metres above the Galle Fort walls, this historic lighthouse is Sri Lanka's oldest functioning lighthouse and offers a striking photographic landmark within the colonial fort complex. (day of free exploration in Galle)
Day 9: Galle to Bentota
- Bentota Beach: A celebrated coastal destination famed for its pristine golden beaches, crystal-clear waters, and wide range of water sports and leisure activities. One of Sri Lanka's premier beach escapes, perfect for relaxation or adventure. (day at leisure)
Day 10: Bentota to Colombo
- Gangaramaya Temple: One of Colombo's most revered and visually captivating temples, blending Sri Lankan, Thai, Indian, and Chinese architectural styles within its eclectic complex of shrines, museums, and sacred spaces. (45 minutes, admission not included)
- Independence Memorial Hall: A grand national monument built to commemorate Sri Lanka's independence from British colonial rule in 1948, set within beautifully landscaped grounds in the heart of Colombo. (45 minutes)
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