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Sanka
10-Day Complete Sri Lanka
10-day private tour

All of Sri Lanka, nothing left out

From the ancient sacred cities of the north to the leopards of Yala and the beaches of the south — the complete Sri Lanka journey for those who want to see it all.

10 days Start: BIA Airport (Colombo) End: BIA Airport Car (1–4 guests) · Van (5–8 guests) The ultimate deep-dive
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Highlights

Tour highlights

Anuradhapura — Sri Lanka's oldest sacred capital
Sigiriya Lion Rock and Dambulla caves
Kandy and hill country tea estates
Nuwara Eliya Little England
Ella — two full days in the hills
Yala National Park safari
Tangalle quiet beach
Mirissa whale watching
Galle Fort UNESCO heritage
Itinerary

Day-by-day itinerary

1

BIA Airport → Anuradhapura

4.5–5.5 hrs 3 activities
Day 1: Anuradhapura
Airport pickup
Drive north to the ancient sacred capital
Arrive and settle
Stay in Anuradhapura
Sanka will suggest hotels for Anuradhapura — you book directly. No commissions, just honest local recommendations.
2

Anuradhapura → Sigiriya

1.5–2 hrs 2 activities
Day 2: Sigiriya
Anuradhapura sacred city morning — Sri Maha Bodhi, Ruwanwelisaya, Jetavanaramaya
Drive south to Sigiriya
Stay in Sigiriya area
Sanka will suggest hotels for Sigiriya area — you book directly. No commissions, just honest local recommendations.
3

Sigiriya → Kandy

2.5–3.5 hrs 3 activities
Day 3: Kandy
Sigiriya Lion Rock early morning climb
Dambulla Cave Temple
Drive to Kandy
Stay in Kandy
Sanka will suggest hotels for Kandy — you book directly. No commissions, just honest local recommendations.
4

Kandy → Nuwara Eliya

2.75–3.5 hrs 4 activities
Day 4: Nuwara Eliya
Temple of the Tooth Relic
Royal Botanical Gardens
Scenic tea-country drive
Pedro Tea Estate
Stay in Nuwara Eliya
Sanka will suggest hotels for Nuwara Eliya — you book directly. No commissions, just honest local recommendations.
5

Nuwara Eliya → Ella

2–2.5 hrs 3 activities
Day 5: Ella
Horton Plains and World's End optional (early start)
Or relaxed drive to Ella with stops
Ravana Falls
Stay in Ella
Sanka will suggest hotels for Ella — you book directly. No commissions, just honest local recommendations.
6

Ella → Ella (full day)

4 activities
Day 6: Ella (full day)
Nine Arch Bridge
Little Adam's Peak hike
Tuk tuk tour of local highlights
Free evening in Ella
Stay in Ella
Sanka will suggest hotels for Ella — you book directly. No commissions, just honest local recommendations.
7

Ella → Yala area

3.5–4.5 hrs 3 activities
Day 7: Yala area
Morning Ella — final local stop
Drive south to safari country
Rest before early safari
Stay in Tissamaharama
Sanka will suggest hotels for Tissamaharama — you book directly. No commissions, just honest local recommendations.
8

Yala → Tangalle

2–3 hrs 3 activities
Day 8: Tangalle
Dawn Yala safari — leopards and elephants
Drive to Tangalle quiet beach
Rekawa turtle watching evening (seasonal)
Stay in Tangalle
Sanka will suggest hotels for Tangalle — you book directly. No commissions, just honest local recommendations.
9

Tangalle → Mirissa or Galle

1.5–2 hrs 4 activities
Day 9: Mirissa or Galle
Mirissa whale watching morning (Nov–Apr)
Or Galle Fort UNESCO heritage
Unawatuna beach swim
South coast evening
Stay in Mirissa or Galle
Sanka will suggest hotels for Mirissa or Galle — you book directly. No commissions, just honest local recommendations.
10

South coast → BIA Airport

2–2.5 hrs via expressway 3 activities
Day 10: BIA Airport
Final morning at leisure
Expressway to BIA airport
On-time departure
Stay in Departure
Sanka will suggest hotels for Departure — you book directly. No commissions, just honest local recommendations.
Tour details

What's included

Included

  • Private transport throughout the tour
  • Sanka as your driver and local guide
  • Hotel pickup & drop-off each day
  • Accommodation suggestions at each stop
  • Flexible pace — adjust the itinerary anytime
  • Fuel, tolls and parking

Not included

  • ×Accommodation (guests book directly)
  • ×Park and attraction entry fees
  • ×Meals and personal expenses
  • ×International flights
  • ×Travel insurance
  • ×Tips (appreciated, never expected)

The most complete Sri Lanka itinerary — for visitors who want north, centre, hills, safari and coast in one trip. A comfortable pace with two nights in Ella at the midpoint. Accommodation not included — Sanka recommends the best options at each stop.

Stay your way

Choose your comfort level — Sanka suggests hotels at every stop, from boutique guesthouses to luxury resorts. You book directly, no commissions.

Budget-friendly Mid-range Luxury

Your vehicle

Private, air-conditioned transport matched to your group size. Never shared — just you, your group, and Sanka.

Comfortable A/C car (1–4 guests)
Spacious A/C van (5–8 guests)

Tour pacing

Moderate — includes scenic drives, some walking at cultural sites, and optional hikes. Suitable for all fitness levels. Sanka adjusts the pace to your group.

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Your guide

Travel with Sanka, your local Ella expert

Born and raised in Ella, Sanka has been guiding travellers across Sri Lanka since 2020. He knows every shortcut, the best local restaurants, and the hidden viewpoints that aren't in guidebooks. More than a driver — a local friend who genuinely cares about your experience.

Born in Ella English, Sinhala, Tamil 180+ 5-star reviews
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What guests say

"Sankha is the best and most reliable tuk-tuk driver in Ella. Fair prices, many insights and always friendly. Can recommend him 100%. If we come back we will always choose him and his company!"

Paraklin

Hamburg, Germany · Jan 2025

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