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Private Guided Sri Lanka Tours & Trips

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Central Sri Lanka Explorer with Whale-Watching
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By Odynovo
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
They are able to handcraft custom trip plans in over 70 different destinations worldwide.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Colombo, Kandy, Negombo, Sigiriya

Highlights

  • Explore the Abhayagiri Monastery Complex, a testament to the grandeur of ancient Ceylon's civilization.
  • Embark on a thrilling adventure in the deep blue sea to witness majestic whales.
  • Ascend Sigiriya's Lion Rock for panoramic views and admire its ancient frescoes.
  • Visit Kandy’s Temple of the Tooth Relic, a spiritual and cultural marvel.
  • Relax on Negombo's serene shores, enjoying leisure time by the tranquil Indian Ocean.

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"I didn’t take this tour exactly, but made some changes based on my schedule and interests and travel dates. It was my first time in Southeast Asia and I was a traveling solo female. Liz my trip consultant and contact person was so helpful and responsive to any and all my concerns and questions. It was a trip of a lifetime. I can not gush enough about the itinerary and experiences. I am completely impressed with is company and this person. Ya ya in Chang Mai and Sam in Bangkok are top notch guides. The diving in Phuket was arranged with Siam diving, a small private boat not an over stuffed crowded one. It felt like we were the only people in the ocean. Goo, GO, GO!!!!"

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Sri Lanka: Culture, Wildlife and Beach Holiday
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By Odynovo
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
They are able to handcraft custom trip plans in over 70 different destinations worldwide.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Colombo, Dambulla, Hikkaduwa, Kandy, Negombo, Nuwara Eliya, Sigiriya, Yala National Park

Highlights

  • See a breathtaking view after climbing to the top of the iconic Lion Rock
  • Admire the paintings and statues in the Dambulla Cave Temple
  • Visit the beautiful Royal Botanical Garden of Peradeniya
  • Enjoy a scenic train tour to Nuwara Eliya
  • Trekking in the Horton Plains National Park
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Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly, High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Photography

What travelers are saying

"I didn’t take this tour exactly, but made some changes based on my schedule and interests and travel dates. It was my first time in Southeast Asia and I was a traveling solo female. Liz my trip consultant and contact person was so helpful and responsive to any and all my concerns and questions. It was a trip of a lifetime. I can not gush enough about the itinerary and experiences. I am completely impressed with is company and this person. Ya ya in Chang Mai and Sam in Bangkok are top notch guides. The diving in Phuket was arranged with Siam diving, a small private boat not an over stuffed crowded one. It felt like we were the only people in the ocean. Goo, GO, GO!!!!"

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Sri Lanka Wildlife Adventure Expedition
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By Odynovo
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
They are able to handcraft custom trip plans in over 70 different destinations worldwide.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bentota, Colombo, Horton Plains National Park, Kelani River, Kitulgala, Mirissa, Nuwara Eliya, Udawalawe, Yala, Yala National Park

Highlights

  • Navigate the Kelani River by canoe and trek through the rainforest for birdwatching
  • Explore the UNESCO-listed Horton Plains National Park, starting your hike at dawn.
  • Take a morning jeep safari in Udawalawe to witness elephants and diverse wildlife.
  • Set sail on the deep blue sea for an awe-inspiring whale-watching tour in Mirissa.
  • Embark on a full-day jeep safari in Yala National Park for a chance to spot leopards.

Themes

Birding, Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"I didn’t take this tour exactly, but made some changes based on my schedule and interests and travel dates. It was my first time in Southeast Asia and I was a traveling solo female. Liz my trip consultant and contact person was so helpful and responsive to any and all my concerns and questions. It was a trip of a lifetime. I can not gush enough about the itinerary and experiences. I am completely impressed with is company and this person. Ya ya in Chang Mai and Sam in Bangkok are top notch guides. The diving in Phuket was arranged with Siam diving, a small private boat not an over stuffed crowded one. It felt like we were the only people in the ocean. Goo, GO, GO!!!!"

