Explore Sri Lanka: 6 Days 5 Nights Cultural Highlights

Sigiriya(1N) → Kandy(1N) → Nuwara Eliya(1N) → Bentota(1N) → Colombo(1N)

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival at Sigirya
  • Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is an orphanage, nursery, and captive breeding ground for wild Asian elephants located in Pinnawala village, 13 km (8.1 miles) northwest of Kegalle town in Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka.
  • Pinnawala is notable for having the largest herd of captive elephants in the world. In 2015, there were 88 elephants, including 37 males and 51 females from three generations, living in Pinnawala.
  • Excursions:
    • Royal Rock Temple
    • Sigiriya Rock Fortress
    • Dambulla Rock Cave Temple
    • The Buddhist Museum
    • Icon of the Buddha and Two Dagoba
    • Village Tour
    • Bullock Cart Rides
    • Elephant Rides
    • Matale Spice Garden
    • Alu Vihara Temple
    • Ancient City Tour in Sigiriya
  • Overnight Stay in Sigiriya
  • Kandy is a major city in Sri Lanka, located in the Central Province. It is the second largest city in the country after Colombo.
  • The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a Buddhist temple in Kandy, situated within the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy. It houses the relic of the tooth of Buddha.
Other Excursions:
  • Royal Botanical Garden
  • Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic
  • Spice Garden (on Kandy Road)
  • Cultural Dance Show
  • Upper Lake Drive
  • Kandy View Point
  • Kandy City Tour
  • Kandy Temples (optional visits)
  • Shopping (Gem Museum, Batik Factory, Wood Carving - optional)
  • Overnight stay in Kandy
  • Kandy / Ramboda Falls / Tea Plantation / Nuwara Eliya
  • Ramboda Falls is 109 meters high, making it the 11th highest waterfall in Sri Lanka and the 729th highest waterfall in the world.
  • Tea Factory & Tea Plantation: Sri Lankan tea was first planted in 1824 at the Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya, when a few plants were brought from China.
  • Transfer to the hill country of Sri Lanka - Nuwara Eliya: Nuwara Eliya is located at the heart of the hill country, 6,182 feet above sea level. It retains the charm of an old English town with styled bungalows and buildings. The cool, calm climate, rolling tea plantations that produce the finest ?Ceylon tea,? and breathtaking waterfalls make Nuwara Eliya one of the most beautiful towns in the world. Nuwara Eliya also features one of the finest 18-hole golf courses in South Asia.
Other Excursions:
  • Ramboda Water Falls
  • Hakgala Botanical Garden
  • Nuwara Eliya Gardens
  • Horse Riding
  • Tea Plantation
  • Lake Drive
  • Strawberry Gardens
  • The Golf Course
  • Seetha Eliya Temple
  • Gregory Lake
  • Ambewella Farm
  • Overnight Stay in Nuwara Eliya
  • Kitulgala is a small town in the west of Sri Lanka, located in the wet zone rainforest, which experiences two monsoons each year and is one of the wettest places in the country. However, it comes alive in the first three months of the year, especially in February, the driest month.
  • The Academy Award-winning film "The Bridge on the River Kwai" was filmed on the Kelani River near Kitulgala, although nothing remains now except the concrete foundations for the bridge and, supposedly, the submerged train cars that plunged into the river in the climactic scene.
  • Kitulgala is also a base for white-water rafting, which starts a few kilometers upstream, and is popular as a location for adventure-based training programs.
  • Bentota
  • Bentota is a resort town on Sri Lanka?s southwest coast. Its long Bentota Beach stretches north, where it becomes a sandy strip known as Paradise Island, parallel to Bentota Lagoon.
