Day 1· Airport → Galle
Arrive to Galle Fort
Straight down the expressway to the Dutch fort — sunset on the ramparts.
Rampart walkOld town dinner
Stay: Boutique · Galle Fort
Sri Lanka · Private tour
Coastal Escape
Sun, surf and colonial charm along the south coast.
Duration
5 Nights / 6 Days
Stops
4 places
Group
2–6 guests
Rated
4.8 (96)
Overview
An unforgettable route across the island
Six sun-drenched days along Sri Lanka's finest coastline — Dutch forts, surf breaks, whale watching and quiet golden beaches.
Sunset walk on Galle Fort ramparts
Blue whale watching in Mirissa
Surf lessons at Weligama Bay
Empty beaches of Tangalle
Day by day
Your itinerary
6 thoughtfully paced days across Sri Lanka — and every day is yours to change.
Flexible itinerary — customise any day
Route map
Where you'll travel
- 1Day 1Colombo Airport (CMB)
- 2Day 1–3Galle
- 3Day 3–4Mirissa
- 4Day 4–5Weligama
- 5Day 5–6Tangalle
- 6Day 6Colombo Airport (CMB)
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- 2Day 2· Galle
Fort life & lighthouse
Slow morning in the colonial quarter, afternoon by the pool.
Galle museumLighthouse sunsetStay: Boutique · Galle Fort - 3Day 3· Galle → Mirissa
Whales of Mirissa
Early boat out to spot blue whales, afternoon on Coconut Tree Hill.
Whale watchingCoconut Tree HillStay: Beach hotel · Mirissa - 4Day 4· Mirissa → Weligama
Surf at Weligama
Morning surf lesson at the softest wave on the coast.
Surf lessonStilt fishermen at sunsetStay: Surf lodge · Weligama - 5Day 5· Weligama → Tangalle
Quiet Tangalle
Head east to empty golden beaches and swaying palms.
Beach timeRekawa turtle beachStay: Beach villa · Tangalle - 6Day 6· Tangalle → Airport
Coast home
Coastal drive back to Colombo airport.
Scenic driveAirport drop
100% customisable
Customise this tour Make this itinerary your own
This is a private tour, never a fixed group departure. Add or drop days, swap destinations, change hotel standards, add a safari or extra beach nights, slow the pace for family travel, or match everything to your flight dates. Tell us what you'd like and we rebuild the route around you — at no extra planning cost.
What's included
Everything, sorted
- 5 nights beachfront stays
- Private chauffeur-guide
- Daily breakfast
- Whale watching & surf lesson
Not included
A few extras
- Flights
- Lunches & dinners
- Spa treatments
- Personal expenses
Your vehicle
Choose from our fleet
This tour is private — pick the vehicle that fits your group, with a licensed driver guide included.
Toyota Prius
2 seater
Toyota KDH
6 seater
KDH High Roof
10 seater
Toyota Coaster
16 seater
Good to know
Coastal Escape questions
Everything travellers ask us before booking this Sri Lanka itinerary.
How long is the Coastal Escape tour?
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Coastal Escape runs for 5 Nights / 6 Days (6 days) and covers Galle, Mirissa, Weligama, Tangalle. Because every departure is private, we can shorten or extend the itinerary to match your flight dates.
Is a private driver guide included?
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Yes. Every Ceylon Bound Holidays & Tours tour includes a licensed, English-speaking Sri Lankan driver guide and a private air-conditioned vehicle from our own fleet — a Toyota Prius (2 guests), KDH van (6), KDH High Roof (14) or Coaster (20).
Where does the tour start and finish?
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We start with a complimentary pick-up from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) in Colombo, or from any hotel on the island, and finish with a drop-off wherever suits your onward travel.
What is the best time of year for this Sri Lanka tour?
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Sri Lanka has two monsoons, so there is always a dry coast. December to April suits the west and south coast and the cultural triangle; May to September suits the east coast and Trincomalee. The hill country on this route is pleasant year-round.
How much does the Coastal Escape tour cost?
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From $1,120 per person, based on two travellers sharing. The final quote depends on your hotel standard, travel dates and group size — send an enquiry and we reply with a full itinerary and price within 24 hours.
Can the itinerary be customised?
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Yes. This is a private tour, not a fixed group departure. Add a Yala or Udawalawe safari, extra beach nights, a honeymoon upgrade or family-friendly pacing and we rebuild the route around you.
What is the cancellation policy?
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Free cancellation up to 30 days before departure. Full details are on our cancellation policy page.
Do I need a visa to visit Sri Lanka?
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Most visitors need an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) before arrival. It is applied for online and is usually approved within 24–48 hours. Our Sri Lanka visa guide walks through it step by step.
Still deciding? Ask us anything about this tour or read our cancellation policy.
Ready when you are
Let's plan your Coastal Escape
Talk to a Sri Lanka specialist — we'll tailor this itinerary to your dates, pace and interests.
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