Sri Lanka Highlights Tour: A Curated Journey
6 Nights | 7 Days
Classic
Tour Overview
Embark on a 7-day adventure designed to comprehensively explore Sri Lanka's cultural and natural highlights. This tour offers a blend of essential experiences and comfortable accommodations, providing a fantastic introduction to the island's charm.
Route
Day 01 | Negombo
Welcome to Sri Lanka! Meet your driver at the airport and transfer to your hotel in the lively beachside town of Negombo. Settle in and enjoy the relaxed coastal vibe.
Day 01 | Accommodation
Day 01 | Highlights
- Initial Recommended Hotel: Earl's Regent Negombo
- Optional Hotels: Jetwing Sea Hotel / Jetwing Beach
- Meal Plan: Half Board
- Included Experience: Airport meet & greet and transfer to your hotel. Hotel check-in. Evening leisure for relaxation.
- Optional Experience (at additional cost): Negombo lagoon boat ride.
Day 02 | Negombo to Sigiriya- Ancient Rock Fortress
Head inland to explore the historic heart of Sri Lanka. Climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering panoramic views and ancient frescoes.
Day 02 | Accommodation
Day 02 | Highlights
- Initial Recommended Hotel: Elephas Resort & Spa
- Optional Hotels: Aliya Resort & Spa / Cinnamon Lodge Habarana
- Meal Plan: Half Board
- Included Experience: Transfer to Sigiriya. Afternoon Sigiriya Rock Fortress climb.
- Optional Experience (at additional cost): Early morning exploration of the Dutch Canal & Fish Market in Negombo (before departure), Minneriya National Park or Kaudulla National Park jeep safari (seasonal, for wild elephants), hike up Pidurangala Rock for alternative views of Sigiriya.
Day 03 | Sigiriya to Kandy - Hill Capital & Culture
Journey to the sacred hill capital of Kandy, home of the revered Temple of the Tooth Relic. Discover the spiritual charm and lush scenery of this lakeside city.
Day 03 | Accommodation
Day 03 | Highlights
- Initial Recommended Hotel: Radisson Hotel Kandy
- Optional Hotels: Cinnamon Citadel Kandy / Earl's Regency Hotel
- Meal Plan: Half Board
- Included Experience: Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple en route (prior to Kandy). Transfer to Kandy. Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic.
- Optional Experience (at additional cost): Matale spice garden visit, Kandy Cultural Dance show, explore the Royal Botanic Gardens in Peradeniya, take an evening city walk around Kandy Lake.
Day 04 | Kandy to Nuwara Eliya- Tea Country Serenity
Travel through misty hills and rolling tea estates to the colonial-style town of Nuwara Eliya, often called "Little England." Learn about the production of world-famous Ceylon tea.
Day 04 | Accommodation
Day 04 | Highlights
- Initial Recommended Hotel: Araliya Red
- Optional Hotels: Jetwing St Andrew's / Oliphant Boutique Villa by Amaya
- Meal Plan: Half Board
- Included Experience: Transfer to Nuwara Eliya. Visit a tea plantation & factory for a guided tour and tasting.
- Optional Experience (at additional cost): Explore Lake Gregory Park with optional boating, embark on a trek to Horton Plains National Park & World's End (requires early morning start on Day 5), visit Moon Plains (Mini World's End) for panoramic views, Visit Sita Amman Temple, Hakgala Botanical Gardens.
Day 05 | Nuwara Eliya to Ella- Highland Escapes
Enjoy one of Sri Lanka’s most scenic drives to Ella, with a stop at the cascading Ravana Falls. In the evening, visit the famous Nine Arches Bridge and watch the sunset over lush mountain views.
Day 05 | Accommodation
Day 05 | Highlights
- Initial Recommended Hotel: Ravana Range Ella
- Optional Hotels: Hide-Ella Hotel & Resort / EKHO Ella
- Meal Plan: Half Board
- Included Experience: Scenic drive to Ella with a stop at Ravana Falls. Evening visit to the Nine Arches Bridge to enjoy the sunset.
- Optional Experience (at additional cost): Hike to Little Adam’s Peak (can be done on Day 6 morning), zip-lining in Ella.
Day 06 | Ella to Mirissa- Southern Beach Bliss
Transfer to the southern coast for some well-earned beach time. Relax on the golden sands of Mirissa, a perfect spot for unwinding.
Day 06 | Accommodation
Day 06 | Highlights
- Initial Recommended Hotel: Paradise Beach Club
- Optional Hotels: Triple O Six / Vis Ta Vie -Thema Collection
- Meal Plan: Half Board
- Included Experience: Transfer to Mirissa. Enjoy relaxation time on the beach.
- Optional Experience (at additional cost): Whale and dolphin watching excursion (seasonal, typically Nov-Apr), surfing lessons.
Day 07 | Mirissa to Colombo and Departure
Take a leisurely morning walk through the colonial streets of Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site, before heading to the airport for your departure.
Day 07 | Highlights
- Initial Recommended Hotel: No overnight stay; departure on same day.
- Meal Plan: Breakfast Only
- Included Experience: Galle Fort walking tour (time permitting). Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for departure.
- Optional Experience (at additional cost): Colombo city tour and shopping (if time permits before your flight), visit the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery.
Inclusions
- Airport pick-up and drop-off (Bandaranaike International Airport).
- 6 nights’ accommodation in our initial recommended hotels.
- Daily Breakfast & Dinner (Starting from 1st day dinner to 7th day breakfast).
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking Driver (Chauffeur Guide or National Guides can be arranged upon request at an additional cost).
- Entrance tickets & charges for all included experiences mentioned in the itinerary:
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress climb
- Temple of the Tooth Relic
- Tea plantation & factory tour (Nuwara Eliya)
- Ravana Falls stop
- Nine Arches Bridge (Ella)
- Galle Fort walking tour
- All government taxes and service charges.
