Sri Lanka collage: Sigiriya rock, an elephant, the blue train on the Nine Arch Bridge, a waterfall and a golden sunset

Sri Lanka,
planned around you

Private tours with transport, hotels, meals and sightseeing. Message us your dates and get a quote on WhatsApp.

The route

From the Lion Rock to the southern coast

Follow the route we plan most often. Take a few stops or all eight, and we shape the days around you.

Sigiriya rock fortress rising above green jungle and gardens

Sigiriya

The Lion Rock

A 5th-century rock fortress rising about 200 metres above the jungle plains, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Climb past the Mirror Wall and ancient frescoes to the ruins on top.

  • Lion's Paw gateway and the summit climb
  • Mirror Wall and the frescoes
  • Water gardens at the base
  • Pidurangala Rock for the best view of Sigiriya
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and its moat in Kandy

Kandy

The hill capital

Home to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, one of the most sacred Buddhist sites in the world, set beside a calm lake in the central hills.

  • Evening ceremony at the Temple of the Tooth
  • Walk around Kandy Lake
  • Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya
  • Traditional Kandyan dance show
Tea plantation hills near Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya

Little England

Sri Lanka's tea country sits at nearly 1,900 metres. Expect cool mist, rolling estates, colonial villas and fresh mountain air.

  • Tea factory visit and tasting
  • Gregory Lake
  • Hakgala Botanical Garden
  • Horton Plains and World's End, nearby
Blue train crossing the Nine Arch Bridge through the Ella jungle

Ella

The mountain village

A relaxed hill village with sweeping views, and the starting point for the Kandy to Ella train, one of the most scenic rail journeys anywhere.

  • Nine Arch Bridge and the blue train
  • Little Adam's Peak walk
  • Ella Rock sunrise hike
  • Ravana Falls
Waves breaking on the rocky coast near Dikwella

Hiriketiya

The surf bay

A horseshoe bay near Dikwella with easy waves, palm shade and laid-back cafes. A quieter alternative to the busier southern beaches.

  • Surf lesson on gentle waves
  • Sunset from the bay
  • Cafe hopping in the village
  • Hummanaya Blowhole, nearby
Sunset over Mirissa with Parrot Rock, stilt fishermen and palm trees

Mirissa

Whales and sunsets

A crescent of golden sand known for whale watching from roughly November to April, plus snorkelling and palm-lined sunsets.

  • Whale watching boat trip (seasonal)
  • Coconut Tree Hill
  • Secret Beach
  • Parrot Rock at sunset
White lighthouse and palm trees at Galle Fort

Galle

The Dutch fort

A UNESCO-listed fort town shaped by the Portuguese and Dutch, with rampart walks, a white lighthouse and boutique cafes inside the old walls.

  • Rampart walk at sunset
  • Galle Lighthouse
  • Dutch Reformed Church
  • Boutiques and cafes inside the fort
Boat gliding between green mangroves on the Madu River near Bentota

Bentota

River and beach

Known for the Madu River, with its mangrove islands and boat safaris, plus turtle hatcheries and water sports on a golden west-coast beach. A relaxed place to end a trip.

  • Madu River mangrove boat safari
  • Turtle hatchery visit, nearby
  • Jet ski and water sports
  • Long beach walks at sunset

Packages

Pick a route, we handle the rest

Every package is private and flexible. Prices are quoted per trip, with no online payment.

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The Grand Island Route

The Grand Island Route

All eight stops in one flowing trip, from the Lion Rock to the southern beaches.

  • Sigiriya
  • Kandy
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • Ella
  • Hiriketiya
  • Mirissa
  • Galle
  • Bentota
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Culture and Hill Country

Culture and Hill Country

Ancient rock, sacred temple, tea hills and the famous train.

  • Sigiriya
  • Kandy
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • Ella
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Southern Coast Escape

Southern Coast Escape

Surf, whales, fort walls and golden sand.

  • Hiriketiya
  • Mirissa
  • Galle
  • Bentota
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Safari Add-on

Safari Add-on

Add a jeep safari in Yala or Udawalawe to see leopards and elephants in the wild.

  • Yala
  • Udawalawe
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Build your own trip

Pick any stops from the route, add private transfers, and we plan the days around you.

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A wild elephant standing in green bush in Udawalawe National Park

Why travel with Eyon Lanka Tours

  • Booking on WhatsApp

    Message us, get a plan and a quote the same day.

  • Reliable transport

    Private vehicles, so you never wait on a timetable.

  • Local knowledge

    Real tips on timing, food and quiet spots.

  • Flexible plans

    Add a stop, drop a day or swap the order.

  • Stays and meals sorted

    Hotels and meals arranged before you land.

  • Friendly service

    Made for first-time visitors, couples and families.

Plan your trip

Tell us when you are coming

Fill in the form and it opens WhatsApp with your details ready to send. We reply with a route and a fixed quote.

No online payment. We confirm your quote on WhatsApp.

Questions, answered

How do I book a tour?

Message us on WhatsApp or fill in the form on this page. We reply with a suggested route and a quote.

Do I pay online?

No. Prices are quoted per trip and confirmed with you on WhatsApp. There is no online payment on this site.

What does a tour include?

Transportation, hotel accommodation, meals and sightseeing, arranged as agreed in your quote.

Can I change the route?

Yes. Every trip is private, so you can add stops, remove days or reorder the route.

When is the best time to visit?

The south and west coasts are best from about November to April. The hill country is pleasant all year. Tell us your dates and we suggest the right route.