About This Tour
This 8-day itinerary is our complete introduction to Sri Lanka and the perfect opportunity for first-time travelers to discover the island with its main attractions in a pleseant and well-balanced way. The route is made to show the country’s ancient history and its traditions, beautiful Hill Country and incredible train ride, wild life and waterfalls, and time to explore each area of Sri Lanka in a relaxing manner at a proper pace. This itinerary is noticeable for its balance: it shows almost all aspects of Sri Lanka within the period slightly over a week, which what makes it so attractive for travelers who would like to cover culture, nature, adventures, wildlife and beaches at the same time.
Our itineraries are fully customizable to align with your personal interests and travel pace.
The itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions and departure schedules.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
- Day 1: Airport/Colombo → Sigiriya (Welcome)
- Day 2: Sigiriya and Pollonnaruwa
- Day 3: Sigiriya → Kandy
- Day 4: Kandy → Ella
- Day 5: Ella → Tissa
- Day 6: Tissa → Mirissa
- Day 7: Mirissa
- Day 8: Mirissa → Colombo / Airport
Sigiriya Lion Rock / Pidurangala, Village Tour, Traditional Ayurvedic Massage ,Other Activities and Night stay in Sigiriya.
Visit Pollonnaruwa the Ancient kingdom, Minneriya / Kaudulla Safari.
Dambulla Cave Temple, Nalanda Gedige, Spice and Herbal Garden, Matale Hindu Temple, Cultural Dance in Kandy, Temple of Tooth and Night stay in Kandy.
Royal Botanical Garden(Optional), Gems stone Museum and Lapidary, Tea Plantation and Factory, Waterfall, Train journey to Ella and Night stay in Ella.
Nine Arch Bridge, Little Adam's Peak, Rawana Waterfall, Buduruwagala Temple and Night stay in Tissa.
Yala Safari, Snake farm and night stay in Mirissa.
Whales watching, Leisure in beach and night stay in Mirissa.
Galle fortress, Madhu River Boat Safari, Turtles and then Drop off Colombo or Airport.
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What's Included
- Accommodation
- Air Conditioned Car/SUV/Van/Bus with Driver and fuel
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water daily
- Driver accommodation and meals
What's Excluded
- Entry Tickets to attractions
- Meals
- Personal expenses and tips
- Train tickets (Kandy–Ella scenic route, if preferred)
