8N / 9D
Adventure
Wildlife
9-Day Sri Lanka Adventure: Beaches, Heritage, Wildlife, and Scenic Train Ride
Colombo(1N) → Dambulla(2N) → Kandy(1N) → Nuwara Eliya(1N) → ella(1N) → Yala National Park(1N) → Galle(1N)
4.6 (100 Reviews)
43 Agents for Colombo
$ 507
$ 550
8% off
/personDetailed Itinerary
- Arrive at Colombo International Airport.
- Meet and greet by our representative.
- Check in to the hotel.
- Explore Colombo: Colombo is Sri Lanka’s capital city and a bustling metropolitan area undergoing significant changes, including infrastructure and commercial real estate projects. Tourist attractions include Galle Face Green, Vihara Mahadevi Park, Independence Square, and the National Museum.
- Visit Gangaramaya Temple, a famous Buddhist temple known for its eclectic mix of modern and traditional architecture.
- Stroll at Galle Face Green, a large open space by the sea.
- Shop at Pettah Market, a vibrant market area for local goods and souvenirs.
- Evening shopping at Odel or Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct for souvenirs and local crafts.
- Overnight in Colombo.
- Travel: Drive to Dambulla (via Pinnawala).
- Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, home to approximately 60-100 elephants, the first Asian Elephant Orphanage in the world. Watch baby elephants play and bathe in the river, feed them, or observe them being fed.
- Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site), known for its archaeological significance and historical sites.
- Check-in to the hotel.
- Overnight in Dambulla/Sigiriya.
- Early morning climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress (UNESCO World Heritage Site), an attractive tourist destination decorated with colorful frescoes from the era of King Kashyapa (477 - 495 AD).
- Visit Polonnaruwa Ancient City, known for its well-preserved ruins and beautiful environment.
- Optional: Jeep safari in Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park to see wild elephants.
- Overnight in Dambulla/Sigiriya.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Drive to Kandy (approximately 3.5 hours).
- Visit Spice Gardens in Matale to experience Sri Lanka's famous spices.
- Check-in to the hotel in Kandy.
- Evening visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, a world-renowned place of worship housing the left canine tooth of Gautama Buddha.
- Enjoy a traditional Kandyan dance and drumming performance.
- Overnight in Kandy.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit the Royal Botanical Gardens, famous for its extensive collection of orchids and spices.
- Depart for Nuwara Eliya (approximately 2.5 hours), known as 'Little England' for its cool climate and colonial architecture.
- Stop at Sri Lanka’s famous tea plantations for a factory visit and tea sampling.
- Explore Nuwara Eliya: Visit Gregory Lake for a boat ride or a walk around the park.
- Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Travel from Nuwara Eliya to Ella by scenic train ride, known for its picturesque landscapes of tea plantations, waterfalls, and mountains.
- Visit Nine Arches Bridge and Ravana Falls in Ella.
- Overnight in Ella.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Depart for Yala National Park (approximately 3-4 hours).
- Evening safari in Yala National Park, known for its leopard population and diverse wildlife.
- Overnight near Yala National Park.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Travel to Galle (approximately 3 hours).
- Visit Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its colonial architecture.
- Relax at the beach.
- Overnight stay in Galle.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure.
- Depending on flight timings, you may have time for last-minute purchases or sightseeing before leaving.
Stay & Meal Details
Colombo
1 night
Breakfast Included
Dambulla
2 nights
Breakfast Included
Kandy
1 night
Breakfast Included
Nuwara Eliya
1 night
Breakfast Included
Bentota
1 night
Breakfast Included
Yala National Park
1 night
Breakfast Included
Galle
1 night
Breakfast Included
8% off
Package Policies
- Accommodation at the above-mentioned hotels or similar standard hotels
- Meal options available on the price slab
- English-speaking guide
- Transportation in a comfortable A/C vehicle
- Mineral water bottle
- Guide accommodation and meals
- All government taxes and charges
- Entrance and activity fees
- Any other tours or services not mentioned above
- Begin your Sri Lankan adventure at the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, where you can observe rescued elephants in a natural setting.
- Visit the UNESCO-listed Dambulla Cave Temple, renowned for its ancient Buddhist murals and statues.
- Explore the breathtaking Sigiriya, a rock fortress offering stunning views and rich history, followed by a tour of the ancient Polonnaruwa City.
- Wander through the lush Peradeniya Botanical Garden, home to various exotic plants.
- In Kandy, visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic and enjoy a vibrant Kandyan cultural dance show.
- Continue to Nuwara Eliya, known for its scenic tea plantations.
- Experience the stunning Ella train ride, passing through picturesque landscapes.
- Explore the wildlife at Yala National Park, famous for its leopards.
- Conclude your journey in Galle, a charming coastal city known for its colonial architecture and the historic Galle Fort.
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9-Day Sri Lanka Adventure: Beaches, Heritage, Wildlife, and Scenic Train Ride
Colombo(1N) → Dambulla(2N) → Kandy(1N) → Nuwara Eliya(1N) → ella(1N) → Yala National Park(1N) → Galle(1N)
4.6 (100 Reviews)
43 Agents for Colombo
$ 507
$ 550
8% off
/person