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Handcrafted tours through Sri Lanka's ancient wonders, tropical coastlines, and wildlife — led by local experts who know every hidden gem.

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Who We Are

Your Personal Guide
Through Sri Lanka

Tripa Lanka is a dedicated private tour service run by a passionate, experienced Sri Lankan travel expert who personally accompanies you every step of the way.

We offer more than just a driver — we offer a knowledgeable companion who knows every sunrise viewpoint, every hidden village, and every local restaurant worth stopping at. From the ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya to the whale-watching waters of Mirissa, each journey is personally planned and personally guided. Your trip, your pace, your memories.

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BYD Electric Vehicle
Travel in comfort & style in a modern, eco-friendly electric car — smooth, quiet, and air-conditioned throughout
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Fully Tailored Routes
Every itinerary is custom-built around your interests, travel style, and available time
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Flexible Accommodation
Hotels are fully your choice — we guide you to the best options at every price point along the route
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Always By Your Side
Your operator handles transport, recommendations, and logistics — so you can focus purely on enjoying Sri Lanka

Where We Take You

Sri Lanka's Must-See Destinations

From ancient rock fortresses to pristine beaches — every stop tells a story 2,500 years in the making.

Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Cultural Triangle
Sigiriya

The iconic Lion Rock — a 5th-century fortress rising 200m above the jungle, a UNESCO World Heritage site and Sri Lanka's most visited landmark.

UNESCO History Hiking
Ella Nine Arch Bridge
Hill Country
Ella

A mountain village surrounded by tea plantations, dramatic gorges, and the famous Nine Arch Bridge — perfect for trekkers and nature lovers.

Tea Country Scenic Trains Hiking
Unawatuna Beach
South Coast
Unawatuna

One of Asia's most beautiful beaches — a crescent bay with turquoise waters, coral reefs, and a vibrant atmosphere just south of Galle.

Beach Snorkelling Sunsets
Galle Fort
Heritage Coast
Galle Fort

A living Dutch colonial fort from 1663 — cobblestone streets, boutique cafés, and rampart sunsets that photographers dream about.

UNESCO Colonial Architecture
Yala National Park
Safari Country
Yala National Park

The world's highest density of leopards, plus elephants, sloth bears, and crocodiles. Sri Lanka's most thrilling wildlife experience.

Wildlife Leopards Safari
Nuwara Eliya Tea Plantations
Hill Country
Nuwara Eliya

Sri Lanka's "Little England" at 1,868m — colonial bungalows, misty tea estates, and a surprisingly cool climate perfect for a refreshing break.

Tea Estates Cool Climate Gardens
Mirissa Whale Watching
South Coast
Mirissa

The best place in the world to see blue whales in their natural habitat — plus a stunning beach with a legendary coconut tree that's become iconic on Instagram.

Whale Watching Beach Marine Life
Polonnaruwa Ancient Ruins
Cultural Triangle
Polonnaruwa

The medieval capital of Sri Lanka — vast ancient ruins, 1,000-year-old Buddha statues, and atmospheric moonstonethat make history come alive.

UNESCO Ancient Ruins History
Kandy Temple of the Tooth
North Central
Kandy

Sri Lanka's cultural capital — home to the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, a beautiful lakeside setting, and the world-famous Perahera festival.

Temple Culture Festival

Tour Itinerary

8 Days Around Sri Lanka

A classic route through the island's finest highlights — from ancient fortresses and misty hill country to wildlife safaris and whale watching. Every tour is fully private and personally guided.

What's Covered

Private Tour
Fully Customisable

This route is a popular starting point — we adapt every detail to your travel dates, group size, and personal interests.

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Start & End
Katunayake Airport → Negombo
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Duration
8 Days · 7 Nights
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Vehicle
BYD Electric · Private & AC
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Tour Style
Fully Private · Personal Guide
Transport Package Price
$80
per Day
✓ Included
  • ·Private BYD Electric vehicle throughout
  • ·Fuel, parking & all highway tolls
  • ·Driver's meals & accommodation
  • ·Travel recommendations & full assistance
✗ Not Included
  • ·Hotel accommodation (book your preference)
  • ·Entrance fees & activity tickets
  • ·Meals & personal expenses
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Day 01

Arrival &
Sigiriya

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Day 01

Arrival & Transfer to Sigiriya

Your Sri Lanka adventure begins the moment you land. We'll be waiting for you at arrivals — no stress, no waiting around.

