Sri Lankan Tales – Standard

Day 1 – Airport Dambulla

Arrive at Colombo International Airport where you will be welcomed by a representative and transferred to Dambulla in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.

En route, visit the famous Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, one of the top tourist attractions in Sri Lanka. Watch rescued elephants being fed and bathed while learning about elephant conservation.

Later, explore the UNESCO-listed Dambulla Cave Temple, renowned for its ancient Buddhist murals, cave shrines, and over 150 Buddha statues dating back centuries.

After sightseeing, check into your hotel in Dambulla and relax with an overnight stay.

Day 2 – Dambulla Kandy

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before proceeding to the magnificent Sigiriya Rock Fortress, also known as Lion Rock. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is famous for its ancient frescoes, landscaped gardens, and panoramic views.

Continue your journey to Kandy while visiting the Matale Spice Garden and Sri Muthumari Amman Kovil. Discover Sri Lanka’s famous spices including cinnamon, nutmeg, pepper, saffron, and cloves.

Upon arrival in Kandy, check into the hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening with dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3 – Kandy

After breakfast, begin a sightseeing tour of Kandy, the cultural capital of Sri Lanka and a UNESCO World Heritage City.

Visit Upper Lake Drive, the local Market Crafts Centre, Gem Museum, and the famous Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya featuring thousands of tropical plants and orchid varieties.

In the evening, enjoy the optional Kandy Cultural Show showcasing traditional Sri Lankan dance performances and fire acts.

Later, visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites in Sri Lanka.

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Kandy.

Day 4 – Kandy-Nuwara Eliya

After breakfast, travel towards the picturesque hill station of Nuwara Eliya.

En route, visit the Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple and the scenic Ramboda Falls. Continue to the sacred Seetha Amman Temple, associated with the Ramayana legend.

Explore Nuwara Eliya, also called “Little England,” known for its colonial architecture, tea gardens, cool climate, Gregory Lake, and charming landscapes.

Check into the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

Day 5 – Nuwara Eliya – Bentota

After breakfast, proceed towards Bentota while covering Devon Falls, St. Clair’s Falls, and Kitulgala.

Adventure lovers can opt for exciting white water rafting and jungle activities at Kitulgala.

Upon arrival in Bentota, relax by the beach or enjoy optional water sports such as jet skiing, banana boat rides, tube rides, and more.

Dinner and overnight stay at the Bentota hotel.

Day 6 – Bentota Colombo

Enjoy breakfast before heading to Balapitiya for a scenic Madu River Boat Safari through mangrove forests and beautiful islands.

Visit the Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project where you can learn about turtle conservation and witness hatchlings being protected before release into the ocean.

Later, proceed to Colombo for a city tour covering Cinnamon Gardens, Pettah Market, Independence Square, BMICH, Dutch Church of Wolfendhal, and Galle Face Green.

Spend the evening shopping at popular places like One Galle Face Mall, Colombo City Centre, Odel, Barefoot, and Laksala.

Check into the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Colombo.

Day 7 – Colombo Airport

After breakfast, proceed to Colombo International Airport for your departure flight with unforgettable memories of your Sri Lanka holiday.