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Sri Lanka's wildlife highlights
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"It's hard to describe how lucky we are to have been able to work with Stephanie in planning our honeymoon to Japan. From the very beginning, Stephanie was friendly, flexible, and an absolute wealth of knowledge. We had several meetings with her leading up to our trip to come up with the perfect itinerary. Throughout this, Stephanie was mindful of our budget, without sacrificing anything. During our trip, Audley was available at all hours to help with anything and everything which was such a relief to know we had that resource available to us. I truly cannot imagine having planned this trip without all of Stephanie's guidance and knowledge- and cannot imagine taking another big trip like this without the help of Audley. Thank you again!"

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Southern India and Sri Lanka Intensive Tour
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5/5 Excellent
24 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Abu Simbel, Kochi, Mumbai

Highlights

  • Explore Mumbai, the heart of the Hindi-language Bollywood film industry;
  • Visit Aurangabad, the Ajanta Caves and Ellora Caves;
  • Watch Kerala’s ancient performing art - Kathakali dance show in Kochi;
  • Enjoy Backwaters cruise;
  • Transfer to Sri Lanka to take a bite of this black tea kingdom.
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Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Transformative, Photography

What travelers are saying

"DO NOT BOOK WITH THIS COMPANY!!!! They SCAMMED ME AND MY FAMILY OUT OF 5,000 US Dollars!!!"

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The Human Journey: Tracing Legendary Peoples & Sacred Places
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3.5/5 Great
30 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Addis Ababa, Bagan, Etosha National Park, Gobi Desert, Jerusalem, Lake Inle, Lalibela, London, Rangoon, Shwedagon Pagoda, Tbilisi, Tel Aviv, Ulaanbaatar, Yangon

Highlights

  • See the world withNational Geographic Explorer-in-ResidenceDr. Spencer Wells
  • Travel in a privateBoeing 757 jet
  • Go off the beaten path to discover some of the most incrediblelegacies of legendary civilizations
  • Enjoy a private tour of theGeorgian National Museum
  • Explore thevibrant bazaars ofSamarqand inUzbekistan
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Holy Land

What travelers are saying

"We booked a National Geographic expedition Holland and Belgium by River. The promotional literature promised a 14-day deposit refund window. The “invoice” was marked “non-refundable” deposit. We completed the National Geographic Traveler Information. About 8 days later we received the “Travel Agreement” to be signed. We both approved and signed the National Geographic documents. A Cruise Line Travel agreement was enclosed but had no signature line. This document contained language which was unacceptable. We submitted the signed NatGeo documents. The following day we canceled the trip due to the unacceptable Cruise Line language. Cancellation was made 12 days after booking and no deposit was returned. We were told on the phone that the refund deadline was triggered by the 14 day window OR signatures on the Travel Agreement which ever came first. This was NEW information. To date, we have received NO refund of our $1000. We cancelled our trip within the advertised 14 day window."

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Sri Lanka and South India: Architecture, Animals, Arts and Ambiance
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Chennai, Kochi

Highlights

  • Visit Sigiriya
  • Explore Minneriya National Park
  • See Kandy's Temple of the Tooth
  • Explore Chennai
  • Visit Madurai's Minakshi Temple
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel, Education / Learning, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"It is a difficult job to make everybody happy all of the time, but you ladies do a superb job. We were definitely off the beaten path, and when following that path there are sometimes unexpected surprises, but every bump was handled beautifully."

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Amazing Sri Lanka Sightseeing Tour Package
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5/5 Excellent
2 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
  • Enjoy the experience of climbing 1,200 steps that lead to the top of Sigiriya Rock Fortress
  • Visit Kandy Lake, Tooth Relic, Botanical Garden, Ramboda Water Falls, Boat Trip, Gregory Lake, Tea Estates, Turtle Hatchery

Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly, Religious

What travelers are saying

"Pothigai has made a good hotel arrangement and Good cab service for the tours. We really enjoyed the tour and Guide is so flexible. Sri Lanka locations are beautiful especially madhu river boating, whale watching and dambulla cave temple etc., We appreciate pothigai guys for the excellent arrangement"

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