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Sri Lanka:8-Day Private Tour with Safari & Scenic Train Ride in Kandy

Activity provider: Lesley Lanka Horizon Tours
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7-day trip from Kandy visiting Arrival, Transfer & Wildlife Safari -Sigiriya, Climb Sigiriya Rock & Journey to Kandy and Kandy Private Tuk Tuk & Temple Tour. Operated by Lesley Lanka Horizon Tours.

Highlights

  • Double Safari Experience: Spot wild elephants in Minneriya and Udawalawe.

Sri Lanka:8-Day Private Tour with Safari & Scenic Train Ride: Key Facts

PriceFrom $845 per person
Duration7 days
Group sizeUp to 6 people
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

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Sri Lanka:8-Day Private Tour with Safari & Scenic Train Ride

7-day trip from Kandy visiting Arrival, Transfer & Wildlife Safari -Sigiriya, Climb Sigiriya Rock & Journey to Kandy and...
7 days
English
$845
Free cancellation

Full description

A 7-day trip out of Kandy taking in Arrival, Transfer & Wildlife Safari -Sigiriya, Climb Sigiriya Rock & Journey to Kandy, Kandy Private Tuk Tuk & Temple Tour and Scale Ambuluwawa Tower to Nuwara Eliya. There are 7 stops in all.

The running order is Arrival, Transfer & Wildlife Safari -Sigiriya, then Climb Sigiriya Rock & Journey to Kandy, then Kandy Private Tuk Tuk & Temple Tour, then Scale Ambuluwawa Tower to Nuwara Eliya, then Ambewela to Ella Scenic Train Journey, and on from there.

The price covers private AC vehicle with an English-speaking Chauffeur Guide, Airport pick-up and Colombo/Airport drop-off, Private Kandy Tuk Tuk City Tour and Reserved train tickets from Ambewela to Ella. It does not cover entrance tickets, so budget for those separately. Two travellers pay $845 together rather than $845 each, because this is priced per party and not per head.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Arrival, Transfer & Wildlife Safari -Sigiriya

Welcome to Sri Lanka! Your driver will meet you at the airport and transfer you to the Cultural Triangle. After checking into your hotel near Sigiriya, prepare for an exciting afternoon 4x4 Jeep Safari at Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park. Witness massive herds of wild elephants in their natural habitat before relaxing for the evening.

Climb Sigiriya Rock & Journey to Kandy

Start your morning by conquering the iconic 5th-century Sigiriya Lion Rock, a breathtaking UNESCO fortress. Enjoy panoramic views from the top. Afterwards, take a scenic drive to Kandy, the cultural capital of Sri Lanka. Spend the rest of the evening at your leisure, soaking in the cool highland breeze and preparing for tomorrow's city exploration.

Kandy Private Tuk Tuk & Temple Tour

Experience Kandy like a true local on a private Tuk Tuk tour! Zip through the city streets and winding hills to visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, serene viewpoints, and hidden local gems. This immersive ride offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and fun. Enjoy a free evening to stroll around the picturesque Kandy Lake.

Scale Ambuluwawa Tower to Nuwara Eliya

Leave Kandy and head to the spectacular Ambuluwawa Tower. Climb this unique, spiraling structure for thrilling 360-degree views of the island's diverse landscapes. Continue your ascent into the cool, misty climate of Nuwara Eliya, known as 'Little England'. Marvel at lush green tea estates and cascading waterfalls along the way.

Ambewela to Ella Scenic Train Journey

Board the world-famous highland train at Ambewela Station, one of Sri Lanka's highest railways. Relax in your reserved seats as the train winds through misty mountains, pine forests, and vibrant tea plantations. Arrive in the backpacker paradise of Ella, a laid-back village surrounded by stunning peaks, and check into your hotel for a relaxing evening.

Nine Arches Bridge & Yala Safari

Visit the iconic Nine Arches Bridge hidden in the jungle. Afterwards, descend from the highlands to the southern plains. Your destination is Yala National Park for your second thrilling 4x4 Jeep Safari. Known as one of the best places in the world to see free-roaming wild elephants, this safari promises incredible wildlife encounters.

Surf & Sun on the Sands of Weligama

After days of adventure, it's time to unwind. Spend a full day completely at your leisure in Weligama, the surfing capital of the south coast. Relax on the golden sandy beaches, try a beginner's surfing lesson, or enjoy fresh seafood at a beachfront cafe. The warm Indian Ocean and vibrant coastal atmosphere offer the ultimate tropical escape.

Includes

  • Private AC vehicle with an English-speaking Chauffeur Guide.
  • Airport pick-up and Colombo/Airport drop-off.
  • Private Kandy Tuk Tuk City Tour.
  • Reserved train tickets from Ambewela to Ella.
  • Two 4x4 Jeep Safaris (Minneriya/Kaudulla and Udawalawe).
  • All highway tolls, fuel, and driver expenses.

Excludes

  • Entrance tickets

Important information

Meeting point

The operator confirms the exact meeting point and time once your booking is confirmed, and you will have it well before the day. If you would rather know before you book, message us on WhatsApp and we will ask them for you.

Weather

This runs outdoors, so the operator can call it off for rain, wind or sea conditions, and that decision is usually made on the day. If they cancel, you choose: another date, or your money back in full. We do not keep a booking fee on a tour that did not run.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 7 days
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Wheelchair accessible

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Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
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Frequently Asked Questions

Private AC vehicle with an English-speaking Chauffeur Guide., Airport pick-up and Colombo/Airport drop-off., Private Kandy Tuk Tuk City Tour., Reserved train tickets from Ambewela to Ella., Two 4x4 Jeep Safaris (Minneriya/Kaudulla and Udawalawe)., All highway tolls, fuel, and driver expenses.
The duration of the Sri Lanka:8-Day Private Tour with Safari & Scenic Train Ride is typically 7 days. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Time it for a puja — 5.30am, 9.30am or 6.30pm. Those are the only windows when the upper relic chamber opens and the hevisi drummers play; outside them you are visiting a beautiful building rather than a ceremony. Take socks: shoes come off at the gate and the stone courtyard gets painfully hot. Full detail in our Temple of the Tooth guide.
February for the clearest weather, or July-August, which is drier here than most people expect and covers the Esala Perahera. Kandy sits between Sri Lanka's *two* monsoons and catches some of both, so it has no long dry season — but it also never has a season that is a write-off. See best time to visit Kandy.
Reserved seats open 30 days ahead and sell out within hours from December to March. Unreserved 2nd/3rd class is sold on the day and always available — you will stand, which is where the open doorways and the famous photographs are. Sit on the right-hand side going south. Note there is no Nuwara Eliya station; the stop is Nanu Oya, 10 km away. See our Kandy to Ella train guide.
July or August — but the dates move every year with the lunar calendar, so any guide naming a fixed week is guessing. It runs ten nights and ends on the Nikini poya. Book accommodation on the route six to twelve months ahead. Details in our Esala Perahera guide.
Sigiriya and Dambulla (2.5 hrs each way) is the best of them. Kitulgala rafting is 2 hrs, the Knuckles range and Pekoe Trail stages are day hikes from here. Ella, Galle and Yala are *too far* — 4-6 hours each way. See day trips from Kandy.
Two nights. One full day for the town — Bahirawakanda, Peradeniya gardens, the lake and the evening puja — and a second for a hike, a village day or the cultural triangle. Our Kandy 2-day itinerary lays it out hour by hour.
The centre and the lake circuit are walkable. For anything up a hill or out of town, take a tuk-tuk — roughly LKR 100-150/km on the meter, and ride-hailing apps price it automatically with no negotiation. See getting around Kandy.
Starting from$845