Historic Galle, Wild Yala, and Serene Beaches
Embark on a 10-day journey that immerses you in the rich cultural heritage and natural beauty of Sri Lanka’s south coast. Begin your adventure in the historic city of Galle, where you’ll stay within the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Dutch Fort. Explore its charming cobblestone streets, colonial architecture, and vibrant boutiques nestled within the fort’s walls. Your private chauffeur-guide will lead you through the city’s highlights, ensuring a personalised and insightful experience
The journey continues with a scenic drive along the coastline to Yala National Park, renowned for its diverse wildlife, including the elusive leopard and sloth bear. Engage in private safaris during the morning and late afternoon to maximize your chances of wildlife sightings. Following your safari adventures, unwind on the pristine beaches of Tangalle, where you can relax and reflect on your journey. Throughout the tour, enjoy the convenience of scheduled international flights, in-destination transfers, carefully selected accommodations, and 24-hour support, all tailored to your preferences for a seamless travel experience
All the things you need to know
Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Colombo.
On arrival, you’re met by your private chauffeur-guide and transferred down to the south coast to Galle. Once here, you can settle into your hotel and enjoy some leisure time, depending on your flight time. If you have some time today, we recommend a gentle stroll around the local area, as Galle is an excellent city to explore on foot.
Today, undertake a private city tour of Galle with your chauffeur-guide. Galle is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to a beautiful Dutch fort with quaint streets and pretty walkways. The fort area is the largest remaining fortress of its kind in Asia.
Today you can continue your exploration of Galle and the surrounding areas. We recommend joining a bicycle tour with a local, where you can learn even more about the people and culture of this place. Tonight, enjoy the sunset from one of the city’s rooftop restaurants.
In the morning transfer to Dambulla. Stay 3 nights at the Heritance Kandalama hotel (or similar).
This morning, drive along the coast with your chauffeur-guide to Yala National Park. You have a couple of nights to maximise your chances of seeing the leopard and sloth bear in the area. En route, there’s plenty to see, and you can ask your chauffeur-guide to stop for any photo opportunities.
Enjoy private safaris in Yala National Park in the morning and late afternoon. You are likely to see spotted deer, wild boar and wild elephant, and a wide variety of birds. If you are really lucky, you may also spot sloth bear and leopard — with on average one leopard per square kilometre. Yala has the highest density of leopards in Asia.
Enjoy a lazy morning at your accommodation before you transfer to Tangalle, a drive of around two hours along Sri Lanka’s south coast.
Enjoy your day at leisure relaxing on the beach.
Your chauffeur-guide will drive you to your hotel, near the international airport. Relax and enjoy your last evening in Sri Lanka.
Today you’re met by your chauffeur-guide and transferred to the airport. He will ensure you arrive at the airport in plenty of time for your onward flight. Your return flight will arrive the same day.
- Stay within the Dutch Fort at Galle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site – Immerse yourself in history as you stay within the centuries-old fort, surrounded by charming colonial architecture, cobbled streets, and breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean.
- Explore the various boutiques within the fort walls – Wander through a mix of stylish boutiques, artisanal craft stores, and antique shops, offering everything from handmade jewelry to locally sourced spices and unique souvenirs.
- Take time out to relax on the beautiful southwest coast – Unwind on pristine golden beaches, enjoy the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, or indulge in a beachfront spa treatment while soaking up the tropical ambiance.
- Track leopards in Yala National Park – Embark on an exciting safari adventure through Sri Lanka’s most famous wildlife reserve, home to the highest density of leopards in the world, along with elephants, sloth bears, and a diverse range of bird species.
- Scheduled International Flights – Enjoy a seamless travel experience with carefully selected international flights that align with your itinerary, ensuring a smooth journey to and from Sri Lanka.
- In-Destination Transfers – Travel in comfort with private, air-conditioned transfers between airports, hotels, and key destinations, allowing you to explore at your own pace without any hassle.
- Activities and Excursions as Detailed – Experience a range of curated activities and guided excursions, from cultural tours and wildlife safaris to beachside relaxation and adventure sports, all designed to showcase the best of Sri Lanka.
- All Accommodation – Stay in handpicked luxury hotels, boutique stays, and heritage properties, offering comfort, style, and authentic Sri Lankan hospitality throughout your journey.
- 24-Hour Support While You Travel – Travel with confidence knowing you have round-the-clock assistance from a dedicated support team, ready to help with any requests or unexpected changes.
- Tailor-Made to Your Needs – This journey is fully customizable to match your interests, preferences, and travel style, ensuring a truly personalized and unforgettable Sri Lankan experience.
- Light layers, e.g. vest tops/T-shirts, breathable clothing and underwear, light cotton stuff.
- Sri Lanka is a bit conservative, shorts are fine and so are dresses but we would recommend steering away from anything super short or revealing.
- For temple visits, covering up is a must – this is easily done by carrying a light sarong for shoulders and wearing a longer light skirt or light trousers. The guide will have some sarongs which people can use to cover up just in case.
- Sometimes it can be handy to bring a small umbrella, both for any showers that may come and also as a sun shield.
- Equally a very light waterproof just in case! The rain tends to come in bursts and is warm.
- Insect repellent, sunscreen
- Trainers are fine for Sigiriya Rock – it’s not worth packing walking boots for this. Other sightseeing can be done in sandals or trainers as preferred.
- We don’t personally recommend jeans – it’s just too hot.
- You may wish to pack a light jacket or cardigan for the evening if you feel the cold. Nuwara Eliya and the hill country is at a higher altitude and naturally will be cooler.
- Restaurants can be casual wear, you can smarten it up a little but again, personal taste.
- Hat/sunglasses.
- Hand gel!
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