8-Day Sri Lanka Tour: Experience Paradise with Kingsbury, a local tour operator

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Sri Lanka with Kingsbury, a trusted local tour operator. Discover hidden locations, customize your itinerary, and feel safe with our experienced driver guides.

Duration: 8 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

This will be our first day of the tour. Our driver guide will pick you up from the location and drive towards sigiriya.

Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress - The ruins of the capital built by the parricidal King Kassapa I (477–95) lie on the steep slopes and at the summit of a granite peak standing some 180m high (the ‘Lion’s Rock’, which dominates the jungle from all sides). A series of galleries and staircases emerging from the mouth of a gigantic lion constructed of bricks and plaster provide access to the site.

Sigiriya-kandy

Sigiriya Craft Village - To start the day we will participate a traditional village tour which includes the Learn about life in rural Sri Lanka with this small-group village tour to Sigiriya. You’ll see paddy fields, ride a bullock cart, take a boat ride, learn about the traditional method of agriculture known as chena, and attend a cooking demonstration, after which you’ll dine on an included lunch and finally come back by a Tuk Tuk.

Dambulla Royal Cave Temple - A sacred pilgrimage site for 22 centuries, this cave monastery, with its five sanctuaries, is the largest, best-preserved cave-temple complex in Sri Lanka. The Buddhist mural paintings (covering an area of 2,100 m2 ) are of particular importance, as are the 157 statues.

New Ranweli Spice Garden - Enjoy the Sri Lanka’s world renowned spices at their source. Visit a spice garden, where smells of cinnamons, pepper, cardamom, nutmeg and mace overwhelm the senses and the visitors are provided an insight into an age old industry of spice production, which attracted many a European and Asian merchants to the ports of ancient Sri Lanka.

A day in kandy (last kingdom of srilanka)

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic - The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic or Sri Dalada Maligawa, is a Buddhist temple in Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha.

Bahirawakanda - The temple on the hill of Bahirawakanda, called the Sri Maha Bodhi Viharaya, is most well-known to tourists for its giant Buddha statue, which can be seen from almost any point in the city of Kandy. Built in 1972, the statue shows Lord Buddha seated in the Nirvana pose, which is the position associated with his first Enlightenment. Reaching a height of more than 25 metres, it is one of the tallest statues of Buddha in Sri Lanka.

Natural Gems and Gemmological Museum - Currently positioned in the global market as the most important source of high quality sapphires, the Island has built her reputation as one of the finest gem cutting and finishing centres in the world, offering gem stones that meet the highest international standards.

Sri Lanka is blessed with over 70 varieties of coloured stones out of the 200 found in the world and is among the five most important gem-bearing nations. The country’s breath-taking natural heritage comprises of varieties of gem minerals, which includes Blue, Pink, Yellow and Golden Sapphires, Rubies, Padmaradchas, Star Sapphires, Star Rubies, Alexandrite, Cat’s F, Spinel, Aquamarines, Topaz, Zircons, Garnets, Tourmalines, Moonstones, Quartz and a large number of rare gemstones.Sri Lankan Gem Suppliers & Dealers take immense pride in the fact that Sri Lanka is the world’s choice for calibrated and fancy cut gemstones, high value single stones and quality service cutting

Kandy Lake Club - Cultural Dance Show - Kandy cultural dance is a stimulating Sri Lankan Arts, Dance and Cultural Heritage Show that is a must see for any visitor who visits the historic city of Kandy. The Kandy Lake Club Dance started in 1982 with the view of having a cultural dance performance bringing together all Sri Lankan dance types to one platform. It is the first Cultural Dance Show of its kind to be established in Sri Lanka. It has since become a tourist attraction for many people visiting the country and keen on a glimpse of its rich cultural heritage. Hence it has been performing continuously for the last 35 years.

During the show, you will see several dances which depict the graceful movements of birds and animals, which trace their origins back to the ancient ritual known as the Kohomba Kapkariya, as well as energetic acrobatic performances where the men perform a series of leaping pirouettes and stunts such as plate-spinning and the dramatic ‘fire walk’ which ends the show.

