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Sri Lanka
A Tapestry of Culture, Nature & Coastal Beauty

Begin your journey in Colombo, a vibrant blend of modern life and colonial charm. Discover the spiritual heart of the island in Kandy, home to the sacred Temple of the Tooth. Breathe in the cool mountain air of Nuwara Eliya, with its lush tea gardens and serene landscapes. Let Ella enchant you with its misty hills and iconic Nine Arches Bridge. Embark on a thrilling safari in Yala, where leopards roam free. Unwind on the sun-kissed shores of Bentota, and soak in the timeless allure of Galle’s historic fort.

From mountains to mangroves, temples to tea trails — Sri Lanka promises a journey like no other.

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Below is an itinerary for reference. The program can be customised based on request.​

COLOMBO - KANDY - NUWARA ELIYA - ELLA - YALLA - GALLE - BENTOTA - COLOMBO

12 NIGHTS / 13 DAYS

 

 

DAY 1 : AIRPORT – COLOMBO  /  40KMS  /  40 MINUTES+

 

After the immigration and Migration clearance at the counter you will be Welcome by our Representative at the Arrival Lounge. You will be escorted to Colombo.

Colombo (derived from Sinhalese name Kola-amba-thota which means "mango harbour", altered by the Portuguese to honor Christopher Columbus), is the cultural capital and largest city and commercial center of Sri Lanka. (The new administrative capital of Sri Lanka is Sri Jayawardenepura-Kotte.) 

Today’s Highlights (Included with entrance fees):  

Colombo City and Shopping tour with Panchamuga Anjaneyar, Vibhishan Temple, Town Hall, Galle Face Green, Independence Memorial Hall, Race Course Ground, Viharamahadevi Park, and the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall, Old and New Parliament houses.

Optional Costs Per Person: Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple(US$02), Lotus Tower(US$20), Night life in Colombo

 

Overnight stay at Colombo.

DAY 2 : COLOMBO – KANDY / 110KMS/ 04 HOURS+

Breakfast at the hotel and leave for Kandy via Pinnawela.

Kandy: Kandy, the bustling hill country capital is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is famous for the pink painted Temple of the Tooth which houses the most sacred religious relic, the tooth of the Buddha, the Kandy Lake built in 1807 which is an attractive centerpiece to the town and the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens. Kandy is also popular because of the annual festival known as the Esala Perahera where the inner casket covering the tooth relic of the Buddha is taken in a grand procession through the streets of the city held annually in the month of July or August. 

Today’s Highlights (Included with entrance fees): 

Herbal & Spices Garden, Gem Museum & Factory Visit, Kandyan Dance Cultural Show, Kandy Lake & View Point.

 

Optional Costs Per Person: Elephant Orphanage(US$12)

Overnight stay at Kandy.

DAY 3 : KANDY

Breakfast at the Hotel.

Today’s Highlights (Included with entrance fees): 

Kandy Lake & View Point, Art & Craft Center

Optional Costs Per Person: Temple of the Most sacred Toothe Relic of Lord Buddha(US$07), Royal Botanical Garden(US$10)

 

Overnight stay at Kandy.

DAY 4 : KANDY-NUWARA ELIYA / 90KMS / 03 HOURS+

Breakfast at the Hotel & leave for Nuwara Eliya.

Nuwara Eliya: The "city of lights," is the highest town in Sri Lanka and that means a break from the oppressive heat and humidity that surrounds the rest of the country. Situated at around 2000m above sea level and surrounded by lush tea plantations. Nuwara Eliya is the main hill resort of Sri Lanka and the heart of the tea industry. This city with an elevation of 6200 meters is the highest in Sri Lanka. Once a pleasure retreats of the European planters the town is still very much an English town with many English style bungalows and buildings.

Today’s Highlights (Included with entrance fees):  

Hanuman Temple, Tea Factory and Estate with the Tea Tasting Tour, Ramboda Falls(Will be skipped if traveled by the train)

 

Optional Costs Per Person:  Kandy to Nanu Oya Train Journey(01st Class – 10$)

 

Overnight stay at Nuwara Eliya

DAY 5 : NUWARA ELIYA

 

Breakfast at the Hotel.

Today’s Highlights (Included with entrance fees):  

Strawberry Farm, Nuwara Eliya Colonial Time Post Office, Nuwara Eliya Golf Course Court & Race Course ground, Sita Amman Temple, Gayatri Pitam

Optional Costs Per Person: Horton Plains & Worlds End(US$70), Huggala Botanical Garden(US$10), Victoria Park(US$05), Gregory Lake(US$02). Ambewela New Zealnd Farm(US$02)

 

Overnight stay at Nuwara Eliya

DAY 6 : NUWARA ELIYA – ELLA / 60KMS / 03 HOURS

 

Breakfast at the Hotel.And leave for Ella.

