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A visit to Sri Lanka will stay with you forever. We’re talking nature, wildlife, food, culture, and history everywhere you look. Head to the Golden Cave Temple, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth, and learn traditional Kandyan dance. How about visiting Ceylon tea plantations and spice gardens? UNESCO-listed Sigiriya Rock Fortress will make your jaw drop to the floor, and the beaches? Mindblowing.
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Our family of four booked recently returned from a tour of Sri Lanka with Beauty Lanka Travels. The reservation was straightforward and communication was very good. We made a few changes to the 'standard' itinerary to suit our preferences and Beauty Lanka were very accommodating and responsive to our requests. The tour itself was an amazing experience, combining wildlife tours while also learning of Sri Lankan culture. Hotels and food options were also excellent. Our guide for the tour, Nilantha, was absolutely fantastic. He took care of all of our needs and allowed us to modify the itinerary as we desired along route. Hearing from local guides gave us a much broader experience on the tour and we very much hope to visit this part of the world again in the future.
Splendour of Sri Lanka - (8 Days and 7 Nights tour in Sri Lanka)This was a 7 day tour of rural Sri Lanka in a car with 2 other travellers, a retired Dutch couple. Our driver/guide was Sameendra, a really good guy. Knowledgeable & resourceful. The 4 of us got on really well & had a great tour. Highlights included climbing Lion rock near Sirigiya for the sunrise, visiting the Sacred Tooth temple at Kandy, stunning scenery at Ella & a wildlife safari at Yala where we saw elephants, buffalo, deer, mongeese & even a leopard. Not everything went to plan. A train strike meant we couldn’t take the scheduled train ride but Sameendra had contingency plans. Some of the accommodation was mediocre (some was good). The food was all excellent. The breakfasts were included. Other meals were extra but Sameendra knew good places to go. The value of this tour was Sameendra who knows everyone at each location I can certainly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to get a great overview of what rural Sri Lanka has to offer in a week
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Splendour of Sri Lanka - (8 Days and 7 Nights tour in Sri Lanka)
“everything was organised perfectly, and I felt safe, relaxed, and well looked after throughout the trip.”
Dawna, traveled in June
Sri Lanka's wonders range from Sigiriya Rock Fortress to Yala National Park's wildlife. Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, Kandy's Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, and tea plantations in Nuwara Eliya before whale watching in Mirissa. Handpicked hotels offer daily breakfast.
Duration 8 days Destinations Dambulla, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala National Park, Tissamaharama, Galle, Mirissa, Colombo Age Range Ages 10+ Operated in English, German Operator Beauty Lanka Travels From $560
23% Off- US$431
Splendour Of Sri Lanka (7 Days) Upgrade to Private Tour Available
“the tour was excellent and I would highly recommend it”
Rita, traveled in August
Explore UNESCO site Sigiriya Rock Fortress, spot leopards in Yala National Park, and ride scenic trains through Nuwara Eliya tea country. Stay at Lavish Resort Sigiriya, Ganga Addara Kandy, and Jaga Bay Mirissa. Includes daily breakfast and comfortable AC transport with English guides.
Duration 7 days Destinations Colombo, Dambulla, Sigiriya, Kaudulla National Park, Matale, Kandy, Peradeniya, Ramboda, Nuwara Eliya, Nanu OyaSee all destinations Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Beauty Lanka Travels From $495
10% Off- US$446
Sri Lanka 14 Days All in one Classic Tour
“We had a great time during our tour with Mango Vacations.”
Chris, traveled in August
A comprehensive 14-day tour visits 14 cities across Sri Lanka for around $1,100. Comfortable 3-4 star hotels serve as bases for exploring UNESCO sites Sigiriya, Dambulla Cave Temple, and Polonnaruwa. Highlights include safaris in Minneriya and Yala National Parks, scenic train ride to Ella, and relaxation in Mirissa.
Duration 14 days Destinations Colombo, Pinnawala, Dambulla, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Anuradhapura, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, TissamaharamaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, French Operator Mango Vacations From
10% Off- US$900
Lifetime Experience In Sri Lanka
“The tour accommodated our needs and adjusted the tours. We highly recommend this tour.”
Susan, traveled in March
Sri Lanka's UNESCO treasures await, from Sigiriya Rock Fortress to Dambulla Cave Temple, with luxury stays at Topaz Hotel in Kandy. The tour features village cooking demos, visits to Damro Tea plantations, and thrilling wildlife safaris at Yala National Park.
