Private tailor made Sri Lanka tour
Hill Country & Coastal Retreat
A slow-paced private escape combining Ella’s tea country with an extended stay on Sri Lanka’s southern and western coasts.
Route and highlights
Time to slow down.
After an arrival night near Negombo, settle into Ella for a hill-country stay, then continue to Tangalle and Hikkaduwa for longer periods by the coast. Several days are intentionally left at leisure. This is a suggested starting point and can be tailored to your interests, dates and preferred pace.
The journey in pictures
Landscapes along the way.
Tour itinerary
Day by day.
Day 1Arrival in NegomboAirport · Negombo
Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport and transfer to the hotel in Negombo.
Accommodation
Uga Riva or similar · Negombo
Room type: Premier Suite · 1 night
Day 2Travel to EllaNegombo · Ella
After breakfast, travel from Negombo to Ella (approximately six hours) and settle into the hill-country hotel.
Accommodation
Nine Skies or similar · Ella
Room type: Ella Rock Suite · 4 nights
Day 3Sri Lankan cooking experienceElla
Take part in a Sri Lankan cooking experience.
Accommodation
Nine Skies or similar · Ella
Room type: Ella Rock Suite
Day 4Tea factory visitElla
Visit a tea factory for a guided tour.
Accommodation
Nine Skies or similar · Ella
Room type: Ella Rock Suite
Day 5Hill-country leisureElla · Hatton
Enjoy a leisurely day at the hotel. The source itinerary labels this day Hatton while the accommodation listed is Nine Skies in Ella.
Accommodation
Nine Skies or similar · Ella
Room type: Ella Rock Suite
Day 6Journey to TangalleElla · Tangalle
Travel to Tangalle (approximately 3½ hours from Hatton, as stated in the source) and check in to the coastal hotel.
Accommodation
Amanwella or similar · Tangalle
Room type: Premium Ocean Pool Suite · 6 nights
Day 7Tangalle at leisureTangalle
Enjoy a relaxed day at leisure by the coast.
Accommodation
Amanwella or similar · Tangalle
Room type: Premium Ocean Pool Suite
Day 8Tangalle at leisureTangalle
Enjoy a relaxed day at leisure by the coast.
Accommodation
Amanwella or similar · Tangalle
Room type: Premium Ocean Pool Suite
Day 9Tangalle at leisureTangalle
Enjoy a relaxed day at leisure by the coast.
Accommodation
Amanwella or similar · Tangalle
Room type: Premium Ocean Pool Suite
Day 10Tangalle at leisureTangalle
Enjoy a relaxed day at leisure by the coast.
Accommodation
Amanwella or similar · Tangalle
Room type: Premium Ocean Pool Suite
Day 11Tangalle at leisureTangalle
Enjoy a relaxed day at leisure by the coast.
Accommodation
Amanwella or similar · Tangalle
Room type: Premium Ocean Pool Suite
Day 12Tangalle to Hikkaduwa via GalleTangalle · Galle · Hikkaduwa
Travel from Tangalle to Hikkaduwa, visiting Galle Fort en route.
Accommodation
Haritha Villas or similar · Hikkaduwa
Room type: Contemporary Villa with Private Pool · 5 nights
Day 13Hikkaduwa at leisureHikkaduwa
Enjoy a day at leisure by the coast.
Accommodation
Haritha Villas or similar · Hikkaduwa
Room type: Contemporary Villa with Private Pool
Day 14Hikkaduwa at leisureHikkaduwa
Enjoy a day at leisure by the coast.
Accommodation
Haritha Villas or similar · Hikkaduwa
Room type: Contemporary Villa with Private Pool
Day 15Hikkaduwa at leisureHikkaduwa
Enjoy a day at leisure by the coast.
Accommodation
Haritha Villas or similar · Hikkaduwa
Room type: Contemporary Villa with Private Pool
Day 16Hikkaduwa at leisureHikkaduwa
Enjoy a day at leisure by the coast.
Accommodation
Haritha Villas or similar · Hikkaduwa
Room type: Contemporary Villa with Private Pool
Day 17DepartureHikkaduwa · Airport
Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport; the source estimates approximately two hours.
A few useful details
Frequently asked questions.
How much does a custom Sri Lanka tour cost?
The cost depends on your travel dates, trip length, accommodation, room arrangement and chosen experiences. Tell us what you have in mind and we can prepare a tailored quote.
Can I adjust this Sri Lanka itinerary?
Yes. Treat this itinerary as a starting point. Contact Cinnamon Travel to discuss changes to the route, pace, accommodation, experiences or travel dates.
Are international flights included?
No. International flights are not included in the tour price.
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