View allThis was a wonderful way to explore Sri Lanka. Despite a few areas for improvement, the strong itinerary made it a truly memorable experience.
Jessa Joyce, traveled in January
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- Apple Vacations Pvt Ltd
- Explorer
- Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Low Intensity
- Travelers can expect some light physical activities
- Guided in English
- Other languages on request: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian
- Group Size 1 - 99
- All Ages Welcome
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple
- Climb the Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress
- Witness a Kandy cultural dance show
- Ride the scenic train from Nanu Oya to Ella
- Go on a safari in Yala National Park
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Airport - Dambulla
- Day 2 Dambulla- Sigiriya - Kandy
- Day 3 Kandy - Nuwara Eliya
- Day 4 Nuwara Eliya - Ella
- Day 5 Ella - Yala - Colombo
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
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Number of tours
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Age Range
1 to 110 years old
Response time
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- Overall RatingExcellent
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- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- JSJessa Joyce· January 4th, 2026We had an amazing trip with Apple Vacations,...Show moreTrip date: December 2025
- Alex· January 1st, 2026We were only 2 participants. Not very logical program. I cannot understand how it is possible to do what was programmed for the day 5 in one day.But since we were only 2 people and Kitty the driver was very kind knowledgeable and responsible we could do the necessary adaptations. We skip the Little Adam's Peak and Yala Nat. Park (we did Mineria Elephant Park which was not included orriginally on the second day). Instead did a nice walking tour in Galle Dutch Fort along the very long drive from Ella to Colombo and even a short Colombo city tour at the end. These both should be included. The Alta Vista hotel in Ella looked to us very bad, so we changed to a better one ands got a small refund. Overall it was a splendid tour of a beutiful country due to the landscapes, friendly people and Kitty the driverShow moreTrip date: December 2025
- IAIsabelita· November 8th, 2025We joined this tour 22-26 November 2025. It was a good experience. The accomodations were excellent. Places and activities from Day 1 to day 3 were exhausting but exciting, especially the climb to Sigiriya rock. The driver assigned to us from Nuwara Eliya to Ella was not familiar with the tourist destinations, he kept on asking from the locals which way to take. We wasted time on the 4th day, waited for 3 hrs in the train station to Ella, missed lunch. The driver did not even offer to take us to a nearby resto. The 5th day was hectic: climbed Adams peak, to the 9 arch bridge then joined the safari. I rate safari 2.5/5 as there were very few animals. It was more of bumpy ride. Over-all, it was worth the money.Show moreTrip date: October 2025
- SCSuzette· November 6th, 2025My clients were very happy with this tour and specially their tour guide .Show moreTrip date: October 2025
- CWChristina· November 3rd, 2025Destinations well chosen. Krish was a calm driver and gave us many informations about Sri Lankan history and the places we visited. Excellent hotels various stylesShow moreTrip date: October 2025
- WWWendy· October 29th, 2025The tour was very nice overall but we did not enjoy the 3rd day. Gregory Lake was filtlhy and the train ride wasn't great since it was hours late (which is almost always the case) and there was a loud rude group on our train which made it hard to relax and enjoy the experience.Show moreTrip date: October 2025
- Simon· September 7th, 2025Good tour, takes you to lots of interesting places in Sri Lanka. I would've like to be in a van or bus with other tourists so there were others to talk to. That happened on the first day, but the remaining four days were only me and a driver, different driver each day. On the trip to Yala national park, the driver asked me for 42,000 rupees for entry, hire of jeep, and driver. I don't know if that was the correct price. I asked for a receipt but was not given one. Still, I enjoyed the 5 days.Show moreTrip date: August 2025
- LMLauren· August 10th, 2025Overall, my tour of Sri Lanka was a wonderful. There was beautiful scenery, amazing history, and a knowledgeable driver/guide. However, a few details did not match the itinerary provided. I was expecting a 2nd class train ticket but received a 3rd class ticket on the slow train, which made the 5+ hour journey to Ella very crowded and uncomfortable. In addition, we did not stop at Hanuman Hindu Temple, which had been listed as part of the tour. While I still enjoyed much of the trip (particularly Sigirya Rock and Dambulla Cave Temple), I would suggest confirming ticket classes and all planned stops in advance to ensure traveler expectations are met.Show moreTrip date: July 2025
