8-Day Classic Sri Lanka Tour: Explore Sigiriya, Polonaruwa, Minneriya and More with Private Driver

Embark on an 8-day classic tour of Sri Lanka and explore the stunning destinations of Sigiriya, Polonaruwa, Minneriya National Park, Kandy, Dambulla, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Tissamaharama, Mirissa, and Colombo. Enjoy comfortable transportation, knowledgeable driver-guides, and a range of hotel options to suit your preferences.

Duration: 8 days
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Colombo - Day 1: Colombo – Sigiriya
Upon landing at Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo, you will be met by a tour representative and receive a garland of flowers. Then proceed to Habarana. Check in at the hotel, and enjoy the rest of the day to relax at your leisure. 

Overnight:  hotel, sigriya

What's Included
  • Local vehicle insurance included
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Comfortable transport with in-vehicle air conditioning
  • Accommodation for 7 nights (options: Budget, Economy, Standard, Luxury)
  • Highway fees covered
  • Refreshments: Tea, coffee, and bottled water
  • Transport by private A/C vehicle (Van & Car)
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout…
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • National Park fees
  • Local taxes
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
Additional Information

Take part in the 8-Day Sri Lanka Classic Round Tour, a journey to be remembered, featuring visits to places like Sigiriya, Polonaruwa, Minneriya National Park, Kandy, Dambulla, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Tissamaharama, Mirissa, and Colombo.
On this tour, travelers will be afforded the comfort of high quality, air-conditioned vehicles complete with a…