Ella is a small town in the Badulla District of Uva Province, Sri Lanka governed by an Urban Council. It is approximately 200 kilometres east of Colombo and is situated at an elevation of 1,041 metres above sea level. The area has a rich bio-diversity, dense with numerous varieties of flora and fauna.

Today’s Highlights (Included with entrance fees):  

Optional Costs Per Person: Hill Country Train Journey (US$10)

Overnight stay at Ella.

DAY 7 : ELLA

 

Breakfast at the hotel. 

Today’s Highlights (Included with entrance fees):  

Nine Arch Bridge, Demodara Railway Loop, Ella Rock, Ravana Falls, Ravana Cave

Optional Costs Per Person: Ella Swing(US$10), Flying Ravana Adventures(US$30 Onwards) 

Overnight stay at Ella.

DAY 8 : ELLA - YALA / 100KMS / 03 HOURS+

 

Breakfast at the Hotel and Leave for Yala.

Yala: Also known as Ruhuna, is an important national park on the south east coast of Sri Lanka. The reserve covers 979 km², although only the original 141 km² are open to the public. Much of the reserve is parkland, but it also contains jungle, beaches, freshwater lakes and rivers and scrubland. The latter zone is punctuated with enormous rocky outcrops. The range of habitats gives rise to a good range of wildlife.

Today’s Highlights (Included with entrance fees):  

Tissa Maharama Temple and Lake.

Optional Costs Per Person:

Overnight stay at Yala.

DAY 9 : YALA - GALLE / 180KMS / 02 HOURS +

 

Breakfast at the Hotel and leave for Galle.

Galle is a city situated on the South Western tip of Sri Lanka, 119 km from Colombo. Galle is the capital city of Southern Province of Sri Lanka and it lies in the Galle District. Galle is the best example of a fortified city built by Europeans in south and southeast Asia, showing the interaction between European architectural styles and south Asian traditions. The Galle fort is a world heritage site and the largest remaining fortress in Asia built by European occupiers. Other prominent landmarks in Galle include the natural harbour, the National Maritime Museum, St. Mary's Cathedral founded by Jesuit priests, one of the main Shiva temples on the island, and Amangalla the historic luxury hotel.

Today’s Highlights (Included with entrance fees):  

Mirissa Coconut Tree Hills

Optional Costs Per Person: Yala National Park Jeep Safari(US$65), Birds Park(US$10), Ridiyagama Open Zoo(US$30), Blow Hole(US$05),

Overnight stay at Galle.

DAY 10 : GALLE

 

Breakfast at the Hotel.

Today’s Highlights (Included with entrance fees):  

Stilt Fisherman, Rumassala Mountain, Galle Dutch Fort

Optional Costs Per Person: Whales & Dolphin watching tour(US$55) & Water Sports(US$30 Onwards)

 

Overnight stay at Galle.

DAY 11 : GALLE – BENTOTTA / 50KMS / 02 HOURS

 

Breakfast at the hotel and leave for Bentota.

Bentota lies at the finishing end of the “Golden Mile” which is an hour’s drive from Colombo. Famous for its prime beaches Bentota is today one of Sri Lanka’s most sought-after tourist destinations. The town of Bentota actually, sits on an estuary, where the river and the sea meet. This makes the area quite famous for water sports like windsurfing, scuba diving & snorkelling.

Today’s Highlights (Included with entrance fees): 

Natural Moonstone mine, Hikkaduwa Turtle Beach, Mask Museum & Factory.

Optional Costs Per Person: Madu river Boat Safari(US$20), Turtle Hatchery(US$10), Water Sports(US$10)

 

Overnight stay at Bentota.

DAY 12 : BENTOTA  - COLOMBO / 60KMS / 02 HOURS

Breakfast at the hotel. Leave for Colombo.

Today’s Highlights (Included with entrance fees): 

Fish Market, Kande Vihara Buddhist Temple

Optional Costs Per Person: Lunu Ganga - Gefry Bawa Garden(US$15)

Overnight stay at Colombo.

DAY 13 :  COLOMBO – AIRPORT  /  40KMS  /  40 MINUTES+  

 

Breakfast at the Hotel. And leave for Colombo your departure flight. 

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