- Inge· July 8th, 2025Automatic translation available in English. View in EnglishMy tour guide and driver was excellent. It couldn't have been better: friendly, helpful and competent, He could explain a lot and knew a lot. Simply great!!!Show moreTrip date: June 2025
- JSJacqueline· May 28th, 2025My trip to Sri Lanka was absolutely amazing! There was an endless array of sights and activities to dive into. My tour guide and driver was incredibly patient and understanding, making the whole experience even more enjoyable. I had the time of my life and can’t recommend this tour enough! The hotels were fantastic—no complaints at all! Just a heads up: if you prefer a warm room, don’t forget to pack some bug spray. Trust me, you won’t want to miss out on this adventure!Show more
Trip date: April 2025
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Allan
Asked on December 1st, 2025Is this a group tour? Are vegan options available (no meat/fish/dairy/eggs)? Are there any beaches visited during this tour? Is their pick-up and drop-off to Colombo Airport at the start and finish? Is the tour done in English?
Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written December 2025yes this is group tour. vegan oprions available. No didn't visit to beach. Yes. yes.
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Allan
Traveler•Written December 2025How many other people are currently on the tour? If the beach can be added in, would it be an extra day, or it would it be included in the existing itinerary?
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Allan
Traveler•Written December 2025What time pick-up is on the first day? What time drop-off is on the last day?
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written December 2025
This time you only. First day pick up time will be 7.00 a.m & drop will be 7 to 8 p.m in last day.
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written December 2025
Extra nights can be added and it would be included to after end of the tour, beach stays are suitable for after the tour.
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written December 2025
2 Pax booked this tour on feb 14 & 16. If you like you can book these dates.
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Theresa
Asked on November 14th, 2025I'm looking to book a small group multi-day tour for 2 people. I want to see some of the main tourist sites, take the train, and see elephants/safari.
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written November 2025
Perfect Tour plan, First day you are arriving at Evening that day you can stay at Negombo hotel & then you can go to Sigiriya. You will stay 6 Days: 01 Night Negombo, 01 Night Sigiriya, 01 Night Kandy, 01 Night Ella & 01 Night Colombo
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Anthony
Asked on October 8th, 2025What time the tour ends on Day 5 (Yala National Park), so that my guests can book the return flights appropriately
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written October 2025
return time to Colombo would be around $ 10.30pm
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Sally
Asked on September 21st, 2025How much walking is involved? My mom cannot do strenuous activities. I am really interested in the Yala national park, in particular the opportunity of seeing leopards. It feels a lot of activities are packed in the last day, are they all feasible while still enjoying the safari? Will all the activities be carried out as outlined in the itinerary? Or do you expect any change? Would it be possible eventually to add one last night on last day of the tour so we can leave the day after without stress?
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written September 2025
Everyday small walking is involved, but adventure activities can skip, all sights not must visited places, your mom can choose no issue at all. As per the tour plan on last day, you have chance to visit Yala park for half day only - around 03 hours inside the park. All the activities will be followed as per itinerary, but if it feel like adventure can skip no issue at all. Yes sure no issue at all, can add and customize as well, will be additionally charged.
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Sally
Traveler•Written September 2025I would love to join all the activities. If that is ok, my mom can decide in the moment and if it's too much effort maybe he can stay with the driver/wait by the car. Is that ok?
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written September 2025
Yes can do the all activities thats totally fine and yes thats fine mom can wait for you.
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Sally
Traveler•Written October 2025Can you confirm tour is available for our dates? Can I go ahead and pay? and then reserve my international flights? Is it ok for you to take us to the hotel instead of airport on the last day?
