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Great trip
Ananda was an amazing guide who was patient, kind, funny, and reliable! He was a great driver who drove safely. Also had great English. Great experience!
Private 8 Day Colombo Tour with Guide and Private Transportation
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At a glance
- Duration
- 8 days
- Price from
- $720 / person
- Location
- Colombo, Sri Lanka
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 4 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Elephant Tours
Description
Experience the best of Sri Lanka’s culture and wildlife in just over a week on this private 8-day adventure. Travel between destinations in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with a personal chauffeur-guide, so you can relax and focus on the sights. Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites – climb the ancient Sigiriya Rock Fortress, marvel at the golden Buddha statues of Dambulla Cave Temple, and visit Kandy’s sacred Temple of the Tooth – gaining insight into Sri Lanka’s rich history at each stop. Head out on an exhilarating jeep safari in Minneriya National Park to spot wild elephants in their natural habitat, and enjoy other unique experiences like a spice garden visit and a scenic drive through hill-country tea plantations. With door-to-door transport and a well-crafted itinerary, you’ll cover a huge variety of attractions without the stress of planning. Please note: Admission fees for attractions and excursions are not included in the tour price and can be paid directly on site.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Group price
- $720 per vehicle, up to 7 people
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Private transportation
Complimentary traditional Sri Lankan lunch on Day 3
Madu River Boat Safari
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Complimentary 2 Liter bottled water per day throughout the journey
Visit to coconut & spice gardens, batik factory, tea factory, and waterfalls
Professional English-speaking chauffeur-guide
Turtle Hatchery
Sigiriya Craft Village
Not included
Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Dambulla Cave Temple
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Peradeniya Royal Botanical
Kandy Cultural Dance Show
Minneriya National Park Safari
Minneriya Safari Jeep - 1-6 Pax
Hotel accommodations
Meals, except for the complimentary Sri Lankan lunch on Day 3
Tips for chauffeur-guide (optional but appreciated)
Personal expenses (shopping, snacks, laundry, etc.)
Travel and medical insurance
Pickup Locations & Times
Your chauffeur-guide will meet you at Bandaranaike International Airport on arrival, holding a paging board with your name. Alternatively, we can arrange pickup from your hotel or apartment in Colombo or Negombo. Please provide your arrival details or pickup address after booking.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
4 reviews
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note: Entrance/admission fees to listed attractions are not included in the tour price. These are optional experiences, and travelers can decide which sites they wish to visit and pay directly at the entrance. Approximate ticket prices are listed under “What’s Not Included” for your reference.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Private 8 Day Colombo Tour with Guide and Private Transportation lasts about 8 days.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $720 per person for this Colombo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Your chauffeur-guide will meet you at Bandaranaike International Airport on arrival, holding a paging board with your name. Alternatively, we can arrange pickup from your hotel or apartment in Colombo or Negombo. Please provide your arrival details or pickup address after booking. Pickup points include Kings Hotel Colombo, Rivi Ras Hotel.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 7 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 4 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Elephant Tours.
Reviews(4)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Great trip and great guide!
Ananda was our guide and driver in this trip and he was wonderful! Very kind, informative, and reliable! He drove really well in very hard conditions. Was great to have him for this trip!
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Perfect!!!!!
Many thanks to Navil who took extraordinary care of our trip, was attentive to our every request, did everything from the heart explained everything to us and made our vacation in Sri Lanka the best it could be! We came with 2 little girls and he did everything for them and there were times when they preferred to stay with him in the car than come with us for a trip
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Operator response
Thank you so much for your beautiful words. It truly means a lot. I’m very happy to hear that your family enjoyed Sri Lanka and that the girls felt so comfortable and happy throughout the journey. It was a real pleasure to be part of your trip, and I hope to welcome you all back again one day.
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8 amazing days we will never forget
We booked 8 day tour in Sri Lanka and we go an amazing driver and tour guide called Ruwan and we can’t express how amazing it was We were so happy and felt it couldn’t have been better ‼️ “Thanks for everything dear Ruwan hope we will see you soon ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Avi & Karin
Operator response
Thank you very much for this wonderful review.
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