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9 Nights / 10 Days - Winter South Coast
Winter - South Coast9 Nights / 10 DaysBest Time: December to AprilEnquire for Price

9 Nights / 10 Days - Winter South Coast

The quintessential Sri Lankan circuit: climb ancient rock citadels, hike misty peaks, safari for leopards in Yala, and unwind along idyllic southern shores.

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Destinations & Route Flow

Sigiriya2N→Kandy1N→Nuwara Eliya1N→Ella1N→Yala1N→Mirissa2N→Bentota1N
10 Days / 9 NightsPrivate Chauffeur-Guide
Route Note: For winter tours visiting the Yala region, safari operations are conducted in Yala National Park, while luxury overnight accommodation is based in nearby Tissamaharama.

Day-by-Day Journey

Complete 10-Day Itinerary

Expand each day to explore activities, sightseeing and overnight stops.

Meet your driver-guide at the airport and drive to Sigiriya (approx. 4 hrs).

Overnight Location: Sigiriya
Private vehicle & dedicated driver-guide

Climb the 5th-century Lion Rock at sunrise, then enjoy a village tour with a traditional lunch. Afternoon elephant safari at Minneriya or Kaudulla (optional).

Overnight Location: Sigiriya
Private vehicle & dedicated driver-guide

Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple and a Matale spice garden, then drive to Kandy (approx. 3 hrs). Evening cultural dance show.

Overnight Location: Kandy
Private vehicle & dedicated driver-guide

Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, then drive through tea country to Nuwara Eliya (approx. 3.5 hrs). Tea factory visit.

Overnight Location: Nuwara Eliya
Private vehicle & dedicated driver-guide

Early morning hike to World's End in Horton Plains National Park, then continue to Ella (approx. 3 hrs).

Overnight Location: Ella
Private vehicle & dedicated driver-guide

Little Adam's Peak, Nine Arch Bridge and Ravana Falls, then drive to Tissamaharama (approx. 2.5 hrs).

Overnight Location: Tissamaharama
Private vehicle & dedicated driver-guide

Morning jeep safari in Yala National Park, home to leopards and elephants (optional). Then drive to Mirissa (approx. 3 hrs).

Overnight Location: Mirissa
Private vehicle & dedicated driver-guide

Whale and dolphin watching (seasonal, Nov to Apr, optional), snorkelling or relaxing on the beach.

Overnight Location: Mirissa
Private vehicle & dedicated driver-guide

Walk the ramparts of Galle Fort, visit a turtle hatchery at Kosgoda, then continue to Bentota (approx. 2.5 hrs).

Overnight Location: Bentota
Private vehicle & dedicated driver-guide

Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport (approx. 2.5 hrs). Farewell and safe travels.

Overnight Location: Departure (End of Tour)
Private vehicle & dedicated driver-guide

Important Client Notes

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Exclusions: Entrance tickets, safari fees, optional activities and meals other than breakfast are not included.
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Travel Time: Drive times are approximate; routes may be adjusted for weather and road conditions.
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Pricing & Quotes: Enquire for Price — every proposal is custom-tailored with your chosen accommodation tier and inclusions.
ℹEntrance tickets, safari fees, optional activities and meals other than breakfast are not included.
ℹDrive times are approximate; routes may be adjusted for weather and road conditions.
ℹFor winter tours the brochure describes the Yala region in the route summary but lists Tissamaharama as the overnight location. Preserve both correctly.
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Tailored around your dates, hotel standard & group size

✓Dedicated English-speaking chauffeur-guide
✓Private air-conditioned luxury vehicle & fuel
✓9 Nights handpicked accommodation
✓Daily breakfast at all overnight locations
✓Scenic train tickets (subject to availability)
✓Airport transfers & toll charges included
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Journey Highlights

  • ✦Sunrise climb of 5th-century Sigiriya Lion Rock & Minneriya/Kaudulla elephant safari
  • ✦Dambulla Cave Temple, Matale spice gardens & Temple of the Tooth
  • ✦World's End hike at Horton Plains, Ravana Falls & Nine Arch Bridge
  • ✦Jeep safari in Yala National Park, Mirissa beaches & Galle Fort ramparts

Destination Highlights

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