Highlights of Sri Lanka (9 Nights/10 Days)

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey across Sri Lanka, a paradise island known for its diverse landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant wildlife. This 10-day adventure takes you through bustling cities, ancient ruins, breathtaking mountains, pristine beaches, and exotic wildlife safaris, offering a perfect blend of history, nature, and relaxation.

Tour Highlights

Day 1: Arrival & Colombo City Tour
- Welcome at Bandaranaike International Airport and transfer to Colombo.
- Explore Colombo’s mix of modern and colonial-era architecture, including the 100-year-old clock tower, Dutch Museum, and BMICH.
- Visit Pettah Bazaar for a vibrant shopping experience.
- Overnight stay in Colombo.
Day 2: Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage & Transfer to Sigiriya/Dambulla
- Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, home to rescued elephants.
- Learn about elephant conservation and watch them bathe in the river.
- Transfer to Sigiriya/Dambulla and check in at the hotel.
Day 3: Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Exploration
- Climb the UNESCO-listed Sigiriya Rock Fortress, built by King Kashyapa in the 5th century.
- Marvel at the ‘Heavenly Maidens’ frescoes and ancient water gardens.
- Enjoy breathtaking views from the top of the rock fortress.
- Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
Day 4: Matale Spice Garden & Kandy Cultural Tour
- Visit Matale Spice Garden to learn about Sri Lanka’s world-famous spices.
- Enjoy a live Sri Lankan cookery demonstration.
- Explore Kandy, a UNESCO World Heritage city, including the Temple of the Tooth Relic.
- Witness a mesmerizing cultural dance show.
- Overnight stay in Kandy.
Day 5: Peradeniya Botanical Gardens & Nuwara Eliya
- Stroll through Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, home to 4,000+ species of plants.
- Visit a tea plantation and factory to witness tea processing.
- Arrive in Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka’s “Little England,” famous for its colonial charm and cool climate.
- Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 6: Leisure Day in Nuwara Eliya
- Free time to explore Nuwara Eliya, visit local attractions, or relax in the scenic surroundings.
Day 7: Yala National Park Safari
- Transfer to Yala, Sri Lanka’s most famous wildlife sanctuary.
- Jeep safari in Yala National Park, home to leopards, elephants, sloth bears, and over 200 bird species.
- Overnight stay near Yala National Park.
Day 8: Galle Fort & Southern Beaches
- Explore Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site with Dutch colonial architecture.
- Continue to Ahungalla or Induruwa beach for relaxation by the Indian Ocean.
- Overnight stay at a beach resort.
Day 9: Leisure Day at the Beach
- Enjoy a free day on Sri Lanka’s stunning southern coast.
- Optional activities: water sports, whale watching (seasonal), or spa treatments.
- Overnight stay at the beach resort.
Day 10: Departure
- Transfer to the airport for your return flight.

The prices are per person and Includes
Round-Trip economy class flights as per the lowest fare on Air Arabia
Accommodation in standard room on Bed & Breakfast basis for 6 nights from breakfast on day 2 to breakfast on day at hotels specified or of similar standard.
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary with English Speaking Chauffeur Guide.
Travel insurance provides protection against unexpected events, offering travelers peace of mind
Your Visa Fee is included. In most cases, the ETA is approved within a few hours to a few days after submitting the application.

Included/Excluded

Round-trip flights in economy class
9 nights’ accommodation in top-rated hotels
Daily breakfast
Private air-conditioned transport with an English-speaking chauffeur
Travel insurance & visa assistance
Sightseeing tours as per the itinerary

Entrance fees to attractions (e.g., Sigiriya, Yala Safari, Temple of the Tooth, etc.)
Lunch and dinner
Camera/video permits at historical sites
Additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary

Tour Plan

Day 1 Arrival, meet greet and proceed to Colombo. Check in to the hotel

Afternoon do a city tour of Colombo, like many capital cities in developing countries is fast changing its face. Almost overnight, skyscrapers arise from where old buildings once stood. Yet in some parts, the old-world charm is retained. For example, there is a 100- year-old clock tower and several British built colonial buildings. Other places of interest are the Pettah bazaar - where one can shop for bargain, a Hindu and a Buddhist temple, residential areas where you find the stately homes of the affluent, the Colombo museum, the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH)- an outright gift to Sri Lanka from the People's Republic of China and the Dutch Museum.

→ Overnight stay at Cinnamon Lakeside / Mirage Colombo.

