Where Ancient Kingdoms Meet Coastal Charm
Explore royal ruins, vibrant cultures, misty hills, and golden beaches across Sri Lanka.
This immersive 8-day journey through Sri Lanka is a perfect mix of culture, heritage, and seaside leisure. Begin in the cultural heart of Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa, experience the sacred serenity of Kandy, and embrace the cool tea gardens of Nuwara Eliya. Then, unwind along the golden beaches of Bentota and explore the cosmopolitan vibes of Colombo. Ideal for culture seekers, nature lovers, and leisure travelers, this itinerary showcases Sri Lanka’s historic splendor and coastal beauty in one captivating circuit.
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Destination
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Day 1:Arrival – Airport to Sigiriya (200 km / approx. 4.5 hrs)
- Arrival and pickup from Colombo International Airport
- Transfer to Sigiriya
- Optional: Enroute visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
- Optional: Afternoon climb of Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Overnight in Sigiriya
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Day 2:Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa – Minneriya – Sigiriya (110 km / approx. 2.5 hrs round trip)
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Optional: Visit the Ancient City of Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka’s second medieval capital
- Optional: Afternoon Jeep Safari at Minneriya National Park, famous for wild elephants
- Overnight in Sigiriya
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Day 3:Sigiriya – Matale – Kandy (100 km / approx. 2.5 hrs)
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Drive to Kandy via Matale
- Optional: Visit Dambulla Cave Temple and Spice Garden in Matale
- In Kandy:
- City tour including Upper Lake View, Local Market, and Gem Museum
- Optional: Evening Cultural Dance Show
- Overnight in Kandy
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Day 4: Kandy – Nuwara Eliya (100 km / approx. 3 hrs)
- Breakfast at the hotel & check-out
- Optional: Visit Temple of the Tooth Relic
- Proceed to Nuwara Eliya via Ramboda Falls
- In Nuwara Eliya:
- Visit Tea Factory & Plantation, Gregory Lake
- Optional: Visit Victoria Park
- Overnight in Nuwara Eliya
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Day 5:Nuwara Eliya – Bentota (210 km / approx. 5 hrs 40 min)
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Transfer to Bentota, a coastal beach town
- Free time for relaxation at the hotel or by the beach
- Overnight in Bentota
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Day 6: Bentota – Leisure & Optional Activities
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Optional:
- Boat Safari at Maadu River
- Visit Turtle Hatchery
- Try Water Sports (by own arrangement)
- Leisure time to enjoy the beach
- Overnight in Bentota
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Day 7:Bentota – Colombo (100 km / approx. 1 hr 40 min)
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Proceed to Colombo
- City tour including:
- Galle Face Green, Independence Square, BMICH, and Local Bazaar
- Optional: Visit Gangaramaya Temple
- Overnight in Colombo
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Day 8:Colombo – Airport (40 km / approx. 40 min)
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Check-out and transfer to airport for onward flight
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