  • Coral-rich dive sites include Canoe Rock. On Bentota River, the centuries-old Galapota Temple features a large Buddha statue.
  • Southeast is Lunuganga, the estate and gardens of architect Geoffrey Bawa. Northeast is his brother Bevis's Brief Garden.
  • Hikkaduwa
  • Explore the eclectic paradise of Hikkaduwa, alive with the surrounding countryside and vibrant nightlife, as you discover idyllic bliss amidst the sun-kissed beaches of southern Sri Lanka.
  • Providing you with the perfect accommodation for your beach vacation to relax and unwind, Hikkaduwa is famed for its shallow fringing reef and is perfect for water sports such as snorkeling, scuba diving, surfing, and glass-bottom boat rides.
  • Bentota Excursions:
  • Madu Ganga [River] Boat Safari
  • Windsurfing
  • Banana Ride
  • Jet Ski
  • Water Skiing
  • Turtle Farm Visit
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Overnight Stay in Bentota
  • Colombo is the commercial capital and largest city of Sri Lanka.
  • According to the Brookings Institution, the Colombo metropolitan area has a population of 5.6 million, with 752,993 in the city proper.
  • It is the financial center of the island and a popular tourist destination.
  • Colombo is located on the west coast of the island and is adjacent to the Greater Colombo area, which includes Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, the legislative capital of Sri Lanka, and Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia.
  • Colombo is often referred to as the capital since Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte is within the urban area and is a suburb of Colombo.
  • It is also the administrative capital of the Western Province and the district capital of Colombo District.
  • Colombo is a busy and vibrant place with a mixture of modern life and colonial buildings and ruins.
  • It was the legislative capital of Sri Lanka until 1982.
  • Due to its large harbor and strategic position along the East-West sea trade routes, Colombo was known to ancient traders 2,000 years ago.
  • Colombo was made the capital of the island when Sri Lanka was ceded to the British Empire in 1815, and its status as capital was retained when the nation became independent in 1948.
  • In 1978, when administrative functions were moved to Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, Colombo was designated as the commercial capital of Sri Lanka.
  • Like many cities, Colombo's urban area extends well beyond the boundaries of a single local authority, encompassing other municipal and urban councils such as Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte Municipal Council, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia Municipal Council, Kolonnawa Urban Council, Kaduwela Municipal Council, and Kotikawatte-Mulleriyawa Pradeshiya Sabha.
  • The main city is home to a majority of Sri Lanka's corporate offices, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
Famous landmarks in Colombo include:
  • Galle Face Green
  • Colombo Port City
  • Viharamahadevi Park
  • Art Collection
  • Gangarama Temple
  • Beira Lake
  • Colombo Racecourse
  • Zoo [Optional]
  • Shopping Malls [Marino Mall / Colombo City Centre / Odel Showroom]
  • Beach Area
  • Colombo Lotus Tower
  • National Museum
  • In the evening, transfer to the airport; end of the tour.
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  • Overnight stay in Colombo.
  • After breakfast, leave for the airport.
  • Proceed to Bandaranaike International Airport, where you will carry all your memories of this beautiful island, Sri Lanka, in your eyes and mind.
  • Depending on the flight departure time, you will be transferred to the airport.

