Sri Lanka · Culture

7-Day Sri Lanka Highlights Tour with Sigiriya, Ella Train and Bentota

7 Days Round trip from Kandy - Jaffna Hwy Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the famous Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy
  • 02 Climb Sigiriya Lion Rock, one of Sri Lanka's most iconic historical sites
  • 03 Explore a tea factory and tea plantation on the scenic route to Nuwara Eliya
  • 04 Ride the beautiful train route from Nuwara Eliya to Ella
  • 05 Relax in Bentota with beach time, water sports, and a visit to a turtle hatchery

Browse some of Sri Lanka's best-known destinations on this 7-day journey from Sigiriya to Bentota. Discover the country's temples, historical architecture, caves, cultural shows, waterfalls, scenic mountain landscapes, and the old railway route as you travel through Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, and Bentota. From climbing Sigiriya Lion Rock and visiting the Temple of the Tooth Relic to exploring tea plantations, riding one of Sri Lanka's most beautiful train routes, and relaxing by the beach, this tour offers a varied introduction to Sri Lankan culture and scenery.

From climbing Sigiriya Lion Rock and visiting the Temple of the Tooth Relic to exploring tea plantations, riding one of Sri Lanka's most beautiful train routes, and relaxing by the beach, this tour offers a varied introduction to Sri Lankan culture and scenery.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Kandy, Dambulla, Bentota, Sigiriya, Ella, Nuwara Eliya, Adam's Peak
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival, Dambulla Cave Temple and Transfer to Sigiriya

  • Arrive at the airport, where the company representative will welcome the travellers and provide tour details, relevant documents, and mobile connections.

  • Then proceed to Dambulla and visit the Cave Temple at Dambulla. This will be the end of the program for the first day.

  • Check in to the hotel and relax.

Overnight at a hotel in Sigiriya.

2
Day 02

Sigiriya Lion Rock, Kandy City Tour and Cultural Show

  • Start the day with an early morning breakfast to reach Sigiriya Lion Rock at 8:30 am. Morning and afternoon are the best times to climb Sigiriya Lion Rock.

  • Visit Sigiriya Lion Rock.

  • Next, begin the journey to Kandy.

  • In Kandy, visit the "Tooth Relic Temple".

  • Then go on a city tour around Kandy.

  • After that, witness the world-famous Kandyan dancing and cultural show.

Overnight at a hotel in Kandy.

3
Day 03

Scenic Drive to Nuwara Eliya and Tea Country Visit

  • After breakfast, leave for Nuwara Eliya.

  • On the way, visit a tea factory and tea plantation. It is a beautiful route to Nuwara Eliya, with scenic mountains and waterfalls along the way.

  • After lunch, check in to the hotel. After a brief rest, go for a city tour of Nuwara Eliya. The tour will include Gregory Lake, the Golf Club, and Lover's Leap Waterfall.

Overnight at a hotel in Nuwara Eliya.

4
Day 04

Train Journey to Ella and Visit to Nine Arch Bridge

  • After breakfast, take the train from Nuwara Eliya to Ella. This is the most beautiful train journey in Sri Lanka, and travellers will pass through beautiful panoramic scenery on the way.

  • Next, visit the Nine Arch Bridge in the area.

Overnight at a hotel in Ella.

5
Day 05

Little Adam's Peak Hike and Transfer to Bentota

  • After breakfast, visit the beautiful mountain range in the area called "Little Adam's Peak". Go hiking and see the must-visit places in the area.

  • After that, leave for Bentota.

Overnight at a hotel in Bentota.

6
Day 06

Bentota Beach Leisure and Turtle Hatchery Visit

  • After breakfast, visit the turtle hatchery point, and after that, enjoy water sports or simply relax on the beach.

Overnight at a hotel in Bentota.

7
Day 07

Departure Transfer to the Airport

  • After breakfast, depart for the airport. According to the flight schedule, places to see en route can be arranged.

Sigiriya Lion Rock, Lake Gregory (Nuwara Eliya), Nine Arch Bridge

Where this trip takes you

Sigiriya Lion Rock, Lake Gregory (Nuwara Eliya), Nine Arch Bridge

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kandy - Jaffna Hwy 7 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned car

  • English-speaking Sri Lanka driver and guide

  • Standard hotels

  • 6 nights' accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis in a twin-sharing double room

  • The meal plan starts on the morning of day 2 and ends on the morning of day 7.

  • Driver accommodation

  • Government taxes

  • Snacks and drinks on arrival

  • 1-litre mineral water bottle per person per day

  • Wi-Fi facility in the vehicle while travelling

  • Mobile SIM connections (Dialog), the most widely covered connection in Sri Lanka, will be provided

  • Daily breakfast is included

What's Not Included

  • Tips & gratuities

  • Personal expenses

What to bring

  • Travel documents required for arrival and hotel check-in.

  • Comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for sightseeing and hiking.

  • Sun protection for outdoor visits and beach time.

  • Personal items needed for a 7-day tour.

Know before you go

  • Check-in time for hotels will be 2 pm, and check-out time will be 12 pm.

  • Vehicle and driver:

    • We provide air-conditioned vehicles, and all of them are new.

    • All our vehicles are fully insured and meet the standards required for tourist transportation services.

    • If any unavoidable circumstance arises, such as a breakdown or accident, we will provide a replacement vehicle as soon as possible.

    • 24-hour driver and vehicle service will be provided.

  • Payment mode:

    • 50% payment is required at the time of booking.

    • The remaining 50% payment must be made prior to arrival at the airport.

  • Cancellation policy:

    • Before 45 days: no cancellation charge.

    • 45-30 days: 25% of the total invoice.

    • 29-15 days: 50% of the total invoice.

    • Below 14 days: 100% cancellation charges.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Sigiriya, Sri Lanka
Tour start
Kandy - Jaffna Hwy, Dambulla, Sri Lanka
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 days finish where they began, in Kandy - Jaffna Hwy.

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