Classic Sri Lanka 7-Night Tour: Colombo to Kandy, Nuwara Eliya & Galle | 7 Nights and 8 Days Sri Lanka Package
- Transfer Included
- Stay Included
- Meals Included
- Sightseeing Included
Overview
Itinerary
Arrival in Colombo & City Introduction
Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport (Colombo) and meet your private driver-guide. Transfer to your hotel in Colombo. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a relaxed Colombo city tour covering Galle Face Green, Gangaramaya Temple, and the historic Dutch Period Museum. Evening at leisure to explore local dining.
Tip: Allow time to rest after your flight; light sightseeing helps acclimatize.
Colombo to Kandy via Pinnawala
Depart Colombo after breakfast for Kandy, stopping en route at the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage to observe feeding and bathing sessions. Continue to Kandy and check into your hotel. In the evening, attend a cultural performance showcasing traditional Kandyan dance.
Pilgrimage note: Kandy is a major spiritual center—arrange extra time at the temple if you plan to perform special rituals.
Kandy: Temple of the Tooth & City Exploration
Visit the sacred Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa) in the morning, witnessing the devotional atmosphere. Explore the Kandy Lake, the Royal Botanical Gardens (Peradeniya), and the local markets. Optional short pilgrimage visits can be arranged to nearby temples and shrines.
Important: Dress modestly when entering temples (shoulders and knees covered).
Kandy to Nuwara Eliya — Scenic Tea Country & Train Option
Travel to the hill country. For a memorable experience, opt for the scenic train from Kandy to Nanu Oya (advance booking recommended) — one of the world's most beautiful train rides through tea plantations and misty hills. Arrive in Nuwara Eliya and relax at your colonial-style hotel. Afternoon visit to a tea factory to learn about Sri Lankan tea production.
Train tip: Book window seats early. If you prefer road transfer, enjoy panoramic viewpoints along the A5.
Nuwara Eliya Sightseeing: Lakes, Gardens & Tea Estates
Spend a full day exploring Nuwara Eliya — visit Gregory Lake, Seetha Amman Temple (pilgrimage interest), and stroll through colonial-era town streets. Optionally, head to Horton Plains National Park for the World's End hike (early morning recommended) and see superb mountain vistas.
Horton Plains hike is weather-dependent; wear good walking shoes and carry water.
Nuwara Eliya to Galle — Drive to the Southern Coast
Depart the hill country and drive southwest toward the southern coast. Enjoy changing landscapes from tea hills to coastal scenery. Arrive in Galle, check into your hotel, and take an evening walk along Galle Fort to admire colonial architecture, lighthouse views, and sunset along the ramparts.
Galle Fort is UNESCO-listed and ideal for leisurely exploration—wear comfortable shoes.
Galle & Southern Coast Leisure
Explore Old Town of Galle and its Fortifications in depth — visit the Dutch Reformed Church, Galle Lighthouse, and boutique shops. Optionally enjoy a short beach excursion to Unawatuna or Bentota, with time for water sports, swimming, or relaxation. Return to Galle for an evening meal featuring fresh seafood.
Beach safety: Swim in designated areas and follow local warnings.
Return to Colombo & Departure
After breakfast, drive back to Colombo. Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy additional shopping at Crescat Boulevard or the Independence Memorial Hall area. Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your onward flight.
Note: Allow at least 3–4 hours for airport arrival procedures for international departures.
Inclusions
- Private air-conditioned transfers and transportation throughout the tour
- Accommodation for 7 nights in 3★/4★ hotels (room and breakfast)
- Entrance fees to sights mentioned in the itinerary
- Kandy cultural show
- Private English-speaking driver-guide
- Train ticket (if the train option is selected) — seat class as specified
- Tea factory visit and guided tour
- Airport meet and assistance
Note: Group departures can be arranged on request.
Exclusions
- International airfare to/from Sri Lanka
- Visa fees (ETA) and travel insurance
- Meals not specified in the itinerary and personal expenses
- Gratitudes/tips for guides and drivers (recommended)
- Optional activities and entrance fees not listed under inclusions
- Any items of a personal nature (laundry, minibar, telephone calls)
Important: Prices exclude peak-season surcharges and festival/event related rate changes.
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