Plan Your Dream Sri Lanka Vacation with These Perfect Tour Packages

Sri Lanka, an island blessed with diverse landscapes, ancient history, and vibrant culture, offers an unforgettable experience for travelers. From ancient rock fortresses to lush tea plantations, serene beaches to bustling cities, this small island packs a punch with its natural beauty and rich heritage. In this blog, we’ll take you on a journey through some of Sri Lanka’s must-visit destinations: Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala, and Colombo.

DAY 01 [AIRPORT – SIGIRIYA – APPROX 04.30 HRS DRIVE]

Arrival to Sri Lanka, Welcome by Our Representative at the Airport and transfer to Sigiriya enroute visit to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Providing a caring home for abandoned and wounded elephants, it is a much-loved destination for tourists and locals alike. Here, adults and baby elephants from around Sri Lanka thrive, and a captive breeding program is also proving to be highly successful. The feeding and bathing times are generally the ideal times to visit when you can observe these gentle giants at their best.

Thereafter transfer to Sigiriya & visit to Dambulla cave temple also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla is a World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka, situated in the central part of the country. This site is situated 148 kilometres east of Colombo and 72 kilometres north of Kandy. Dambulla is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka.

Check-in Hotel & relax

Dinner & Overnight stay in Sigiriya

DAY 02 [SIGIRIYA - KANDY – APPROX 03 HRS DRIVE]

After Breakfast Discover the 8th wonder of the world – the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Dating back to the 5th Century A.D, this astounding ‘city’ on the summit of a high outcrop was the royal citadel of King Kassapa for over 18 years. A miraculous feat of artistry and engineering, its unique features and exquisite frescoes continue to amaze all who visit it, even today.

Afterwards, leave for the hill capital of Kandy, visiting a spice garden at Matale en route. Our spices have been sought after for centuries, and continue to be a celebrated export, even today.

Afternoon visit to Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya are about 5.5 km to the west of the city of Kandy in the Central Province of Sri Lanka. In 2016, the garden was visited by 1.2 million locals and 400,000 foreign visitors. It is near the Mahaweli River. It is renowned for its collection of orchids & visit Gem Museum in Kandy

Evening @ 04.45 P.M Round off your day with a Cultural Dance show, where the vibrant costumes and pulsating rhythms of traditional dance forms from centuries old rituals will enthrall you.

Check-in Hotel & relax

Dinner & Overnight stay in Kandy

DAY 03 [KANDY – NUWARA ELIYA – APPROX 03 HRS DRIVE]

After Breakfast enjoy a city tour of Kandy – the last kingdom of the Sinhalese, taking in the sights of Upper Lake Drive and the Market Square on the way to pay homage to one of the most sacred religious sites in Sri Lanka. The Temple of the Tooth or Dalada Maligawa is believed to house the ‘tooth relic’ of the Lord Buddha. A walk around the town will let you indulge in some souvenir hunting with intricate treasures in wood, copper, silver, brass, ebony, bronze, ceramics, lacquer work, handlooms, batiks, jewelry and reed-ware to choose from.

Thereafter head ‘up country’ and the city of Nuwara Eliya, visiting the Ramboda waterfalls and a tea plantation & tea factory along the way.

Afternoon: The old colonial outpost still referred to as ‘Little England’ Nuwara Eliya certainly lives up to its name. Perched 6200 feet above sea level, the climate too, adds to the illusion of one stepping into an old English town, where neat hedges, quaint cottages and beautiful old buildings stand as serene as they did well over a century ago – the magnificent Grand Hotel presiding over them all. There is, of course, an old golf course as well as horse racing events to complete the picture.

Gregory Lake Nuwaraeliya - Lake Gregory, sometimes also called Gregory Lake or Gregory Reservoir, is a reservoir in heart of the tea country hill city, Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka. Lake Gregory was constructed during the period of British Governor Sir William Gregory in 1873. The lake and the surrounding area make up the Gregory Lake Area.

Victoria Park, Nuwara Eliya - Victoria Park is a public park located in Nuwara Eliya, next to the Nuwara Eliya Post Office in Sri Lanka. Originally the park was the research field of Hakgala Botanical Garden. The park was formally named in 1897 to commemorate Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee.

