Is this tour a joined group tour or is this private tour? Also do you know what time the tour would finish so I can understand the planning for the next part of my trip.

tour starts at 6 am and finish around 8.30pm in colombo but with additional payment can be arrange drop service to southern beaches

just want to know that itinerary

Day 01 - Colombo/ Airport - Sigiriya - Kandy You'll land and get transferred to Kandy, with stops along the way. First, there's the Dambulla Cave Temple where you can see the ancient rock temples that have been preserved for centuries. After that, you'll climb Sigiriya Rock, which gives you really nice views from the top. The day continues at the Temple of the Sacred Tooth, one of Kandy's most important Buddhist sites. Before checking into your hotel, you'll stop at Kandy View Point to look out over the city and the lake. Dinner and overnight at your hotel. Day 02 - Kandy - Nuwara eliya - Ella After breakfast, you're heading to Ella, but not without visiting a tea factory on the way. There you'll see how tea actually gets made and try some fresh tea right where it's grown in Sri Lanka's tea estates. The real highlight is the train ride from Nanu Oya to Ella, which is genuinely one of the more beautiful train routes you can take. From your seat, you'll see tea plantations rolling across hills and valleys the whole way. Once you arrive, check in at your hotel, have dinner, and stay the night. Day 03 - Ella - Colombo / Airport\u00a0 You'll start after breakfast with a hike to Little Adam's Peak, walking through tea plantations, forests, and across streams to reach the summit with its views. Next is Ravana Falls, which has an interesting history tied to local mythology. Then you're off to Udawalawe National Park for a safari where you'll look for elephants, leopards, deer, and different bird species in their natural surroundings. From there, you'll be transferred to Colombo City, Negombo City, or the airport for your flight out.

Are you able to assist in booking my pre-accommodation as well?

Yes we can do the pre accomodation as well, please advice arrival date details so we can assist.

can I organise pick up in Mirissa?

Yes, we can arrange pickups from Mirissa for you. Please note that an additional fee of USD 100 will apply for this service. We may need to revise the itinerary slightly to accommodate this arrangement.

We are wondering if you could pick us up in our hotel in Colombo to start the Tour. We would like to know as well what will be the pick up time (start) and drop off at the hotel in Colombo.

We will arrive in Colombo at Friday 22h

I wanted to know if we can join your 3 days tour and to leave in 23in the afternoon or 24th of December in the morning to India. I want to make sure to see their traditional Sir Lanka dance and music. also if we stay in better hotels 4 stars at least especially second night.

Traditional dance show depends as per time, 4 star hotels will check update you.

Can we be picked from our hotel in Colombo in the morning? How many bags are we allowed on the tour? We will have a total of 3 suitcases and 2 cabin bags. Can you arrange to store extra bags till the tour returns to Colombo?

if your arrival is on 11pm on 6th better to stay nearby the airport transit hotel and start on next day morning would be more suitable. sure you can keep the bags in Colombo will arrange that.

what time do we get back to the city? I would love to book this tour but my flight would leave 18:15 so I would need to be at the airport for 16:45

In final day We can drop at 16.45 p.m at the air port in final day.

can you please let me know approx what time the tour starts on day 1? Just trying to plan my flight accordingly. And assuming the 3 day itinerary means 2 nights' accommodation, correct?

The tour on Day 1 generally starts in the morning 06.00 A.M. And yes, the 3-day itinerary includes 2 nights' accommodation.

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Day 1
Colombo/Negombo/Airport to Kandy
Colombo/Negombo/Airport to Kandy
Start point
Negombo, Gampaha, Sri Lanka (Colombo / Negombo / Bandaranayaka International Airport, 00:05 - 23:55)
Meals
Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel Topaz Kandy or similar hotel), Hotel 4* (Mount Randholee Resorts & Spa or similar hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Dambulla Cave Temple (UNESCO) with 2,000-year-old murals and Buddha statues
- Climb Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress (UNESCO) to see frescoes, Mirror Wall and summit palace ruins
- Visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy
- Walk around Kandy Lake
- Sunset at Kandy View Point
Landmarks
Dambulla Cave Temple
Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Kandy Lake
Kandy View Point
Day 2
Kandy to Ella
Kandy to Ella
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Oak Ray La Ella Breeze or similar hotel)
Included Activities
- Tour working tea factory with tasting
- Train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella through tea estates, waterfalls and mountains
Optional Activities
- Stop at Ramboda Falls
Landmarks
Ramboda Falls
Day 3
Ella to Colombo/Negombo/Airport
Ella to Colombo/Negombo/Airport
End point
Negombo, Gampaha, Sri Lanka (Colombo / Negombo / Bandaranayaka International Airport, 00:05 - 23:55)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk up Little Adam's Peak for panoramic views
- Jeep safari at Udawalawe National Park with herds of wild elephants, water buffalo, crocodiles and birdlife
Optional Activities
- Stop at Ravana Falls
Landmarks
Little Adam's Peak
Ravana Falls
Udawalawe National Park