Kandy - Nuwaraeliya (through the tea plantations)

Ambuluwawa Tower Gampola - The Ambuluwawa Tower is one of the most unique places to visit in Sri Lanka! It’s located in the Ambuluwawa Diversity Complex, which is the country’s first multi-religious centre. You’ll find a Buddhist Stupa, a Christian Church, a Hindu Kovil and a Muslim Mosque

Ramboda Waterfall - We will make a small stop in this wonderful waterfall

Damro Labookellie Tea Centre and Tea Garden - We will be having a great cup of fresh srilankan tea.and a tea plantation and factory visit here

Nuwaraeliya - ella

Gregory Lake - This is known as little England and is Great Lake park with all kinds of water sports and small restaurants

Nanu Oya railway station - Train to ella
This will be one of the best highlights of the tour in srilanka. The best train ride in the world. We will book you free tickets

Ella - mirissa

Nine Arches Bridge - The Nine Arches Bridge also called the Bridge in the Sky, is a viaduct bridge in Sri Lanka. It is one of the best examples of colonial-era railway construction in the country. It is located in Demodara, between Ella and Demodara railway stations.

Yala National Park - This is a leopard country, and they are the Lords of the Jungle! With a leopard density that’s higher than anywhere else on this planet, these menacing predators prowl majestically in Yala, while elephants roam in their numbers with cautious deer scampering by their side.main animals to observe are leopards,elephants ,bears ,deers

Mirissa

Mirissa - We can optionally do things like Scuba diving,wales watching,visit coconut tree hill,and relax at the stunning beach

Mirissa-colombo-airport

Galle Fort - The story of the Galle Dutch Fort; a UNESCO World Heritage Site reverberates through every traveller’s photos and captions. Initially built by the Portuguese in the 16th century during their conquests, the fort was later fortified and conquered by the Dutch in the 17th century, until it later fell to the might of the British. The old town of Galle was once used as a trading port for spices and other goods for over 200 years. However, today, the fort has been transformed into a place of history, romance and beauty where travellers are warmly welcomed to dive head first into the exotic stories and be a part of this heritage site.

Fifty Lighthouse Street is set within the fort and offers the perfect base for you to explore the charms of Galle. Preserved in its original glory, stroll along the ramparts and admire the imposing structures like the Galle Lighthouse, Galle Clocktower and the Groote Kerk. A Galle Fort Walking Tour with us, will reveal secrets that only a local knows

Colombo - Visit the National Museum, the island’s biggest museum with a spectacular collection of artifacts reflecting Sri Lanka’s glorious history
Visit the Gangaramaya Temple, an iconic Buddhist temple of Sri Lanka.
Stroll around the Beira Lake and see the temple in the centre which is a place of serenity
Visit Colombo Fort where you will witness stunning old colonial-era architectural masterpieces such as the old parliament.
Visit Independence Square, an iconic memorial hall with a huge sprawling green park to relax
Visit the Viharamahadevi Park, the largest and best park in Colombo with lots of attractions for families with children.
Enjoy some classic Colombo retail therapy at prominent local departmental stores such as Odel or Cotton Collection.
Visit Galle Face Green, a great place to mingle with the locals and savour some

What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • On-board WiFi
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Parking fees
Additional Information

