Sri Lanka Trip
• 15 May, 2026 for 7 Nights, 8 Days
• Price (USD): 575 / Person (Double Sharing) x 2 Pax Total: 1,150 /- (inc. Tax)
Hotels
1st Night at Sigiriya - Goddess Garden / Similar (Standard) - Bed and Breakfast • 1 Double Room (2 Pax)
2nd Night at Kandy - Waters Spring Hotel / Similar (Standard) - Bed and Breakfast • 1 DELUXE - DBL (2 Pax)
3rd Night at Nuwara Eliya - The Panorama Green View Hotel / Similar (Standard) - Bed and Breakfast • 1 Deluxe Room - DBL (2 Pax)
4th Night at Ella - The Peak Ella / Similar (Standard) - Bed and Breakfast • 1 Double Room - DBL (2 Pax)
5th Night at Tissamaharama - The Grand Yala Hotel / Similar (Standard) - Bed and Breakfast • 1 Double Room (2 Pax)
6th, 7th Nights at Weligama - Jaga Bay Resort / Similar (Standard) - Bed and Breakfast • 1 Double Room (2 Pax)
Inclusions
+ Luxury car (vehicle type: Honda Fit Shuttle, Toyota Prius, or similar vehicle, depending on the availability)
+ Seating Capacity: 3 passengers + Luggage
+ Transportation by air-conditioned private vehicle with an English tour leader till the end of the enlistment
+ Parking and paging at the airport
+ Local insurance for the vehicle and Passenger
+ Highway Toll-Free
+ GPS Monitoring Systems in Vehicles
+ All taxes, fuel surcharges, and service fees are included
+ Meal Plan for the Hotel: as per mentioned
+ Water Bottle on Arrival (one mineral water bottle per person/ day)
+ City tour and sightseeing
+ Meet and greet services with assistance at the airport
+ Complimentary SIM card for groups
+ Chauffeur Meals and Accommodation
+ Arrangement of Foods for North Indian, Halal, Vegetarian, Non-Vegetarian
+ GST, VAT, and Service Charges
Exclusions
- Entrance fees for music or site tickets
- Train Tickets
- 4 x 4 Jeep for Safari
- Any expenses of a personal nature like laundry charges, tips, etc.
- Early check-in and late check-out
- Flight tickets and visa charges
Day Wise Itinerary
1st Day - Friday 15th May, 2026 - Colombo to Sigiriya - Welcome and Enroute Sightseeing
We'll welcome you at your hotel and then embark on our journey to Sigiriya, where adventure and stunning sights await.
Visit the Golden Cave Temple at Dambulla along the way.
Depending on where the elephants are, you may go on a 4x4 safari in the evening at Minneriya, Kaudulla, or Hurulu Eco National Park.
After a long and tiring day of exploration, if you're looking for some relaxation, you can indulge in the best Ayurvedic herbal massage at a spa conveniently located near the hotel. This rejuvenating experience will help you unwind and refresh, leaving you feeling completely relaxed and revitalized.
Distance between Colombo and Sigiriya: 180 km
Travel Time: 3 hr. 45 min
Highlights of the day: Dambulla Golden Cave Temple, Eco National Parks 4x4 Jeep Safari
2nd Day - Saturday 16th May, 2026 - Sigiriya to Kandy - With Trek to Sigiriya Rock and enroute sightseeing
Wake up early and climb Sigiriya Rock. This is an opportunity to take some amazing pictures of the rock formation and city before the sun becomes too hot. Afterward, head back to your hotel for breakfast and then drive to Kandy.
On the way, we'll stop to visit the ancient Nalanda Gedige, a beautifully preserved site rich in history. Next, we'll explore the Matale Spice Garden (for a brief visit), where you'll get a glimpse of Sri Lanka's renowned spices. After that, as part of your Kandy city tour, we'll visit a Hindu temple, adding a cultural and spiritual touch to the day's journey.
In the evening, view the traditional Kandyan cultural dance performance and the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.
Distance between Sigiriya and Kandy: 86 km
Travel Time: 2 hr. 30 min
Highlights of the day: Sigiriya Rock, Nalanda Gedige, Matale Spice Garden, Hindu temple, Kandy city tour, Traditional Kandyan Cultural Dance Performance, Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
3rd Day - Sunday 17th May, 2026 - Kandy to Nuwara Eliya - Enroute Sightseeing with Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens
After breakfast, go to the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens and the Gem Museum and Workshop in Kandy before continuing to Nuwara Eliya
Visit Sri Bhaktha Hanuman Temple, Ramboda Falls, a tea factory, and a tea plantation and Shanthipura View Point along the road.
Distance between Kandy and Nuwara Eliya: 77 km
Travel Time: 3 hr.
Highlights of the day: Gem Museum and Workshop, Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens, Sri Bhaktha Hanuman Temple, Ramboda Falls, Shanthipura View Point, Tea Plantation and Tea Factory
4th Day - Monday 18th May, 2026 - Nuwara Eliya to Ella - Transfer with Scenic Train Ride
Today, experience the world-famous train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella, renowned as one of the most scenic train rides in the world.
If tickets are secured for the morning train (around 9:00 AM), you will board directly for a breathtaking ride through lush tea plantations, misty mountains, and picturesque valleys.
If tickets are for the afternoon train (before 1:30 PM), you will first explore some highlights of Nuwara Eliya, including the scenic Gregory Lake, the colonial charm of The Grand Hotel, and the historic Nuwara Eliya Post Office, before boarding your train to Ella.
Upon arrival in Ella, enjoy an evening hike up Little Adam's Peak, where you'll be rewarded with panoramic views of the hill country.
Distance between Nuwara Eliya and Ella: 55 km
Travel Time: 2 hr (by road) | 3–4 hr (by train)
Highlights of the day: Scenic train ride Nanu Oya → Ella, Gregory Lake (time permitting), The Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya (time permitting), Nuwara Eliya Post Office (time permitting), Little Adam's Peak, Ella
5th Day - Tuesday 19th May, 2026 - Ella to Tissamaharama - Enroute Sightseeing
After enjoying your breakfast at the hotel, you'll hit the road for Tissamaharama.
Before heading directly to Tissamaharama, we'll stop to explore the famous Nine Arches Bridge, a stunning architectural marvel surrounded by lush greenery. Along the way, we'll also visit the Buduruwagala Temple in Wellawaya, known for its ancient rock carvings and serene atmosphere. After these enriching stops, we'll continue our journey to Tissamaharama.
Evening Yala National Park (Sri Lanka's most popular and biggest marine park) offers a thrilling evening 4x4 safari along the coast of the Indian Ocean.
Distance between Ella and Tissamaharama: 88 km
Travel Time: 2 hr.
Highlights of the day: Yala National Park Safari, Nine Arches Bridge, Buduruwagala Temple
6th Day - Wednesday 20th May, 2026 - Tissamaharama to Mirissa - Enroute Sightseeing
After enjoying a delicious breakfast at the hotel, we'll embark on our journey to Mirissa, where pristine beaches and coastal beauty await you.
Along the way, we'll make a fascinating stop at a Snake Farm, where you'll have the opportunity to observe various species of snakes and learn about their habitats, behaviors, and the role they play in local ecosystems. It's both informative and thrilling!
If you're interested, you also have the option to enjoy a peaceful boat ride at Tissamaharama Lake—a great way to soak in the natural surroundings. For something more adventurous, we can arrange the Nilwala Crocodile Safari in Matara, offering a close-up view of crocodiles in their natural riverine habitat.
After these exciting experiences, we'll continue our drive to the beautiful beachside town of Mirissa.
Spend the evening relaxing at your beach hotel, unwinding to the sound of the waves.
Distance between Tissamaharama and Mirissa: 120 km
Travel Time: 2 hr.