Landmarks
Dambulla Cave Temple
Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Kandy Lake
Kandy View Point

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Ramboda Falls

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Udawalawe National Park

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Lorraine4.5•October 2026
Rukshan was an excellent guide throughout the 3 days.
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Lena5.0•April 2026
It was great! Thank you for everything. I was alone with krish so he organized everything after my needs. Everything...
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Dear Lena, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re truly delighted to hear that you had a great experience on your 3-day tour. It’s especially nice to know that Krish was able to tailor everything to your needs and make your journey both enjoyable and memorable. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him—he’ll be very happy to hear them! It’s great that you found the activities interesting and had fun along the way. Creating personalized and enjoyable experiences is exactly what we strive for. Thank you again for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Sri Lanka for another adventure in the future! Warm regards, Apple Vacations Team
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Szymon5.0•March 2026
Have had a fab trip - thanks to Ranga , who makes sure I have fantastic experience and amazing time. Definitely...
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Dear Szymon, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that you had a fantastic trip and such an enjoyable experience. It’s especially great to know that Ranga took such good care of you and made your journey memorable—we will be sure to share your kind words with him. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us. Thank you for choosing Apple Vacations, and we hope to welcome you again for another amazing experience in Sri Lanka! Warm regards, Apple Vacations Team
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Brett5.0•March 2026
Danish did a great job.
Traveled in March 2026
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Dear Brett, Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Danish did a great job and helped make your 3-day tour a memorable experience. Your appreciation means a lot, and we’ll be sure to pass it along to him. We hope to welcome you back for another wonderful journey with Apple Vacations in the future! Warm regards, Apple Vacations Team
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Patricia5.0•August 2025
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Laurie
Asked on September 8th, 2026
What time should we plan to arrive at airport for flights at the end of day 3?
Flights / Transfers
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written September 2026
  maximum by 9pm
- L
  Laurie
  Traveler•Written September 2026
  What should be the earliest flight time?
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written September 2026
  You can book a flight on after 1. 00 a.m
A
Amber
Asked on August 4th, 2026
Is this tour a joined group tour or is this private tour? Also do you know what time the tour would finish so I can understand the planning for the next part of my trip.
Group size
Tour Details
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written August 2026
  tour starts at 6 am and finish around 8.30pm in colombo but with additional payment can be arrange drop service to southern beaches
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written August 2026
  it's group tour can upgrade to private tour
- A
  Amber
  Traveler•Written August 2026
  Is it possible to pay extra and be dropped off at Plantation Villa, Wattalaya Watta, Nehinna, Dodangoda, Kalutara 12000, Sri Lanka. Is so please let me know how much.
- A
  Amber
  Traveler•Written August 2026
  Please let me know what time am I likely to arrive at plantation Villa on Day 3
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written August 2026
  For the drop-off on Day 3, you are likely to arrive at Plantation Villa around 8:00 PM.
V
Vicky
Asked on February 12th, 2026
just want to know that itinerary
Tour Details
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written February 2026
  Day 01 - Colombo/ Airport - Sigiriya - Kandy
  
  You'll land and get transferred to Kandy, with stops along the way. First, there's the Dambulla Cave Temple where you can see the ancient rock temples that have been preserved for centuries. After that, you'll climb Sigiriya Rock, which gives you really nice views from the top. The day continues at the Temple of the Sacred Tooth, one of Kandy's most important Buddhist sites. Before checking into your hotel, you'll stop at Kandy View Point to look out over the city and the lake. Dinner and overnight at your hotel.
  
  Day 02 - Kandy - Nuwara eliya - Ella
  
  After breakfast, you're heading to Ella, but not without visiting a tea factory on the way. There you'll see how tea actually gets made and try some fresh tea right where it's grown in Sri Lanka's tea estates. The real highlight is the train ride from Nanu Oya to Ella, which is genuinely one of the more beautiful train routes you can take. From your seat, you'll see tea plantations rolling across hills and valleys the whole way. Once you arrive, check in at your hotel, have dinner, and stay the night.
  
