Discover Sri Lanka’s timeless beauty on a nine-day guided journey through ancient fortresses, sacred temples, tea country, wildlife safaris, and golden beaches.
Trip Overview
Tour Code: #248736
Price starting from: USD 1,040
Age Group: All Ages
Duration: 9 Days
Starting and Ending Points: The tour will begin with departure from Colombo and end with return.
Languages: English (Available on request: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian)
Operator: Bethel Lanka Tours Pvt Ltd
Group Type: Small Group (1-6 participants)
Guide Type: Partially Guided
Highlights
Discover the DambullExplore the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple
Ride a scenic train through tea plantations
Enjoy a safari in Yala National Park
Relax on the beaches of Bentota and Kalutara
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival – Colombo
Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport, meet your chauffeur guide, and transfer to Colombo. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Colombo.
Day 2: Colombo – Dambulla
Visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Explore the Sigiriya Rock Fortress (UNESCO site)
Take part in a village experience (bullock cart, canoe ride, tuk-tuk ride, traditional food)
Dinner and overnight stay in Dambulla.
Day 3: Dambulla – Kandy
Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple (UNESCO site)
Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy
Stroll by Kandy Lake & viewpoint
Enjoy an evening cultural dance performance
Dinner and overnight stay in Kandy.
Day 4: Kandy – Nuwara Eliya
Visit a tea plantation & factory
Stop at the stunning Ramboda Waterfalls
Relax at Gregory Lake in Nuwara Eliya
Dinner and overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 5: Nuwara Eliya – Ella
Take the famous scenic train ride to Ella
Visit Nine Arches Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak
Dinner and overnight stay in Ella.
Day 6: Ella – Yala
Stop at Ravana Falls
Experience a thrilling Jeep Safari in Yala National Park
Dinner and overnight stay in Yala.
Day 7: Yala – Bentota
Visit the Galle Fort & Dutch Reformed Church
Explore Madu River & Cinnamon Island
Learn conservation efforts at Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery
Dinner and overnight stay in Bentota.
Day 8: Bentota – Kalutara
Enjoy water sports in Bentota: snorkeling, diving, jet skiing, paddleboarding, and more
Dinner and overnight stay in Kalutara.
Day 9: Kalutara – Airport (Colombo)
After breakfast, transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure.
What’s Included
Accommodation: 4-star hotels with A/C, breakfast & dinner included
Guide: English-speaking chauffeur guide (German, French, Spanish, Arabic on request at extra cost)
Meals: Daily breakfast & dinner
Transport: A/C vehicle
Extras: Water bottles, seasonal fruits, king coconut, local beer (not served on Poya/full moon days)
What’s Not Included
International flights
Travel insurance
Personal expenses & entrance tickets
Meals other than specified
Peak season supplements (Dec 24th & 31st) – payable directly to hotels