Sri Lanka 8 Days Itinerary

When you land at the Bandaranaike International Airport, our representative will be there to receive and welcome you. After the friendly reception, you will sit in a comfortable air-conditioned private vehicle and commence the travel to Sigiriya.

En route the first stop will be at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage to see the adult and baby elephants bathing in the river. Proceed to Sigiriya following the experience and climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress with its ancient history, intriguing frescos and stunning vistas from the top. Later, check in for an overnight stay at Sigiriya.

After breakfast you will head to Kandy with beautiful experiences on the ride. Your first destination is a Spice Garden to discover some of the fragrant spices of Sri Lanka and learn how they are sourced. Good quality spices from the garden are also available to purchase if you wish.

Proceed to the Peradeniya Botanical garden and walk through the impressive botanical gardens which are one of the best of its kind in Asia. When you get to Kandy pay a visit to the Gem Museum where you will discover Sri Lanka’s fascinating gem history and see some rare collections on display.

In the evening you can leisurely enjoy a Kandyan Cultural Dance Show and later visit the Temple of Tooth Relic (Dalada Maligawa). You will spend the night at Kandy.

After breakfast and check out of the hotel, proceed on your drive to Nuwara Eliya. First stop will be at Ambuluwawa Tower where you can admire the impressive architectural design of this unique tower and the 360 degree panoramic top view. So a ‘Thrill climb’ with a view is deserved.

Next you will visit a tea estate and factory to see how tea is produced and have a fresh cup of tea. On arrival at Nuwara Eliya, proceed to the Seetha Amman Temple associated with Ramayana era and beautiful mountain around.

You'll also be taken to the cool climes of Hakgala Botanical Gardens. After you can relax at Gregory Park or partake in park activities.

After breakfast you will proceed to Ella. En-route will visit the famed Nine Arch Bridge. This trip includes walking through tea estates and along the railway track to arrive at the view point. There is some fun scenery around the bridge that will make this one photo stop you won't forget.

Relax at the end of the day on your own private balcony or head downstairs to Rawana Pool Club, Sri Lanka’s first international pool club. With spectacular mountainous scenery and fun relaxation activities, this is a great way to unwind and bank up some holiday enjoyment before retiring for the night back at your hotel in Ella.

After breakfast, you will depart Ella for Yala with thrilling en-route stopovers. First, you go to the Rawana Cave which is of historical value & gives a little adventurous climb. The interior is safely accessible for only a short distance due to safety issues, but it's an experience of a unique kind nonetheless.

Next hop off at Rawana Falls, an exquisite natural waterfall that can be seen from the main road. Linger to check out the views, snap some photos and taste some roadside snacks. Spend the night in relaxation near national park.

After breakfast embark on an exciting jeep safari at the Yala National Park. This is one of the best places in Sri Lanka to see animals including leopards, wild boar, deer and elephants & various species of birds. That’s not to say the landscapes within the park are lacking, and nature lovers will enjoy what they see.

After safari head to famous beach city down south Sri Lank called Mirissa. Later, pay the visit to Coconut Hill for a panoramic view of the beautiful coastline with coconut trees above. Enjoy a leisure time at the beach in the evening and overnight stay in Mirissa.

Begin your day with a morning boat trip in Mirissa to go whale watching. A few miles off shore we’ll see some of the world’s largest animals including blue whales, humpback whales, and dolphins. This is one of the most extraordinary experiences in the ocean that you can ever experience on your holiday in Sri Lanka.

It is after the whale watching cruise head out to Bentota and keeps your excitement with a boat ride on Madhu River. This wonderful ride on calm waterways is great for nature enthusiasts who also want a logistic transport.

You can later do water sports in Bentota river like jet skiing, banana boat ride and wind surfing. Later pay a visit to the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery where you can see adult and baby turtles, as well as learn about turtle conservation. Relax at the end of your day and spend the night in Bentota beach.

After breakfast you drive to Colombo, a peaceful journey without any visits enroute. Upon arrival, you may visit the Gangaramaya Temple that is one of the important temples in Sri Lanka revered for its extraordinary architecture and heritage.

Later,  walk around Independence Square which is a historical monument with well-paved paths, and beautiful playgrounds. Then go for some shopping at a famous Colombo mall and if you need reasonably priced souvenirs, as well visit one of the local markets. In the evening sit back at Galle Face Green along street food and kite flying scenes with the sound of waves breaking.

Last but not least stop by the Lotus Tower and enjoy a stunning view over the city of Colombo from the observation desk. Our chauffeur guide will safely take you to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure.