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41 Explorer Chauffeur Drive 12 Days - Expedition

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🌿 Explorer Package
Up to 2 travelers · vehicle + chauffeur
Package Includes
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle (Toyota KDH or similar)
  • English-speaking chauffeur guide
  • All fuel, parking, highway charges, bottled water & insurance
  • Airport pickup, drop-off, and arrival assistance
  • First aid kit in the vehicle
  • 24/7 local support in Sri Lanka
  • Valid for up to 2 travelers
  • All government taxes included
Package Excludes
  • International airfare and Sri Lankan visa (assistance available)
  • Hotel accommodation, meals, and beverages
  • Tips and gratuities for guides & drivers
  • Early check-in / late check-out charges
  • Entrance fees, site guide fees, jeep safari charges
  • Video/camera permit fees & optional activities
  • Beach & water activities, spa, hot air balloon, shopping
  • Alcoholic beverages & private dining experiences
  • Any services not mentioned in “Inclusions”
Main Inclusives

Private air-conditioned vehicle (Toyota KDH)

English-speaking chauffeur guide / driver

All fuel, parking, and highway charges included

Bottled water & insurance included

Airport pickup, drop-off, and arrival assistance

🏛️ Classic Package
3★ hotels · Half Board + entrance fees
Package Includes
  • Private A/C vehicle (Toyota KDH or similar)
  • Professional English-speaking chauffeur guide/driver
  • 3★ hotel accommodation with breakfast & dinner (Half Board)
  • Airport pickup, drop-off & arrival assistance
  • Entrance fees for all listed attractions
  • Fuel, parking, highway charges, bottled water & vehicle insurance
  • First aid kit & 24/7 local support
  • All applicable government taxes
Package Excludes
  • International airfare & Sri Lankan visa (assistance available)
  • Tips & gratuities for guides/drivers
  • Early check-in / late check-out charges
  • Video & camera permit fees
  • Optional activities (safaris, cooking classes, cycling tours)
  • Beach & water activities, spa, hot air balloon rides
  • Shopping & personal purchases, alcoholic beverages
  • Private dining, camping, licensed local guides (unless specified)
  • Any services not mentioned in “Inclusions”
Main Inclusives

3★ hotel accommodation

Breakfast & Dinner (Half Board)

Private air-conditioned vehicle (Toyota KDH)

English-speaking chauffeur guide

All fuel, parking, and highway charges included

Bottled water & insurance included

Airport pickup, drop-off, and arrival assistance

✨ Signature Package
4★/5★ · Lunch + jeep safaris & entrance fees
Package Includes
  • Private A/C vehicle (Toyota KDH or similar)
  • Professional English-speaking chauffeur guide/driver
  • 5★ or 4★ hotel accommodation with breakfast & dinner (Half Board)
  • Lunch at selected restaurants
  • All entrance fees & private jeep safaris
  • Airport pickup, drop-off, arrival assistance
  • 24/7 on-ground assistance from Sri Lanka office
  • Bottled drinking water, fuel, parking, highway charges & vehicle insurance
  • First aid kit, all government taxes, valid up to 2 travelers
Package Excludes
  • International airfare & Sri Lankan visa (assistance available)
  • Tips & gratuities for guides/drivers/staff
  • Early check-in / late check-out charges
  • Video & camera permit fees
  • Beach & water activities (whale watching, diving, surfing, boat rides)
  • Spa, massage, Ayurvedic treatments, hot air balloon rides
  • Shopping expenses, alcoholic beverages
  • Private dining, camping, licensed local guides (unless specified)
  • Any services not mentioned in “Main Activities”, any activity with ***
Main Inclusives

5★ / 4★ hotel accommodation

Breakfast & Dinner (Half Board)

Private air-conditioned vehicle (Toyota KDH)

English-speaking chauffeur guide

All fuel, parking, and highway charges included

Bottled water & insurance included

Airport pickup, drop-off, and arrival assistance

💎 Prestige Package
Luxury 5★ · all activities + wellness & water sports
Package Includes
  • Luxury 5★ accommodation on Half Board (Dinner & Breakfast)
  • Private air-conditioned luxury vehicle (Toyota KDH or similar)
  • Professional English-speaking chauffeur guide/driver with bata
  • Lunch at premium restaurants in major cities
  • All entrance fees & private site guides when needed
  • Private jeep safaris
  • Beach & water activities: whale watching (shared boat), surfing, snorkeling
  • Adventure: Ella excursions & Bentota water sports (3 sports each)
  • Wellness: spa, massage, yoga sessions & Ayurvedic treatments at selected places
  • Cultural: cycling site tours, village visits & cooking classes
  • Licensed local guides at key historic attractions
  • Airport pickup/drop-off, 24/7 support, bottled water, fuel, parking, insurance, first aid, taxes
Package Excludes
  • International airfare & Sri Lankan visa (assistance upon request)
  • Tips & gratuities
  • Early check-in / late check-out
  • Video & camera permit fees at attractions
  • Shopping expenses, hotel purchases
  • Hot air balloon rides
  • Alcoholic beverages & private wildlife camping / campfire / beachside private dining
  • Any services not mentioned in “Inclusions” section & anything with ***
Main Inclusives

5★ luxury hotel accommodation

Breakfast & Dinner (Half Board)

Private air-conditioned luxury vehicle

English-speaking chauffeur guide / driver

Private jeep safaris / private site guides

Cycling site tours / village visits / cooking lessons

👑 Royal Package
Ultra Luxury 5★ · scuba diving, deep fishing & private safaris
Package Includes
  • Ultra Luxury 5★ accommodation on Half Board (Dinner & Breakfast)
  • Private A/C vehicle (Toyota KDH or similar)
  • Professional English-speaking chauffeur guide/driver
  • Lunch at premium restaurants in major cities
  • Wellness: 60 min Head & Shoulder massage session included in selected hotels
  • Whale watching (shared boat, small group) – private cruises upgrade available
  • Private jeep safaris, Scuba diving, deep water fishing
  • All entrance fees & private site guides when needed
  • Adventure: Ella excursions & water activities/sports (up to 5 activities)
  • Cultural: Yoga sessions, cycling tours, village visits & cooking classes
  • River safaris & lagoon safaris
  • Licensed local guides at key historic sites
  • Airport pickup/drop-off, 24/7 support, bottled water, fuel, parking, insurance, first aid, taxes
  • Rates for two guests (double occupancy) – custom quote for 3+ pax
Package Excludes
  • International airfare & Sri Lankan visa (assistance available)
  • Tips & gratuities for guides/drivers/staff
  • Early check-in & late check-out
  • Video/camera permit fees, shopping expenses, alcoholic beverages
  • Hot air balloon rides
  • Other massage/spa/Ayurvedic sessions above Head, Shoulder & Back package
  • Any services not mentioned under “Inclusions”, anything with *** sign
  • Activities not utilized during itinerary are non-refundable
Main Inclusives

Ultra luxury 5★ hotel accommodation

Breakfast & Dinner (Half Board)

Lunch at premium places

Private air-conditioned luxury vehicle

English-speaking chauffeur guide / driver

Day 1 - Airport ? Sigiriya

Description:
Focus: Iconic / Relaxed Arrival. Experience: Meet and greet on arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport - 30 mins. Scenic drive to Sigiriya / Habarana - 4.5-5 hrs. Comfort refreshment stop en route - 20 mins. Relaxing evening at the hotel or explore the peaceful village surroundings - 1-2 hrs.
Focus:
Iconic / Relaxed Arrival
Experiences
  • Meet and greet on arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport - 30 mins
  • Scenic drive to Sigiriya / Habarana - 4.5-5 hrs
  • Comfort refreshment stop en route - 20 mins
  • Relaxing evening at the hotel or explore the peaceful village surroundings - 1-2 hrs
Optional Activities:
  • Short village walk
  • Sunset view from Pidurangala Rock (if time permits)
  • Pool & leisure time
  • Ayurvedic spa session***
Day 2 - Sigiriya