Srilanka is a heavenly destination and our pledge is to uphold this reputation. We are Kingsbury Tours, a local touring agency boasting over two decades of expertise. Our cadre of driver-guides is adeptly familiar with secluded locations and possesses top-notch communication skills. Our greatest pride lies in our receptiveness to your ideas, which allows us to adjust any plans to suit your requests. Our flexibility ensures smooth touring experiences at all times. We will not only guide or chauffeur you, but also safeguard you during your stay in this island haven. In brief, choosing us is equivalent to experiencing the very finest of what this country offers.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Pedrogr5248jh
Jun 2, 2024
First time in Sri Lanka - I did my honeymoon with my couple to Sri Lanka and we were lucky to meet Hashi. He made us enjoy our trip in a special way. Not only he was our driver, but an adventure partner. We wish him the best.
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Q6206knbriann
Apr 10, 2024
Thank you for everything! - Our 8 days vacation in Sri Lanka was awesome, thanks to Arosh! We were probably not the easiest customers, had a few last minute changes and requests. Arosh was always so accommodating and attentive, made sure all our wishes and requests were fulfilled. He made this trip so much more enjoyable with his positive and detailed-oriented personality. Highly recommended!
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B5004ktjackd
Feb 7, 2024
Great Driver and company. Highly recommended for Sri Lanka - We had a fantastic trip with Arosh. He knew loads about the island, gave us lots of laughs along the way with great activities recommendations we would not have found ourselves. He always arrived on time and was always in a great mood. It was great to have the peace of mind to always have someone as reliable as Arosh on call through the trip it really enhanced our experience of an already incredible island. Really recommend Arosh and Kingsbury.
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Wenghank
Dec 2, 2023
Unforgettable journey in Sri Lanka with KINGSBURY - Wonderful journey with them, covering all the amazing places in Sri Lanka. They took the extra miles to pick us up from the airport 2am in the morning, no extra charges even though our journey with them only starts from the next day. What matters more is the small details, they always ensure the car interior is always clean everyday. Tipping the locals for a quicker/better activities experience, at their own expense. We ended our journey with KINGSBURY few days before leaving Sri Lanka, and encountered a few hiccups. But guess what, a phone call away and they are here to help and solve our problems. You will never go wrong travelling Sri Lanka with KINGSBURY. They are here to bring you to an unforgettable trip in Sri Lanka. Come as a guest, leave as a friend - KINGSBURY’s motto.
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Paradise04061943250
Nov 14, 2023
Highly recommended tours and travel - Aro and his father are extremely disciplined and professional. They have well maintained four wheelers and ensure that the drive around the country is comfortable. Not just this they have reasonable prices and they know the best places to eat, shop, party, and roam. We visited the Sigriya rock, village tours, yala national park, nuwareliya, mirissa beach and other top tourism places through them. They are well connected and know everyone around and help with almost everything as travelers often feel lost in a new country. The trip was so much fun, thanks to them. By the end of the trip we were good friends who discussed about our countries, families and friends. I highly recommend choosing them to travel the beautiful country, Sri Lanka to make your visit worth it.
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Trafasss
Oct 20, 2023
Memorable - Taking my journey in Sri Lanka with Kingsbury Tour turned it from a mere trip into a lifetime experience. Mr. Roshan, who quickly realized that we didn't have anything very planned, knew how to perfectly manage the entire tour day by day, exceeding all expectations. It wasn't just a trip, it wasn't just a guide. As he says “Came as a guest, leave as a friend” and he couldn’t be more right. If you want to have a memorable trip, trust Kingsburry Tours.
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216shanshanz
Oct 17, 2023
the most amazing travel experience of my life - It was the most amazing travel experience of my life, choosing Kingsbury is the best decision. I contacted Roshan first, he gave me great insides of planning the tour and super reliable with timing and schedule. Arosh accompanied and guided us the whole trip. He has super professional and comfortable driving style, no matter how complicated is the traffic, he can always manage great and you feel so safe with him. We had such a great time on the way, I enjoyed a lot... I experienced everything I can expected and even much much more. The last day we were invited to their lovely family, we felt so grateful to meet such great and amazing people in Sri Lanka. Hope we will meet again. In German people say man trifft sich immer zweimal im Leben (people will meet always twice in the life), in Chinese is 有缘千里来相会 (fate bonds people together even thousands miles away:).
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270aaronj
Feb 22, 2023
Truly amazing and unforgettable - An epic and unforgettable trip! So glad we chose Kingsbury Tours, where do I start? First things first, Roshan our tour guide, driver and now friend is a true professional both behind the wheel and in his knowledge and passion for his country Sri Lanka, its history and its heritage. My wife and I found Kingsbury through Facebook and we were able to speak with Roshan on a video call before booking, it's that personal touch that sets Kingsbury apart from your average tour guide. It was my first time in Asia and I am a less than adventurous traveller but Roshan put my anxiety at ease. We originally booked the 8 day tour but ended up doing an extra 4 days. With Roshan on call throughout when we needed him, we felt safe and cared for, particularly when elephants were on the road!!! If you're going to visit Sri Lanka, you need look nowhere else, in the words of Tina Turner, Simply The Best!
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