Cancellation Policy

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

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Grandtour00187604679
Sep 28, 2025
Outstanding 8 -day Sri Lanka tour with Lanka Safe Tour's. Kavishan the guide, educator, driver was the main anchor. - We just completed the 8 Days Classic Sri Lanka Tour with Lanka Safe Tours, and it was an unforgettable experience for me, my wife, and our 2 kids. From start to finish, everything was beautifully organized, the true highlight of our trip was our “anchor” Kavishan. I deliberately don’t want to call him a driver, he was so much more! He was our guide, planner, and friend who gave us deep insights into Sri Lankan culture, perfectly balanced our time, and smartly prioritized attractions so that we enjoyed every moment without feeling rushed. His warmth, patience, and dedication won us over, especially our little one, who is already a huge fan! Kavishan was available for us 24/7 with a smile, and his assurance made us feel safe and cared for throughout. Thanks to Lakshan and Dilhara for their support in booking the tour, and a very special thanks to the hero of our trip, Kavishan. We are leaving Sri Lanka with countless beautiful memories, gratitude for the amazing hospitality, and a strong wish to come back again, with Kavishan leading the way. We will definitely recommend Lanka Safe Tours to our family and friends.
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Mummadills
Sep 15, 2025
Excellent tour, excellent guide - We spent the first 2 days in Colombo after arriving in Sri Lanka and this is where our tour guide Prasanna picked us up From start to finish the tour has been wonderful made even better by Prasanna’s local knowledge, professionalism and his driving skills as we navigated our way through the country Prasanna made sure our holiday was going to be memorable, we couldn’t of asked for more from making sure we were comfortable in the A/C car to getting in the correct spot for the best photo or getting up extra early to catch the beautiful sunrise at certain locations All the hotels were clean and in great locations along with the lovely fresh food We would certainly recommend Lanka Safe tours and would be ideal if you was a little nervous holidaying in Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 If you are thinking of visiting Sri Lanka do not hesitate booking but do ask for Prasanna, you will not be disappointed 😊
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317clived
Sep 14, 2025
Best way to tour the fabulous island of Sri Lanka - As experienced travellers my wife and I had high expectations from the 8 day tour we booked with Lanka Safe tours and we were not disappointed. Our driver/guide Prasanna met us in our hotel in Columbo on time a with great/clear communication. After a few hours driving, our first day ending with a magnificent safari to see elephants. The next day started early, as recommended by Prasanna to climb Sigiriya rock fortress, as the sun came up, followed by an interesting village tour. Throughout Prasanna was providing interesting information about Sri Lanka and its people, while safely driving on the difficult roads. Dambulla Cave Temple came next before the scenic drive to Kandy. After a good lunch, we visited Temple of the Tooth Relic with a local guide that Prasanna had arranged and then a cultural dance show before dinner. On the way to Nanu Oya Railway Station, we stopped off at a tea factory that was really interesting learning about the drying/sorting process and different types of tea grown there. As we were not able to pre-book tickets for the train to Ella, Prasanna helped again with getting us the best possible train journey, which was a memorable experience. Little Adam’s Peak at sunrise was another great suggestion by Prasanna, before the Nine arch bridge then breakfast. Yala national park was a great highlight, as we saw many animals and a leopard to round off another fantastic day. I would highly recommend Sri Lanka for a vacation and ask for Prasanna to be your driver with Lanka safe tours
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Juicy73kl
Jul 24, 2025
Reliable, friendly and efficient. Can't ask for more! - We were very happy with the service provided by Lanka Safe. Our guide Sampath and the two drivers we had (the van we started off with had some issues, so that vehicle got swapped out along with the driver) were gentle, friendly, accommodating and very professional. They took care of our luggage, we always felt safe and we had a thoroughly enjoyable and varied trip. Sri Lanka has so many different facets to explore and we felt like we saw the best of a little of everything. Thanks to Sampath, we made a stop at the probably the best Noritake factory of the several dotted around the country, and I walked away very happy. Sampath also accompanied us on hikes and the safari and we enjoyed our chats with him. Our drivers Piduranga and Dumith also deserve praise as the mountain roads were windy in parts and they skilfully maneuvered bends and the myriad other vehicles. We found them to be excellent drivers. Communication with Lanka Safe before was efficient and our guys were always prepared and waiting for us ahead of time. Highly recommend Lanka Safe.
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Coastal49639917521
Jun 3, 2025
Srilanka 8days private tour - Our recent trip through Sri Lanka was truly unforgettable, and a huge part of that was thanks to our amazing private driver tour. From start to finish, everything was smooth, stress-free, and deeply enriching. We covered some of the island's most iconic destinations: Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella, Yala, and Mirissa — each offering something unique and beautiful. Private Driver Experience Hiring a private driver turned out to be the best decision we made. Our driver Prasanna was not only professional, punctual, and a safe driver but also incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. He shared local insights, recommended hidden gems, and helped us avoid tourist traps. The car was clean, air-conditioned, and spacious — perfect for long scenic drives. 📍 Sigiriya Our tour began with Sigiriya, home to the iconic Lion Rock Fortress. Climbing to the top was a highlight — the views were breathtaking and the history fascinating. On the way, we stopped at Dambulla Cave Temple, which was serene and beautifully preserved. 🌺 Kandy Next was Kandy, Sri Lanka’s cultural heart. We visited the Temple of the Tooth, strolled around the peaceful lake, and enjoyed a traditional dance performance in the evening. Our driver took us to a local viewpoint at sunset that we’d never have found on our own. 🌄 Ella Ella stole our hearts with its lush greenery and laid-back charm. We hiked Little Adam’s Peak, explored Nine Arch Bridge, and enjoyed some of the best food of our trip at local cafés. The train ride from Kandy to Ella (our driver dropped us off and picked us up at the other end) was another unforgettable experience. 🐘 Yala Safari From Ella, we headed to Yala National Park. Our driver arranged a reliable safari guide for us. We were lucky enough to see elephants, crocodiles, wild boars, peacocks, and even a leopard! The early morning wake-up call was worth it. 🌊 Mirissa We wrapped up our tour in Mirissa, where we relaxed on golden beaches and took a whale-watching tour. It was the perfect way to wind down after an active itinerary. Our driver even recommended a quiet beachside restaurant for our final dinner — a perfect send-off. Overall Experience This tour gave us the best of Sri Lanka — history, nature, wildlife, and beaches — without any of the stress of planning transportation or finding reliable guides. A private driver tour isn’t just convenient; it’s immersive and tailored to your pace. Highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Sri Lanka — especially if you want to see a lot in a limited time without sacrificing comfort or local insight.
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Nigelcg4067ur
May 16, 2025
Great memories, with no stress. - If you’re coming to Sri Lanka and you want to see the country properly you will need to get a good driver. Lanka Safe Tours provided us that and much more with Prassana. Prasanna is a lovely guy who always got us to where we were going safely and in good time. As a second generation tour guide he has great knowledge of the places you’ll visit and surrounding areas. If you need help choosing activities or places to eat and stay he can help, but is never pushy, you just choose and follow your itinerary. You get lots of space to do your own thing, but I’m sure you’ll be happy to share your time with him too. Bottom line is I would use Lanka Safe Tours again next time. Thanks Pras :)
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Lindacy198dy
May 2, 2025
8 day tour of Sri Lanka - Thank you Sampath for fantastic 8 days tour of Sri Lanka. He made the trip very enjoyable and we took part in the most memorable activities, and he made sure we made the most of our time in Sri Lanka. Every activity and hotel check in was very smooth and easy with no delays or issues. Thank you again for making our Honeymoon in Sri Lanka the most fabulous experience.
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422nickys
Apr 26, 2025
An amazing 8 day tour in beautiful Sri Lanka. Do not hesitate to book this tour with this company 🙂 - We have had an absolutely brilliant time with our guide Kavishan. He is such a nice, friendly and helpful guy. He told us so much information about all the places we visited. He is a great driver, always looked smart and on time. We have visited some lovely places and found all of Sri Lanka beautiful. The scenery is amazing, so lush and green. He was a pleasure to be around and would highly recommend a tour with him as your guide 🙂
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Road39442318781
Apr 25, 2025
Sri Lanka with Prasanna - My wife and I traveled with Prasanna. He was always on time, was proactive in communicating the schedule for the next day and keeping us on schedule, and was a safe driver. I appreciated his recommendations for lunch restaurants and his efforts to facilitate any activities we wanted to do (e.g., a cultural site guide, buying entrance tickets, safaris, train tickets, hiking, massages, etc.) and hotel check in. We were very active on this vacation and I appreciated that Prasanna took the initiative to hike with us while providing relevant information and taking pictures of us. I would recommend traveling with Prasanna.
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Xanieg
Apr 24, 2025
Book your trip with Shiran! - My friend and I have just finished our incredible trip around Sri Lanka and all of our experiences and memories are down to our amazing guide Shiran. We had initially just booked a driver to take us from one location to another, but after meeting Shiran we recognised his expertise and professionalism and decided to extend our trip to have him with us for the whole time - it was the best decision! Shiran is a fun, knowledgable, thoughtful and incredibly kind guide. He organised and planned so many brilliant days and activities that we wouldn’t have done without him. We felt incredibly well looked after and, most importantly as two women travelling, we felt very safe throughout our whole trip and cannot recommend him enough. Thank you, Shiran, for the holiday of a lifetime :)
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