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written October 2025
Tour starts on 15th and ending on 19th. So you can book the flight as per that. Last day drop off time would be around 11.00pm. Dates are available for February.
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Peter
Asked on September 20th, 2025what is the earliet pick up schedule from airport as my flight land at 4:45 AM on the last my return flight is a 18:55 - what all places could be covered we are mother and daughter travelling - is it group tour or private?
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written September 2025
We can do the pick up at after 06.00am, Its suitable for as after landing emmigration and luggage to clear it would take around 01 hours, So around after 06.00am we can do the pick up at airport. As per original tour plan all the sights will be covered and on last day Yala would have to Skip. As your flight by Evening, So have to be ariport bit earlier. Its group tour , even no one join untill last minute, we will proceed the tour.
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Irene
Asked on September 15th, 2025Is the hotel room private or sharing? Is it possible to join the tour myself? How many people are in this group? Where are the guides from?
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written September 2025
Private room. Yes you can join the tour. Currently no one starting on 6th but on 5th there are 2 people. Guides are local.
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Susan
Asked on September 13th, 2025I would like to request the amount in USD for this trip. A small group is perfectly fine with me, but accommodation for one person per night throughout the trip. I will be able to provide the exact start date later, but I will be traveling to the country in early October.
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written September 2025
For one person rate is USD 870, you will be getting a single room for that rate. Yes group size is depends some times you have to go alone or sometimes with small group.
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Dana
Asked on September 8th, 2025Is there any tour package option that fit our dates? We would like the focus to be on nature.
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Dana
Traveler•Written September 2025Which hotels will we stay? Since we are 2 together and stay in the same room, the cost per person wouldn't be less? Thanks
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written September 2025
For two person you can choose the double room option and do the booking. Hotel preferance are below: Sigiriya - Kassapa lion rock or similar hotel, Kandy - Topaz or similar hotel, Ella - 88th Ella or similar hotel, Colombo - Pegasus reef or similar hotel
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written September 2025
2 Pax Travelling – USD 1100 for a 01 Double Room
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Kristin
Asked on August 4th, 2025If we arrive at the airport at 12.50pm on day 1 of the tour, will we miss day 1 of the activities? Or just catch up
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written August 2025
Yes, they are will be small delays on the tour and in this case we can start the tour by next day better or we can slightly do the small changes and maintain the same tour.
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Sandy
Asked on July 17th, 2025Do you know what hotels are included in the tour. If so, please share so we may review beforehand? can we decide on the star status of hotel (3, 4, 5 star hotels)?
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Sandy
Traveler•Written July 2025Do you know what hotels are included in the tour. What about the driver's meals?
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written July 2025
All the hotels are 4 star and Ella only boutique hotel. Dambulla - Kassapa lion rock or similar. Kandy - Topaz or similar hotel. Nuwara Eliya - Mirage kings cottage or similar hotel. Ella - 88th Ela or similar hotel. All rooms are deluxe category, which is basic.
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written July 2025
All driver related payment no need to pay, Eg- driver accommodation, meals, highway toll charges, all we will be looking after.
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Sandy
Traveler•Written July 2025What is the duration and cost for an itinerary from Colombo to Kandy, Ella, Yala, Dickwella, Mirisa, Unawatuna, Galle, and back to Colombo?
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written July 2025
For above plan cost is $ 1280 for two persons, early confirmation can secure the best rooms.
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Sandy
Traveler•Written July 2025Does this price include tour costs or will that be separate? Are the optional extras based on time?
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written July 2025
That's including tour cost. Optional activities depend on extra time in Ella. Falls out driver will drop you on the way to Yala. Rock climbing vehicle will take you until our vehicle parking area.
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Sandy
Traveler•Written July 2025Is the train from Kandy to Ella really 7 hours long? Are there shorter train routes?
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written July 2025
Yes, there is another short train ride. We try to offer the best short train ride. The exact timing is not confirmed as trains are still operating on a manual system.
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