Day 2 After breakfast proceed to Sigiriya/Dambulla via Pinnawala

Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage, established in 1975, commenced with seven orphans. Today some of these orphans enjoy the fortune of seeing their grandchildren born in the same location. The original objective of establishing the orphanage inclined more towards tourism, but is soon became a conservation and educational center. With the help of local and foreign elephant experts, Pinnawela started a scientific captive-breeding programme for elephants. The free movement of the herd enhanced the chances for respective individuals of both sexes to get together and mate. The nearby river played a dominant role in this regard, and in 1984, the first baby of Pinnawela was born. The success story of Pinnawela has drawn the attention of scientists from all over the world. A considerable number of books and research articles on Pinnawela have been published in several languages. The members of the Pinnawela herd have been filmed, videoed and photographed thousands of times by professionals. Thereafter proceed to hotel and check-in.

→ Overnight stay at Covanro Sigiriya / Tropical Life

Day 3 After breakfast climb the 5th century Sigiriya rock

After breakfast climb the 5th century Sigiriya rock fortress which is a world heritage site, built by King Kashyapa (477-495 AD). The 'Lion Rock' is a citadel of unusual beauty rising 200 meters from the scrub jungle. The rock was the innermost stronghold of the 70-hectare fortified town. A moat, rampart, and extensive gardens including the renowned water gardens ring the base of the rock. Visit the worldrenowned frescoes of the 'Heavenly Maidens' of Sigiriya, which are in a sheltered pocket of the rock approached by a spiral stairway. These frescoes are painted in earth pigments on plaster.

→ Overnight stay at Covanro Sigiriya / Tropical Life

Day 4 After breakfast proceed to Kandy via Matale

Visit a spice garden in Matale to see different spices for which Sri Lanka is famous for. Here, clients could see different spices and how some of these spices are grown and processed. Witness a Cookery demonstration. On arrival check in to hotel. Afternoon do a city tour of Kandy. Kandy was the last capital of the Sri Lankan kings which is a World Heritage Site. The name "Kandy" conjures visions of splendor and magnificence. Many of the legends, traditions and folklore are still lovingly kept alive. Drive around the Kandy Lake built by the last Sinhala king, Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe in 1798. Visit the Kandy town and Bazaar, the arts and crafts center, a gem museum and a lapidary. Also visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy. Thereafter witness a Cultural show.

→ Overnight stay at The Grand Kandyan / Hotel Topaz.

Day 5 After breakfast visit the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens

This Botanical Garden was first built as a pleasure garden by a Sinhala king and was expanded by the British. It is 147 acres in extent and provides an amazing variety of trees, plants and flowers. Thereafter proceed to Nuwara Eliya. En route visit the factory and tea plantation. Visit Nuwara Eliya. Nuwara Eliya, because of its invigorating mountain climate and scenery, is Sri Lanka s most popular hill resort. Nuwara Eliya is also the heart of Sri Lanka s tea country producing a significant share of the world best tea. Sri Lanka s highest mountain Pidurutalagala (8282 feet) is located here. Nuwara-Eliya also has one of the finest 18-hole golf courses in South Asia.

→ Overnight stay at The Golden Ridge Hotel / Mirage Kings Cottage

Day 6 After breakfast full day at leisure at the Hotel

→ Overnight stay at The Golden Ridge Hotel / Mirage Kings Cottage

Day 7 After breakfast proceed to Yala

Do a safari of the Yala National Park by jeep. Yala is the largest National Park in Sri Lanka which is the home for wild elephants, wild boars, wild buffaloes, leopards, bears, deer and crocodiles. Large flocks of migratory and indigenous birds are also found here. On completion proceed to the hotel and check-in.

→ Overnight stay at Hilton Weerawila / Chaarya Resort

Day 8 After breakfast proceed to the beach along the southern coastal best of Sri Lanka

Galle was once the chief port of Ceylon. It is still well known for hand-made lace. You can also visit the Galle Fort (spanning 90 acres) which was originally built by the Portuguese and later extended by the Dutch in 1663. This is a World Heritage Site. Continue to Ahungalla/Induruwa and check-in to the hotel.

→ Overnight stay at Heritance Ahungalla / Temple Tree Resort

Day 9 After breakfast rest of the day at leisure.

→ Overnight stay at Heritance Ahungalla / Temple Tree Resort

Day 10 GO HOME

After breakfast transfer to airport in time for departure

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