7 Days Sri Lanka Highlights Tour
Explore Sri Lanka’s cultural triangle, scenic landscapes, and unforgettable experiences in just 7 days.
Experience Sri Lanka’s cultural highlights, scenic landscapes, andunforgettable journeys in just 7 days.
Day 1
Arrival – Pinnawala – Sigiriya
Arrive at Colombo International Airport and meet your private driver-guide. Begin your Sri Lanka journey with a visit to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage before continuing to Sigiriya, the gateway to the Cultural Triangle.
✔ Airport meet & greet
✔ Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
✔ Scenic drive to Sigiriya
✔ Hotel check-in & relax
Overnight: Sigiriya | Meals: Dinner
Day 2
Sigiriya – Dambulla – Kandy
After breakfast, explore the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress or enjoy a ground-level visit for photos. Continue to the Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its ancient Buddhist murals and statues. En route to Kandy, visit a traditional spice garden in Matale, where you will learn about Sri Lanka’s famous spices and Ayurvedic herbs. Later, proceed to Kandy, the cultural capital of Sri Lanka.
✔ Visit Temple of the Tooth Relic (Kandy)
✔ Explore Royal Botanical Gardens (Peradeniya)
✔ Scenic drive through tea plantations
✔ Visit Ramboda Waterfall
✔ Tea factory & plantation visit
✔ Arrive in Nuwara Eliya (hill country)
Overnight: Kandy | Meals: Dinner & Breakfast
Day 3
Kandy – Ramboda – Nuwara Eliya
After breakfast, explore the highlights of Kandy including the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic and the beautiful Royal Botanical Gardens. Then begin your scenic journey into the hill country, passing lush tea plantations and misty mountains. En route, stop at Ramboda Waterfall and visit a tea factory to learn about Ceylon tea production. Continue to Nuwara Eliya, often called “Little England”.
✔ Visit Temple of the Tooth Relic (Kandy)
✔ Explore Royal Botanical Gardens (Peradeniya)
✔ Scenic drive through tea plantations
✔ Visit Ramboda Waterfall
✔ Optional visit to Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple
✔ Tea factory & plantation visit
✔ Arrive in Nuwara Eliya (hill country)
Overnight: Nuwaraeliya | Meals: Dinner & Breakfast
Day 4
Nuwara Eliya – Ella (Train Journey)
After breakfast, proceed to Nanu Oya Railway Station to board one of the most scenic train journeys in the world to Ella (subject to availability). Enjoy breathtaking views of tea plantations, misty mountains, tunnels, and waterfalls along the way. Upon arrival in Ella, continue by vehicle towards Yala, passing through beautiful countryside and stopping at the famous Ravana Waterfall en route.
✔ Scenic train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella (subject to availability)
✔ Enjoy breathtaking hill country views
✔ Explore Ella surroundings (9 Arches Bridge)
✔ Visit Ravana Waterfall
✔ Continue drive to Yala
✔ Evening relaxation at hotel
Overnight: Yala | Meals: Dinner & Breakfast
Day 5
Yala Safari – Bentota Beach Stay
Start your day early with an exciting morning jeep safari in Yala National Park, one of Sri Lanka’s most famous wildlife reserves. After the safari, proceed towards the southern coast. En route, visit a sea turtle hatchery and enjoy a relaxing Madu River boat safari through mangroves. Continue to Bentota and check in to your beach hotel. Spend the evening at leisure by the beach.
✔ Early morning Yala National Park jeep safari
✔ Spot elephants, leopards, and diverse wildlife
✔ Visit a sea turtle hatchery
✔ Madu River boat safari through mangroves
✔ Arrive in Bentota and relax by the beach
✔ Evening leisure at your beach resort
Overnight: Bentota | Meals: Dinner & Breakfast
Day 6
Bentota - Colombo City Tour
Enjoy a relaxed morning at your beach resort in Bentota. You may unwind by the beach or engage in optional water sports activities. In the afternoon, proceed to Colombo, the vibrant commercial capital of Sri Lanka. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided city tour covering key attractions, shopping areas, and cultural landmarks. Check in to your hotel and relax for the evening.
✔ Morning leisure at Bentota beach
✔ Optional water sports activities
✔ Scenic drive to Colombo
✔ Colombo city tour
✔ Shopping opportunities in Colombo
✔ Evening at leisure in the city
Overnight: Colombo | Meals: Dinner & Breakfast
Day 7
Colombo - Departure
Enjoy your final morning in Colombo at leisure. Depending on your flight schedule, you may relax at the hotel or explore nearby areas for some last-minute shopping or sightseeing. At the appropriate time, you will be transferred to CMB Airport for your departure, marking the end of your memorable Sri Lanka journey.
✔ Morning leisure in Colombo
✔ Optional last-minute shopping or sightseeing
✔ Transfer to Colombo International Airport
✔ Departure with wonderful memories of Sri Lanka
Departure Transfer | Meals: Breakfast
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