Sri Lanka 6 Days Tour Itinerary

Kandy(1N) → Nuwara Eliya(1N) → Bentota(2N) → Colombo(1N)

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival & The Cultural Capital (Kandy)
  • Morning/Afternoon: Arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport. Drive to Kandy (approx. 3–3.5 hours).
  • Activity: Stop at the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage or a nearby open-air elephant sanctuary. This is an ideal break for children to see elephants bathing in the river.
  • Visit the Gem Museum and Spice Garden.
  • Evening: Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. Afterward, watch a Kandyan Cultural Dance Performance, which features vibrant costumes and drumming that usually keeps young children engaged.
  • Overnight: Kandy (1 Night)
  • Morning: Depart for Nuwara Eliya (approx. 2.5 hours). The drive is scenic, passing through lush tea plantations.
  • Activity: Stop at a Tea Factory and Plantation. You can take a short walk through the tea bushes and see how the world-famous Ceylon tea is processed.
  • Visit Seeta Amman Temple and Asoka Vatika.
  • Afternoon: Visit Gregory Lake. This is a great spot for the 5-year-old to enjoy a pony ride or a swan-shaped pedal boat. The cool climate and open green spaces at Victoria Park are also perfect for toddlers to burn off energy.
  • Overnight: Nuwara Eliya (1 Night)
  • Morning: Travel from the mountains down to the southern coast to Bentota (approx. 5 hours).
  • Activity: On the way, you will pass St. Clair’s and Devon Falls, which offer beautiful photo opportunities without requiring long hikes.
  • Afternoon: Arrive in Bentota and spend the rest of the day relaxing by the beach or pool. The calm waters of the Bentota lagoon are safer for small children than the open ocean.
  • Overnight: Bentota (1 Night)
  • Morning: Take a Madu River Boat Safari. This mangrove boat trip is exciting for kids as you can spot water monitors, birds, and visit 'Cinnamon Island.'
  • Afternoon: Visit a Sea Turtle Hatchery in Kosgoda. Children can see baby turtles in tanks and learn about conservation efforts before they are released into the ocean.
  • Enjoy water sports.
  • Evening: Enjoy a quiet sunset dinner on the beach.
  • Overnight: Bentota (2 Nights)
  • Morning: Depart for Colombo (approx. 1.5–2 hours via the Southern Expressway).
  • Afternoon: City tour of Colombo. Visit Galle Face Green, a large open park by the sea where the kids can fly kites and enjoy the ocean breeze. Drive past the Lotus Tower, Gangaramaya Temple, and Independence Square.
  • Evening: Visit a modern shopping mall like One Galle Face or Colombo City Centre, which have air-conditioned play areas and diverse food courts suitable for picky eaters.
  • Overnight: Colombo (1 Night)
  • Morning: Depending on your flight time, do some last-minute souvenir shopping at Laksala (for handicrafts) or Barefoot.
  • Afternoon: Transfer to the airport (approx. 45 minutes via the expressway) for your departure.

Stay & Meal Details

Package Policies

  • 5 Nights Accommodation on Half Board Basis (Dinner & Breakfast at the Hotel, Room on Availability Basis)
  • All Transport in an Air-Conditioned Car with an English-Speaking Chauffeur for all sightseeing (Entry Tickets are NOT Included)
  • Expressway & parking charges
  • All local government taxes
  • Meet & Assistance at the airport
  • Complimentary Visits: Spice Garden in Matale with complimentary head massage (On client's request), Visit Gem Museum & get free tickets for Cultural Dance Show, Kandy Lake, Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple, Seetha Amman Temple
  • Entrance fees to sights to be paid directly by the clients (Quoted Separately)
  • The Kandy Esala Perahera in 2026 is a 10-day spectacle from August 18–27
  • Late Check-out & Early Check-in charges at the Hotels
  • Any Air Fares + Visa Fees
  • Expenses of personal nature such as laundry, mini bar charges, beverages, liquor, telephone charges, etc.
  • Entry visa fees, please visit www.eta.gov.lk for more details and get ETA visa before arrival
  • Any other services not specified above

This tour package includes a variety of activities and accommodations across Sri Lanka's cultural and scenic highlights.

  • 30 days or more before date of departure: 25% of total cost
  • 29 - 20 days before date of departure: 50% of total cost
  • 19 days or less before date of departure: 100% of total cost

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Kandy Tour Package Reviews

Agent: Aziz Travelland Lanka Tours

Goutham • a week ago

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Agent: Oclave Travels Pvt Ltd

Satish • 2 weeks ago

I liked the way they co ordinated the trip. Overall great experience and had gre (Read More)at time with Oclave guidance. They accepted special request on arranging the Bday celebration of my wife. Arrangements were as per request. Everything was great experience.
Kandy resort care taker was good. As he sont know the language, food in kandy ho (Read More)tel was not. Nothing to do with Oclave, but suggestion is pick the hotel considering the quality of food as well.

Agent: Shine Lanka Holidays

Harish • 3 weeks ago

Good service as committed and very good driver caring obedient and very responsi (Read More)ble
As I have gone with my family of four, given good hotel sightseeing as committed (Read More) and very happy with the company will book again for our next trip to Srilanka

Agent: Sign Of Lanka (pvt) Ltd

Sahana • a month ago

My trip to Sri Lanka was an unforgettable experience! From the beautiful beaches (Read More) and lush green landscapes to the rich culture, ancient temples, every part of the journey was special. Sri Lanka is a perfect destination for anyone looking for a mix of adventure, relaxation, nature, and culture. Thanks to our guide Imran for being patient and kind to us throughout the journey and sign of Lanka for helping us with the perfect itinerary.

Agent: Vlanka Travels

Nikhil • a month ago

I liked the people...
I believe too much charges on foreign tourists

Agent: Shine Lanka Holidays

Divya • a month ago

I just returned from an incredible trip to Sri Lanka with Shine Lanka Holidays, and I have to say, it was absolutely amazing! The entire experience was so well- (Read More)organized, and our host/guide Rinas, was just fantastic. He was so friendly, knowledgeable, and took such great care of us throughout the journey. I couldn’t have asked for a better trip—thank you so much Shina Lanka Holidays, will visit again!!!

Sri Lanka 6 Days Tour Itinerary

Kandy(1N) → Nuwara Eliya(1N) → Bentota(2N) → Colombo(1N)

4.6 (84 Reviews)

34 Agents for Kandy

STAY   budget hotels

$ 450

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