Stay & Meal Details

Package Policies

  • 5 Nights / 6 Days
  • Accommodation on a double occupancy basis as per the mentioned itinerary
  • All rooms are air-conditioned (A/C)
  • Please visit the hotel websites for more information about room details
  • Daily buffet breakfast and dinner at all hotels
  • Complimentary mineral water upon arrival in Sri Lanka at the airport (once)
  • All transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary in a private A/C vehicle
  • English-speaking chauffeur and guide
  • GPS monitoring system in vehicles
  • Free international SIM card with internet (IDD)
  • Passenger insurance included
  • Complimentary wheelchair for people with disabilities (available upon request)
  • Paging and welcome service
  • Complimentary service of a multilingual chauffeur guide
  • Informative, friendly, and professional local guide for a more personalized experience
  • Highway tolls included
  • Prices are stated in U.S. dollars and are subject to currency fluctuations
  • Local insurance for the vehicle included
  • Free casino entrance
  • Meals not mentioned under inclusions
  • Cost of beverages
  • Personal expenses
  • Camera and video charges
  • Games tickets
  • Use of vehicle other than the specified itinerary
  • Anything not mentioned in the program
  • International flight tickets
  • Tips for the guide and driver
  • Massage and spa services available in all hotels (not free)
  • Additional info:
  • Confirmation will be received within 24 hours of booking, subject to availability.
  • Please feel free to contact us for any further clarification or queries 24/7, quoting your itinerary or if the price does not fit your budget.
  • Hotels
    • The hotels mentioned above will only be confirmed for availability at the time of booking.
    • If suitable alternatives are available, they will be suggested.
    • Please note that the check-in time for all hotels is 14:00 hrs, and check-out is at 12:00 hrs.
    • Early check-in and late check-out can be arranged based on hotel availability.
    • Note: A 100% cancellation fee applies to changes made to the proposed or reserved hotels during the tour.
  • Sightseeing
    • All sightseeing is optional and can be visited at the guest's discretion.
    • Some sites are subject to time, weather conditions, and other unavoidable circumstances (e.g., safari, whale watching).
    • Sightseeing and travel are not allowed after 20:00 hrs due to mist and fog.
    • Please note that the transfer duration mentioned is approximate only.
    • Transfer durations are subject to change due to weather, traffic, road conditions, the chosen route, or issues beyond our control.
  • Other
    • The company will not be responsible for guidance obtained from other vendors and guides, except for the driver provided by the company.
    • This is especially true in coastal areas (e.g., beach boys).
    • Smoking is prohibited inside the vehicle.
    • The management will not be responsible for any belongings that are lost, stolen, or damaged during the tour.
  • Cancellation Policy:
    • More than 30 days before the tour: No cancellation fee.
    • Between 21 and 7 days before the tour: 50% cancellation fee of the total account value.
    • Less than 7 days before the tour: 100% cancellation fee of the entire invoice value.
    • No shows and early departures: 100% cancellation fee of the entire invoice value.
  • If you require any further clarifications, please feel free to contact me.
  • I hope the above information meets your requirements. Please let me know if we are moving forward with this engagement.
  • Payment:
    • To confirm your booking, a 10% advance payment is required.
    • The remaining balance can be paid upon arrival at our office.
    • There are no additional charges.
    • We at Shadow Lanka Tours accept Visa and MasterCard at our office.
    • A 5% fee will be added for transactions made by credit card to cover bank charges.

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Srikar • a month ago

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We booked a 8 day pacakge from Mr Inshaaf and were absolutely happy with the way the whole itinerary was planned and delivered. We got the best 5 star propertie (Read More)s at all the places The driver who accompanied us - Mr Wasim was really good and soft spoken with excellent driving skills and well maintained car Overall we got what we were promised and I would definitely reccomend Shine Lanka tours Thank you Shine Lanka for a memorable trip

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Fiaz • 2 months ago

Everything was good planned and arranged Driver Muhammad Safwath is very genuin (Read More)e nice driver. He knows Hindi language as well, so very comfortable for us.
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J • 3 months ago

Our tour was excellent, and we were so impressed by the service from Inshaf, the main operator, and Ilham, our young driver. Ilham was incredibly kind and helpf (Read More)ul throughout the journey. Even though we planned our trip just a few weeks in advance, they provided a great itinerary and excellent hotels. We had breakfast and dinner included for the entire trip, which was very convenient. A special thanks for the train journey from Nuwara Eliya to Ella; tickets are usually booked a month in advance, but they managed to secure first-class seats for us! It was a beautiful journey. We loved visiting Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Galle, Bentota, and Colombo. It was a wonderful experience for us.

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Pooja • 3 months ago

Communication and travel was Pleasant
A guide wanted there. If provided that would be great

Explore Sri Lanka: 6 Days 5 Nights Cultural Highlights

Sigiriya(1N) → Kandy(1N) → Nuwara Eliya(1N) → Bentota(1N) → Colombo(1N)

4.4 (9 Reviews)

STAY   3✭ hotels

$ 350

$ 450

22% off

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