  Day 03 - Ella - Colombo / Airport\u00a0
  
  You'll start after breakfast with a hike to Little Adam's Peak, walking through tea plantations, forests, and across streams to reach the summit with its views. Next is Ravana Falls, which has an interesting history tied to local mythology. Then you're off to Udawalawe National Park for a safari where you'll look for elephants, leopards, deer, and different bird species in their natural surroundings. From there, you'll be transferred to Colombo City, Negombo City, or the airport for your flight out.
G
Graham
Asked on January 12th, 2026
Are you able to assist in booking my pre-accommodation as well?
Accommodation
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written January 2026
  Yes we can do the pre accomodation as well, please advice arrival date details so we can assist.
A
Antonio
Asked on November 20th, 2025
can I organise pick up in Mirissa?
Transport
Travel Support
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written November 2025
  Yes, we can arrange pickups from Mirissa for you. Please note that an additional fee of USD 100 will apply for this service. We may need to revise the itinerary slightly to accommodate this arrangement.
F
Frances
Asked on November 8th, 2025
We are wondering if you could pick us up in our hotel in Colombo to start the Tour. We would like to know as well what will be the pick up time (start) and drop off at the hotel in Colombo.
Tour Details
Transport
- F
  Frances
  Traveler•Written November 2025
  We will arrive in Colombo at Friday 22h
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written November 2025
  The 3 days tour will be starting at colombo 06.00 a.m. In final day we will drop at 07 to 08 P.m in colombo. If you like we will start the tour on 23 Nov.
T
Tim
Asked on November 6th, 2025
I wanted to know if we can join your 3 days tour and to leave in 23in the afternoon or 24th of December in the morning to India. I want to make sure to see their traditional Sir Lanka dance and music. also if we stay in better hotels 4 stars at least especially second night.
Accommodation
Tour Details
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written November 2025
  Traditional dance show depends as per time, 4 star hotels will check update you.
- T
  Tim
  Traveler•Written November 2025
  Can you pick us up from our hotel the next day in the morning of 21 of December instead of the airport to start the tour with you guys and the last day leave us at a hotel since we get there at night to fly to India the next morning. What time your tour starts.
- T
  Tim
  Traveler•Written November 2025
  How we get to Kandy since our first day Tour is from Kandy.
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written November 2025
  4 star hotels will be addtinally charges and its depends on the availability as you are arriving on high peak season. As per tour plan we offer two accomodation only 01st hotel in Kandy and 02nd in Ella.
- T
  Tim
  Traveler•Written November 2025
  if we have to pay for our flight, how we get it and where we get it.
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written November 2025
  From day 01 to untill last day no internatl flights involved on the tour.
- T
  Tim
  Traveler•Written November 2025
  we are in the car or bus or train and how far is until kandy
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written November 2025
  Its a group tour and maximum number of 07 pax. Day 01 - Colombo to Sigiriya around 03 and half hours (breakfast stop available after 2 and half hours) after Sigiriya sightseeing will transfer to Kandy (Sigiriya to Kandy travel time around 2 and half hours)
- T
  Tim
  Traveler•Written November 2025
  me and my husband what kind of room we should get
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written November 2025
  If you place the booking for two people, you will get the one double room.
J
Jacob
Asked on November 4th, 2025
Can we be picked from our hotel in Colombo in the morning? How many bags are we allowed on the tour? We will have a total of 3 suitcases and 2 cabin bags. Can you arrange to store extra bags till the tour returns to Colombo?
Tour Details
Transport
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written November 2025
  if your arrival is on 11pm on 6th better to stay nearby the airport transit hotel and start on next day morning would be more suitable. sure you can keep the bags in Colombo will arrange that.
G
Greg
Asked on November 2nd, 2025
what time do we get back to the city? I would love to book this tour but my flight would leave 18:15 so I would need to be at the airport for 16:45
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written November 2025
  In final day We can drop at 16.45 p.m at the air port in final day.
R
Robert
Asked on September 25th, 2025
can you please let me know approx what time the tour starts on day 1? Just trying to plan my flight accordingly. And assuming the 3 day itinerary means 2 nights' accommodation, correct?
Accommodation
Tour Details
- Apple Vacations Pvt LtdOperator•Written September 2025
  The tour on Day 1 generally starts in the morning 06.00 A.M. And yes, the 3-day itinerary includes 2 nights' accommodation.

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