  • ✈️ Picked up from Katunayake Airport on arrival
  • 🚗 3.5 hr private drive through rural Lanka to Sigiriya
  • 🌙 Check in, rest up — big day tomorrow at sunrise
UNESCO Heritage · Ancient History
Day 02

Sigiriya Rock
& Kandy Road

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Day 02

Sigiriya → Dambulla → Kandy

Up before sunrise to beat the crowds on the Rock. The view from the top — jungle in every direction — is something you genuinely can't describe.

  • 🌅 Sunrise climb of Sigiriya Rock Fortress
  • 🌿 Village tour — ox carts, paddy fields, local life
  • 🧖 Ayurvedic spa stop en route — proper herbal oil massage
  • 🛕 Dambulla Cave Temple — 2,000-year-old murals inside rock caves
  • 🌶️ Spice garden walk with local guide
Culture · Wellness · Heritage
Day 03

Full Day
Kandy

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Day 03

Kandy — Cultural Capital

Kandy moves slowly and that's the whole point. The lake, the temples, the drumming — it's the kind of place that stays with you long after you leave.

  • 🌺 Royal Botanical Gardens — 147 acres, giant bamboo, orchid house
  • 💎 Gem museum with real Ceylon sapphire showroom
  • 🪷 Bahirawakanda Buddha — 26m statue, panoramic hilltop views
  • 🥁 Kandyan dance show — fire-walking, acrobatics, traditional drums
  • 🛕 Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic at dusk
Culture · Temples · History
Day 04

Tea Country
& Scenic Train

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Day 04

Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Ella by Train

The train from Nanu Oya to Ella is hands-down the most beautiful rail journey in Asia. Mist, waterfalls, tea fields — keep your camera ready the whole way.

  • 💧 Ramboda Falls — 109m waterfall roadside stop
  • ☕ Labookellie Tea Estate — pick your own leaves, fresh cup after
  • 🚂 Afternoon scenic train through the hill country clouds
  • 🧳 Your bags travel ahead — we meet you at Ella station
⭐ Don't Miss · Scenic Train · Tea Country
Day 05

Ella —
Adventure Day

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Day 05

Full Day in Ella

Ella is the kind of place where people plan one day and end up staying three. The bridge, the hike, the cooking class — it's all genuinely brilliant.

  • 🌉 Nine Arch Bridge — best viewed when the blue train passes through
  • 🥾 Little Adam's Peak — 45-min hike, tea fields all around, no crowds early
  • 🤸 Ravana Zipline — screaming across a valley at speed, optional but worth it
  • 🍛 Sri Lankan cooking class — make your own rice & curry from scratch
  • 🌙 Eat what you cooked for dinner — genuinely one of the best meals of the trip
Adventure · Food · Views
Day 06

Yala Safari
& South Coast

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Day 06

Ella → Yala → Mirissa

A big travel day, but the payoff is enormous. Ravana Falls in the morning, leopards in the afternoon, and falling asleep to the sound of Indian Ocean waves.

  • 🌊 Ravana Waterfalls — quick morning swim if you're brave enough
  • 🐆 Yala National Park safari — highest wild leopard density on Earth
  • 🐘 Elephants, sloth bears, peacocks, crocodiles — all in the wild
  • 🏖️ Evening arrival in Mirissa — beach town, cold coconut, deep breath
⭐ Wildlife Safari · Beach · Waterfalls
Day 07

Whale Watching
& Beach

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Day 07

Mirissa — Best Day on the Water

Out on the open ocean before most people are awake — and then back to the most beautiful beach in southern Sri Lanka. A genuinely perfect day.

  • 🐋 Early boat out to meet blue whales — breakfast served on board
  • 🐬 Spinner dolphins almost always join the boat on the way back
  • 🏖️ Afternoon completely free — beach, book, cold drinks, hammock
  • 🍽️ Dinner at a beachside restaurant as the sun drops into the sea
⭐ Whale Watching · Ocean · Relax
Day 08

Galle Fort
& Farewell

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Day 08

Mirissa → Galle Coast → Negombo

The last day is a slow coastal drive north with three brilliant stops along the way. A gentle end to an unforgettable eight days.

  • 🐢 Koggala Turtle Hatchery — watch baby turtles released to the sea
  • 🏰 Galle Fort — Dutch colonial walls, boutique shops, the best coffee in the south
  • 🛶 Madu Ganga boat safari — mangroves, fish therapy, river temples
  • 🏁 Drop-off in Negombo — end of the road, start of the memories
UNESCO Galle · Eco Tour · Coastal Drive

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