Premium 13-Day Private Sri Lanka Escape with Scenic Train Journey, Ancient Kingdoms & Coastal Galle

This private journey covers Sri Lanka from its cultural heartland to its southern coast, with a dedicated tour director and seamless transport connecting every stop. Beginning in coastal Negombo, the route moves inland through the Cultural Triangle, touring ancient jungle ruins, Dambulla’s sacred cave temples and the 1,200-step climb to Sigiriya Rock Fortress.

The hill country brings a change of pace. A scenic train from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya threads through mist-covered tea estates where Ceylon leaves are still plucked by hand and aromatic spice gardens inspire a traditional village cooking lesson. Wildlife, food and oceanfront luxury close out the journey. From early morning safari in search of Asian elephants to dinner at Colombo’s renowned GINI restaurant every experience is elevated by stays at some of Sri Lanka’s most celebrated hotels the charming Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya and the stunning Le Grand Galle, where panoramic Indian Ocean views create the perfect ending to your journey.

With plenty of optional experiences to enhance the flavours of Sri Lanka, this tour is as tasty as you make it. Consider a lunch at The Merchant of Galle Fort, high tea in Nuwara Eliya and dinner at Ministry of Crab among the many add-ons possible throughout your tour.

VIP Upgrade: Make certain of your Sri Lankan serenity with room upgrades throughout your tour. Kick off the trip with a Suite in Negombo and spread out after your journey to the pearl of the Indian Ocean. A Super Deluxe room in Dambulla is followed by an Executive Deluxe in Kandy and yet another suite at The Grand Hotel in Nuwara Eliya, complete with a personal butler!