Highlights of the day: Snake farm, Leisure at the beach resort
7th Day - Thursday 21st May, 2026 - Mirissa - Sightseeing
Watching whales from Mirissa as early as 6:30 in the morning. You should go back to the hotel and spend the rest of the day exploring Parrot Rock and watching the sunset from Coconut Tree Hill.
Recreation at the beachfront hotel
Highlights of the day: Blue whale watching, Parrot Rock, Coconut Tree Hill
8th Day - Friday 22nd May, 2026 - Mirissa to Colombo Airport - Departure
Prepare to say goodbye to Sri Lanka as you have a hearty breakfast at the hotel before checking out. You will be taken to Bandaranaike International Airport, from whence you may continue to your home country.
Distance between Mirissa and Airport(CMB): 180 km
Travel Time: 2 hr. 45 min
When traveling to the airport, depending on the flight time we discuss below, Visit the Sea Turtle Hatchery & Rescue Center next, followed by the Madu River Boat Safari, Galle Dutch Fort (Galle Fort, on the Bay of Galle on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka, was initially constructed in 1588 by the Portuguese, then significantly strengthened by the Dutch throughout the 17th century from 1649 on) and Moonstone Mines at Meetiyagoda
Entrance fees and other charges (you can skip any activities if you don't want to do them)
Sigiriya
- Dambulla Golden Cave Temple entrance fee: 3000 LKR per person
- Pidurangala entrance fee: 1000 LKR per person
- Sigiriya Lions Rock entrance fee: 36 USD Per Person
- Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park entrance fee + Half Day 4X4 Jeep Safari: 135 USD (For the group of 2 Pax)
Kandy
- Traditional Kandyan Cultural Dance Performance entrance fee: 2500 LKR per person
- The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic entrance fee: 2000 LKR per person
- Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens entrance fee: 3750 LKR per person
Nuwara Eliya
- Victoria Park Garden entrance fee: 2 USD per person
- Lake Gregory entrance fee: 1000 LKR per person
Ella
- Train ticket for Nanu Oya to Ella: 1500 LKR to 7,000 LKR per person
- Buduruwagala Rock Temple entrance fee: 950 LKR for Per Person
Yala
- Yala National Park Entrance fee + Half-day 4X4 Jeep Safari: 140 USD (For the group of 2 Pax)
Mirissa
- Snake: 3,000 LKR Per Person
- Boat charges for whale watching: 65 USD Per person
Bentota
- The Sea Turtle Hatchery & Rescue entrance fee: 10 USD per person
- Boat charges for Madu River boat safari: 25 USD Per person
Complementary Included
- Visit a tea factory or tea plantation with a cup of tea. Each Person
- free visit to the art and craft center
- Free Visit to the Gem Museum and Lapidary
- Free Visit to the Ceylon Batik Factory
- Free entrance to the strawberry farm
- Free Entrance to the Colombo Casino
Conditions
- The hotels mentioned above will only be confirmed on availability when booking. If otherwise, suitable alternatives will be suggested before confirmation.
- Consumption of alcohol during "Poya Days" at bars, clubs, and other public areas of the hotel and the operation of similar forms of entertainment establishments is prohibited by law in Sri Lanka. It is recommended that clients contact reception to obtain their respective formalities during their holiday.
- Hotel check-in time is 1400 hrs., and check-out is at 1100 hrs.
- All transfer times mentioned above vary depending on traffic flow and road conditions.
Climate and seasons:
In the Lowlands, the Climate is generally tropical, with an average temperature of about 27 degrees Celsius in Colombo. In higher elevations, however, it can be cold, with temperatures dropping to as low as 16 degrees Celsius. Bright and Sunny days are the norm and are common even during the height of the Monsoon - climatically, Sri Lanka has no offseason. The southwest monsoon brings rain from May to July to the western, southern, and central regions of the island. At the same time, the northeast monsoon rains occur in the northern and eastern areas in December and January.