Duration 8 days Destinations Negombo, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala, Matara, Galle, Bentota, Colombo Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Spanish Operator BH Lanka Tours From $1,505
20% Off- US$1,204
Timeless Trails: Unveiling Sri Lanka's Rich History
“The tour was really cool and exciting, and we enjoyed the trip to 100%.”
Sascha, traveled in October
Sri Lanka's diverse landscapes unfold from Sigiriya Rock fortress to Kandy's Sacred Tooth temple and Nuwara Eliya's tea estates. Visit Yala National Park for safaris, ride the iconic Ella train, and unwind in Mirissa's beaches, staying at selected 3-4 star hotels.
Duration 8 days Destinations Negombo, Dambulla, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala National Park, Tissamaharama, MirissaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian Operator Mango Vacations From
20% Off- US$550
Best Touch Of Sri Lanka
“Sri Lanka provided many great experiences, such vast array of landscapes and views. The food including a cooking demonstration, wildlife from small colourful birds to huge elephants, and the friendly helpful people gave us an experience we will never forg”
Markus, traveled in February
Explore UNESCO wonders from Anuradhapura's ancient ruins to Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Stay at premium hotels like Lily's Resort Habarana and The Swiss Residence Kandy while experiencing Yala's wildlife, tea plantations in Nuwara Eliya, and traditional village life near Dambulla, ending at colonial Galle Fort.
Duration 10 days Destinations Negombo, Anuradhapura, Dambulla, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala, Mirissa, Hikkaduwa, BentotaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Spanish Operator Capital Lanka Tours From $1,590
25% Off- US$1,193
Sri Lanka Intro Tour
“One of the wonderful and well managed trips I have ever.”
Murph, traveled in November
The itinerary features UNESCO sites like Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Dambulla Cave Temple. Highlights include Kandy's Sacred Tooth Relic Temple and cultural performances. Wildlife viewing at Udawalawe National Park, home to 400 elephants, complemented by comfortable 3-star accommodations throughout.
Duration 8 days Destinations Colombo, Dambulla, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Matale, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Udawalawe National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Dutch, Russian Operator Passage Holidays From $1,890
50% Off- US$945
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Best time to visit Sri Lanka
- Fall / Autumn 2026
Autumn creates ideal conditions for discovering Sri Lanka's heartland, with well-crafted 12-day touring options. September through November works perfectly for mixing cultural visits with wildlife watching - you'll explore ancient temples in the cool morning hours, watch elephants gather at water holes later in the day and stay in hotels that really capture each area's local character. Our travelers often mention loving the autumn tour pace - there's proper time to understand places like the Dambulla caves, learn about spice growing in private gardens and also experience daily life in the tea regions around Nuwara Eliya.
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- November 2026 popular 684 tours
- Winter 2026 / 2027
Want to visit Sri Lanka in winter and combine culture with wildlife perfectly? Enjoy time in the capital, Colombo, explore temples, and go on wildlife safaris in national parks, coastal areas, and cultural sites throughout the island. Winter brings the ideal weather for exploring everything Sri Lanka's offering. It's the season when both cultural touring and wildlife viewing hit perfect conditions at the exact same time.
- December 2026 popular 674 tours
- January 2027 625 tours
- February 2027 616 tours
- Spring 2027
Spring opens up some really engaging touring possibilities across Sri Lanka's diverse landscapes. The most popular 12-day routes take in the Cultural Triangle's ancient ruins, the rolling tea estates of Nuwara Eliya and also the southern coastal stretches. March to May gives you solid wildlife viewing chances - you might catch elephants splashing in the river at Minneriya or spot crocodiles basking at Yala. What makes spring special is how varied the experiences are - you'll cook with local families in their homes, take that spectacular train ride through tea country and enjoy quiet evenings in Mirissa when the beaches are less busy.
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- Summer 2027
Summer tours shift focus to Sri Lanka's calmer eastern waters and prime wildlife areas. The best routes run 10-14 days, linking cultural sites with excellent wildlife watching in Yala National Park where leopards appear more frequently from May through September. Our guests really value the accommodation mix - you might stay in luxury tents near the parks, heritage hotels in the hills and also beachside properties in places like Trincomalee. These summer journeys include practical experiences like village cooking sessions, tea picking in the highlands and early safari drives when animals are most active.
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- July 2027 541 tours
- August 2027 popular 542 tours
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