We booked our honeymoon through Emerald Journeys and it was everything we hoped for and more. The Maldives resort they recommended felt private and peaceful, and every detail was handled with such care. It honestly felt like our trip was designed just for us.
Simply Sri Lanka
10-Day Culture, Hills & Coast Tour
10 days tour
Simply Sri Lanka brings together the island’s ancient heritage, scenic hill country and beautiful southern coastline in one carefully planned 10-day private tour. Climb Sigiriya Rock, explore Kandy, travel through the tea-covered hills to Ella, walk through historic Galle Fort and unwind beside the beaches of Sri Lanka’s south coast.
Tour Highlights
- Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Cave Temples
- Kandy’s Temple of the Tooth and a lake walk
- Scenic train ride to Ella
- Tea country views and easy hikes
- Galle Fort and south-coast beaches
Price includes
- Handpicked hotels with daily breakfast
- Private air-conditioned transfers with driver
- Reserved train seats in second or first class
- Local guides for key sites listed
- Entrance fees for included sites
- 24/7 on-trip support
- Golden Horizons
Journey Through Heritage, Hills & Horizon
Day
01
Flight to Sri Lanka
Board your international flight to Colombo. Overnight in the air.
Day
02
Negombo or Kotugoda
Arrive and meet your chauffeur-guide. Short transfer to rest after the flight.
Day
03
Sigiriya
Drive to the Cultural Triangle and settle in. Enjoy pool time or a gentle village walk at sunset.
Day
04
Sigiriya
- Climb Sigiriya Rock early to avoid the heat. Visit Dambulla Cave Temples in the afternoon.
Day
05
Kandy
Travel to Kandy via spice gardens or a craft stop. Evening visit to the Temple of the Tooth and a stroll by the lake.
Day
06
Ella (by train)
Take the scenic train through tea-covered hills to Ella. Short walk to a viewpoint if time allows.
Day
07
Ella
- Hike Little Adam’s Peak in the morning. See Nine Arch Bridge and relax in the afternoon.
Day
08
Galle
- Drive to the south coast and check in. Evening rampart walk around Galle Fort.
Day
09
South Coast
- Beach day with optional lagoon boat ride or cycling. Try a simple seafood dinner by the shore.
Day
10
Fly home
- Road transfer to the airport. Fly home the same day.
- Cultural Serenity
From Ancient Wonders to Ocean Whispers
Testimonials
What our guests say about us
Sarah & Tom
United Kingdom
We’ve travelled a lot, but this was on another level. The transition between Sri Lanka and the Maldives was seamless, and every hotel felt thoughtfully chosen. It was the perfect mix of adventure and calm.
Daniel & Chloe
UK
I usually plan my own trips, but this time I wanted something stress-free. The team at Emerald Journeys handled everything, and I could actually relax and enjoy the experience. Their attention to detail was spot on.
James
Scotland
We loved how easy everything was. The transfers, the resorts, the experiences – all perfectly arranged. It didn’t feel like a tour; it felt like our own adventure.
Marco
Italy