Description:
Focus: Iconic / Village Life / Wildlife. Experience: Climb the iconic 1500-1600 years old Sigiriya Rock Fortress (UNESCO) - 2.5-3 hrs. Visit the Sigiriya Museum to discover the history of the ancient kingdom - 30 mins. Enjoy a complimentary Ayurvedic massage or spa experience - 1 hr. Traditional village lunch with an organic cooking experience. Village tour with bullock cart ride, catamaran boat ride, village lunch- 1.5-2 hrs. Jeep safari at Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park: Famous for elephant gatherings (seasonal: Aug-Oct) - 3-3.5 hrs.
Focus:
Iconic / Village Life / Wildlife
Experiences
  • Climb the iconic 1500-1600 years old Sigiriya Rock Fortress (UNESCO) - 2.5-3 hrs
  • Visit the Sigiriya Museum to discover the history of the ancient kingdom - 30 mins
  • Enjoy a complimentary Ayurvedic massage or spa experience - 1 hr
  • Traditional village lunch with an organic cooking experience
  • Village tour with bullock cart ride, catamaran boat ride, village lunch- 1.5-2 hrs
  • Jeep safari at Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park: Famous for elephant gatherings (seasonal: Aug-Oct) - 3-3.5 hrs
Optional Activities:
  • Pidurangala Rock hike (sunrise/sunset)
  • Cycling around village tanks***
  • Bird watching
Day 3 - Sigiriya ? Polonnaruwa ? Kandy

Description:
Focus: Ancient Kingdoms / Cultural Capital. Experience: Drive to the ancient city of Polonnaruwa - 1.5 hrs. Explore the UNESCO-listed Polonnaruwa Ancient City - 2.5-3 hrs. Lunch break and leisure time - 1 hr. Scenic drive to the hill capital of Kandy - 3-3.5 hrs. Enjoy a traditional cultural dance performance at Kandy Lake Club - 1 hr ?. Kandy View Point (night city view & photos) - 15-20 mins.
Focus:
Ancient Kingdoms / Cultural Capital
Experiences
  • Drive to the ancient city of Polonnaruwa - 1.5 hrs
  • Explore the UNESCO-listed Polonnaruwa Ancient City - 2.5-3 hrs
  • Lunch break and leisure time - 1 hr
  • Scenic drive to the hill capital of Kandy - 3-3.5 hrs
  • Enjoy a traditional cultural dance performance at Kandy Lake Club - 1 hr ?
  • Kandy View Point (night city view & photos) - 15-20 mins
Optional Activities:
  • Cycling tour inside Polonnaruwa ruins***
  • Spice garden visit en route***
  • Evening city walk
Day 4 - Kandy

Description:
Focus: Culture / Heritage / Nature. Experience: Visit the sacred Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic - 1.5 hrs. Relaxed walk around Kandy Lake - 30-40 mins. Explore the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens - 1.5 hrs. Explore Kandy city surroundings - 45 mins. International Buddhist Museum - 45 mins. Kandy View Point (night city view & photos) - 15-20 mins.
Focus:
Culture / Heritage / Nature
Experiences
  • Visit the sacred Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic - 1.5 hrs
  • Relaxed walk around Kandy Lake - 30-40 mins
  • Explore the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens - 1.5 hrs
  • Explore Kandy city surroundings - 45 mins
  • International Buddhist Museum - 45 mins
  • Kandy View Point (night city view & photos) - 15-20 mins
Optional Activities:
  • Upper Lake Drive
  • The Ceylon Tea Museum: A former tea factory which was originally constructed in 1925
  • Ayurvedic massage***
  • Gem, Batik clothing & handicraft shopping***
  • Elephant Orphanage in Pinnawala: Home for 70-100 elephants
Day 5 - Kandy ? Nuwara Eliya

Description:
Focus: Hill Country / Scenic Landscapes & Nature. Experience: Scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya through lush tea plantations - 3-3.5 hrs. Guided tour and testing of the Damro Labookellie Tea Factory - 45 mins. Beautiful stop at Ramboda Waterfall - 20 mins. Relax by the picturesque Gregory Lake Park - 45 mins. Evening walk in Nuwara Eliya town - 45 mins.
Focus:
Hill Country / Scenic Landscapes & Nature
Experiences
  • Scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya through lush tea plantations - 3-3.5 hrs
  • Guided tour and testing of the Damro Labookellie Tea Factory - 45 mins
  • Beautiful stop at Ramboda Waterfall - 20 mins
  • Relax by the picturesque Gregory Lake Park - 45 mins
  • Evening walk in Nuwara Eliya town - 45 mins
Optional Activities:
  • Colonial caf� hopping***
  • Boat riding/ sports jetski riding in Gregory Lake***
  • High tea experience in a 5 star hotel***
  • Strawberry farm visit (seasonal: from October to May)
  • Horse riding at Gregory Park***
Day 6 - Nuwara Eliya