Check-in Hotel & relax

Dinner & Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya

DAY 04 [NUWARA ELIYA-ELLA-YALA- APPROX 04.30 HRS DRIVE]

After Breakfast proceed to Yala via Ella enroute visit Sita Amman Temple: The prominent temple architecture will not fail to attract your attention. Ancient statues of Rama and Sita can be seen on one side of the temple. The temple today is a modern building with its paintings, statues and pillars decorated with sculptures; all depicting the tale of Rama and Sita.

In Ella visit to Ravana Falls, Ravana cave, 9rch Bridge, Little Adams Peak

Ella is a quiet hill country town that draws visitors to its cool climate and its picturesque setting deep in the heart of the ‘up country’. Steeped in the ancient legend of Rama and Sita from the Indian epic -the Ramayana, most significant natural landmarks are named after King Ravana – the local god who kidnapped the princess. The myriad locations connected to the legend are well worth visiting and the cascading torrent of Ravana Ella waterfall too is a breath-taking sight. The towering mass of Ella Rock presides regally over the area and the mountain pass known as Ella Gap offers spectacular views right across the distant valleys all the way to the South Coast. The little town of Ella is far from a scenic stopover, but a truly charming and beautiful haven to spend a few relaxing days of fresh mountain air and unforgettable vistas.

Thereafter proceed to Yala

Check-in Hotel & relax

Dinner & Overnight stay in Yala

DAY 05 [YALA-COLOMBO- APPROX 05.30 HRS DRIVE]

Morning: Set off at dawn on an exciting wildlife safari at Yala National Park (06.00 – 09.30 AM). The second largest national park in Sri Lanka, Yala is known to hold the highest concentration of leopard in the world. The vast extent of the park is mainly scrub jungle with rocky outcrops and dotted with many salt and fresh water lagoons. Elephant, leopard, sloth bear, crocodile, wild buffalo and sambur thrive here, as well as herds of spotted deer, wild boar, langur and macaque monkeys and many small mammals. Over 130 species of birds can be seen with peacocks being a common sight. The bordering coastline also forms a major nesting ground for marine turtles. After an eventful morning, you will return to the hotel for breakfast.

Thereafter proceed to Colombo & enjoy city tour of Colombo & Shopping

Sri Lanka’s former capital city, Colombo is easily the largest metropolis in the country. It is still the commercial and entertainment hub with many corporate buildings, restaurants, shopping malls, spas, hotels and nightclubs. If you want to have an active urban nightlife and do a spot of shopping then Colombo is your place. One thing unique you’re bound to find in the heart of Colombo is the tree-lined main streets adding to the idea that this truly is a tropical paradise. Stand under one of the towering streets in the afternoon sun and you’re bound to cool off. Colombo also has a massive park named after both Queen Victoria and Sri Lankan princes Vihara Maha Devi, Galle face Green, and is situation along the island’s Western Coastline boasting some of the world’s best city sunsets every evening. Sit on an open terrace, sip Margaritas and watch the golden-orange sky dance tones of blue and purple as night begins to fall.

There are wide varieties of shopping complexes within the Colombo city all of them are with all the facilities. Most of the shopping malls are fully Wi-Fi enabled. If you are looking goods for lesser prices Pettah bazaar is the ideal location. You can buy almost anything you want but this is always busy and crowded. If you move along the Gall road you can find shopping malls like Majestic City, Liberty Plaza and Crescat which are very popular among locals as well. You can buy garments, handicrafts, books, leather goods and many more. Prices are very competitive. ODEL and Arina are other shopping malls which are very popular among tourists. The shops in Main Street of Pettah mostly sell readymade garments.

Check-in Hotel & relax

Dinner & Overnight stay in Colombo

DAY 06 [COLOMBO -AIRPORT - APPROX 45 MINTS DRIVE]

After Breakfast proceed to the Colombo Airport to catch your flight back home accompanied with all the happy memories of the tropical isle; Sri Lanka once known as TAPROBANE.

Sri Lanka is a country of contrasts—where ancient ruins sit alongside modern cities, lush greenery meets golden beaches, and the past and present coexist in harmony. Whether you're exploring Sigiriya’s majestic rock fortress, soaking in the spiritual atmosphere of Kandy, enjoying the cool climates of Nuwara Eliya, or witnessing wildlife in Yala, every destination offers something unique.

From the bustling streets of Colombo to the serene beauty of Ella and the wildlife in Yala, each stop on this Sri Lankan journey reveals a different facet of the island’s charm. Whether you're a nature lover, a history buff, or someone seeking adventure, Sri Lanka is sure to captivate you.

So, pack your bags and set out on an unforgettable journey to discover the heart of Sri Lanka!

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