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Traverse Sri Lanka’s coast, savanna, and hill country on this private 8‑day tour. From the ramparts of Galle Fort to an Uda Walawe safari and the scenic Ella train, this itinerary blends wildlife, culture, and highland hikes with private transport and guided logistics.
Traverse Sri Lanka’s coast, savanna, and hill country on this private 8‑day tour. From the ramparts of Galle Fort to an Uda Walawe safari and the scenic Ella train, this itinerary blends wildlife, culture, and highland hikes with private transport and guided logistics.
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Operated by Ceylon Reise · Colombo, Western Province
You step off the car at dawn on the southern coast, salt in the air and the ramparts of Galle Fort squaring against the sky. The driver eases the day forward — a private route that threads colonial streets, lowland plains where elephants graze, and the mist-laced stairs that climb into Ella’s tea country.
moderate.
8 days.
Moderate fitness recommended — able to walk 2–4 hours in a day, manage short steep sections, and tolerate vehicle transfers.
Most travelers require an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) obtained online before arrival — check your country’s requirements and secure the ETA in advance.
Tipping is customary; for a private multi-day driver-guide, budget a modest daily amount (varies by service level) and extra for exceptional service.
Uda Walawe is one of the best places to spot wild elephants; sightings are common but never guaranteed — animals move and sightings depend on season and time of day.
Train tickets for the scenic Ella–Nanu Oya segment are included; carriages can be crowded, and ‘observation’ windows are prized — bring a small daypack and be prepared for a lively local atmosphere.
Galle Fort reflects Portuguese and Dutch colonial layers from the 16th–18th centuries; Kandy preserves Sri Lanka’s last native kingdom and the Temple of the Tooth, a focal point of Buddhist devotion.
Uda Walawe and the Elephant Transit Home emphasize rehabilitation and responsible release of orphaned elephants; travelers are encouraged to support sightings that follow park guidelines and minimize disturbance.
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