Description:
Focus: Iconic Hill Country. Experience: Visit Hakgala Botanical Garden - 1-1.5 hrs. Visit Seetha Amman Kovil - 20-30 mins. Enjoy the Moon Plains jeep safari for 6200 feet above sea level 360-degree panoramic view - 1.5 hrs. Nuwara Eliya town exploration (Little England) - 45 mins.
Focus:
Iconic Hill Country
Experiences
  • Visit Hakgala Botanical Garden - 1-1.5 hrs
  • Visit Seetha Amman Kovil - 20-30 mins
  • Enjoy the Moon Plains jeep safari for 6200 feet above sea level 360-degree panoramic view - 1.5 hrs
  • Nuwara Eliya town exploration (Little England) - 45 mins
Optional Activities:
  • Victoria Park
  • Lover�s Leap Waterfall hike
  • Golf course heritage walk
  • Sunrise photography tour***
Day 7 - Nuwara Eliya ? Ella

Description:
Focus: Iconic Landscape / Scenic Hill Country Journey. Experience: Scenic drive or train journey to the charming hill town of Ella - 3-4 hrs. Visit the iconic Nine Arch Bridge - 30 mins. Explore scenic Ella town with a relaxing walk and caf stops - 45 mins. Hike to the summit of Little Adams Peak - 1-2 hrs round trip. Discover the art of Organic Tea Making in a tea estate - 2 hr practical session at a tea garden with hands on experience. Relax and enjoy the breathtaking mountain views - 1-2 hrs ?.
Focus:
Iconic Landscape / Scenic Hill Country Journey
Experiences
  • Scenic drive or train journey to the charming hill town of Ella - 3-4 hrs
  • Visit the iconic Nine Arch Bridge - 30 mins
  • Explore scenic Ella town with a relaxing walk and caf� stops - 45 mins
  • Hike to the summit of Little Adam�s Peak - 1-2 hrs round trip
  • Discover the art of Organic Tea Making in a tea estate - 2 hr practical session at a tea garden with hands on experience
  • Relax and enjoy the breathtaking mountain views - 1-2 hrs ?
Optional Activities:
  • Ella Rock trek
  • Adventurous activities in Ella*** - Mega Zip Line, ATV ride, Swing ride, Abseiling: Approx. $150pp
  • Waterfall visits
Day 8 - Ella ? Yala ? Mirissa

Description:
Focus: Wildlife adventure / Beach relaxation. Experience: Drive from Ella to Yala - 2.5-3 hrs. Lunch & rest - 1 hr. Afternoon private jeep safari at Yala National Park - 3-4 hrs (Leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles & birdlife). Drive to Mirissa / Unawatuna / Galle - 2.5-3 hrs. Beach sunset walk while relaxing on the beach.
Focus:
Wildlife adventure / Beach relaxation
Experiences
  • Drive from Ella to Yala - 2.5-3 hrs
  • Lunch & rest - 1 hr
  • Afternoon private jeep safari at Yala National Park - 3-4 hrs (Leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles & birdlife)
  • Drive to Mirissa / Unawatuna / Galle - 2.5-3 hrs
  • Beach sunset walk while relaxing on the beach
Optional Activities:
  • Nature walks around buffer zone
  • Bird watching
  • Campfire experience ***
Day 9 - Yala ? Mirissa

Description:
Focus: Wildlife / Beach Transition. Experience: Morning leisure OR second safari at Yala National Park - 3-4 hrs (Leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles & birdlife) - 2-3 hrs. Drive to Mirissa - 3.5-4 hrs. Beach relaxation, swimming, or water activities - 2 hrs. Photo stop at the famous Coconut Tree Hill viewpoint - 20 mins. Beach sunset walk while relaxing on the beach.
Focus:
Wildlife / Beach Transition
Experiences
  • Morning leisure OR second safari at Yala National Park - 3-4 hrs (Leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles & birdlife) - 2-3 hrs
  • Drive to Mirissa - 3.5-4 hrs
  • Beach relaxation, swimming, or water activities - 2 hrs
  • Photo stop at the famous Coconut Tree Hill viewpoint - 20 mins
  • Beach sunset walk while relaxing on the beach
Optional Activities:
  • Snorkeling (seasonal: best from November to April)*** - Approx. $40-$60pp
  • Scuba diving (seasonal: best from November to April)*** - Approx. $120-140pp
  • Spa & wellness ***
  • Beachside dining ***
Day 10 - Mirissa ? Unawatuna / Galle

Description:
Focus: Seaside / Colonial Heritage. Experience: Leisure morning in Mirissa. Drive to Galle / Unawatuna - 1.5 hrs. Explore the 430 years old Galle Fort (UNESCO) - 1.5-2 hrs. Stroll along the ancient ramparts & picturesque colonial streets - 45 mins. Visit the historic Dutch Reformed Church, dating back to 1755 - 15 mins. Sea turtle hatchery visit. Unawatuna Beach leisure and sunset.
Focus:
Seaside / Colonial Heritage
Experiences
  • Leisure morning in Mirissa
  • Drive to Galle / Unawatuna - 1.5 hrs
  • Explore the 430 years old Galle Fort (UNESCO) - 1.5-2 hrs
  • Stroll along the ancient ramparts & picturesque colonial streets - 45 mins
  • Visit the historic Dutch Reformed Church, dating back to 1755 - 15 mins
  • Sea turtle hatchery visit
  • Unawatuna Beach leisure and sunset
Optional Activities:
  • Optional Whale Watching *** (seasonal: best from November to April) - 3 - 4 hrs / Approx. $50 - $100 per person
  • Snorkeling (seasonal: best from November to April)*** - Approx. $40-$60pp
  • Scuba diving (seasonal: best from November to April)*** - Approx. $120-140pp
  • Sunset rampart walk
  • Beach and water activities***
Day 11 - Unawatuna / Galle ? Bentota ? Colombo

Description:
Focus: Seaside relaxation / Modern City. Experience: Drive to Bentota - 2-2.5 hrs. Bentota Beach leisure - 1.5-2 hrs. Optional Madu River Boat Safari - 1-1.5 hrs. Drive to Colombo - 1.5-2 hrs. Experience a complementary Japanese massage in Colombo - 60 - 90 mins per person. Colombo City Tour: Gangaramaya Temple - 45 mins. Independence Square - 20 mins. Old Parliament & Fort district - 20 mins. Galle Face Green seaside promenade - 30 mins. National Museum - 1 hr.
Focus:
Seaside relaxation / Modern City
Experiences
  • Drive to Bentota - 2-2.5 hrs
  • Bentota Beach leisure - 1.5-2 hrs
  • Optional Madu River Boat Safari - 1-1.5 hrs
  • Drive to Colombo - 1.5-2 hrs
  • Experience a complementary Japanese massage in Colombo - 60 - 90 mins per person
  • Gangaramaya Temple - 45 mins
  • Independence Square - 20 mins
  • Old Parliament & Fort district - 20 mins
  • Galle Face Green seaside promenade - 30 mins
Optional Activities:
  • Water sports ***
  • Snorkeling (seasonal: best from November to April)***
  • Shopping at One Galle Face Mall or Colombo City Centre ***
  • Rooftop dining and nightlife ***
  • National Museum visit
Day 12 - Colombo ? Airport

Description:
Focus: Departure. Experience: Colombo city highlights / shopping - 2-3 hrs. Drive to Bandaranaike International Airport - 45 mins-1 hr. Airport drop-off as per flight schedule.
Focus:
Departure
Experiences
  • Colombo city highlights / shopping - 2-3 hrs
  • Drive to Bandaranaike International Airport - 45 mins-1 hr
  • Airport drop-off as per flight schedule
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