Sri Lanka · Safari

Hills & Safari Ceylon 4 Nights & 5 Days

5 Days Round trip from Colombo Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy
  • 02 Explore Kandy Lake and the city’s local surroundings
  • 03 Tour a tea factory and tea plantation in Nuwara Eliya
  • 04 Relax by Gregory Lake in Sri Lanka’s hill country
  • 05 Enjoy an evening safari at Yala National Park
  • 06 Spot wildlife including leopards, elephants, and birdlife
  • 07 Discover the UNESCO-listed Galle Dutch Fort
  • 08 Finish with sightseeing and leisure time in Colombo

Discover the best of Sri Lanka on this 5-day journey through the hill country, cultural landmarks, wildlife reserves, and southern coast. Travel from Colombo to Kandy to visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, continue into the cool highlands of Nuwara Eliya with its tea plantations and Gregory Lake, and head south for a safari experience in Yala National Park.

The tour also includes time in historic Galle, where you can explore the UNESCO-listed Dutch Fort and its coastal atmosphere, before returning to Colombo for sightseeing, shopping, and departure. With accommodation, transport, breakfast and dinner included, this itinerary offers a comfortable way to experience Sri Lanka’s heritage, scenery, and wildlife in one trip.

Yala National Park is Sri Lanka’s most famous wildlife reserve, known for its rich biodiversity and one of the highest leopard densities in the world.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Colombo, Galle, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Yala National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Colombo to Kandy

• Pick up from Colombo
• Proceed to Kandy
• Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
• Evening Kandy City Tour
• Explore Kandy Lake and local surroundings
• Overnight in Kandy

Sri Dalada Maligawa, also known as the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, is one of the most sacred Buddhist temples in Sri Lanka. Located within the royal palace complex of the last kingdom of Sri Lanka, the temple houses the sacred tooth relic of Lord Buddha and remains an important cultural and spiritual landmark.

2
Day 02

Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

• Breakfast at the hotel
• Proceed to Nuwara Eliya
• Visit Tea Factory & Tea Plantation
• Experience the process of world-famous Ceylon Tea production
• Enjoy a freshly brewed cup of Ceylon Tea
• Visit Gregory Lake
• Relax and enjoy the cool climate and mountain scenery
• Overnight in Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya, often referred to as “Little England,” is a beautiful hill country destination surrounded by tea-covered mountains, waterfalls, colonial-style buildings, and cool weather. Gregory Lake remains one of the town’s most scenic attractions.

3
Day 03

Nuwara Eliya to Yala

• Breakfast at the hotel
• Proceed to Yala
• Scenic drive through southern landscapes
• Evening safari experience at Yala National Park
• Wildlife spotting and photography opportunities
• Overnight at Eco Lodge in Yala or Similar

Yala National Park is Sri Lanka’s most famous wildlife reserve, known for its rich biodiversity and one of the highest leopard densities in the world. The park is also home to elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, deer, and numerous bird species within its diverse natural habitats.

4
Day 04

Yala to Colombo via Galle

• Breakfast at the hotel
• Proceed to Galle
• Visit the historic Galle Dutch Fort
• Explore colonial streets and oceanfront surroundings
• Continue to Colombo via the southern coastline
• Evening leisure and shopping in Colombo
• Overnight stay at the hotel in Colombo

Galle is one of Sri Lanka’s most charming coastal cities, famous for its UNESCO-listed Dutch Fort, colonial architecture, boutique cafes, and beautiful seaside atmosphere. Colombo, the island’s commercial capital, offers a vibrant blend of modern city life, shopping, and historical landmarks.

5
Day 05

Colombo – Airport Departure

• Breakfast at the hotel
• Colombo city sightseeing depending on flight schedule
• Shopping and leisure activities
• Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport
• Departure assistance
• End of Sri Lanka tour

Conclude your memorable Sri Lankan journey with unforgettable memories of misty mountains, scenic tea plantations, wildlife adventures, cultural heritage, and tropical coastal beauty.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Colombo 5 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodation at 4star hotels or Similar Standard with Breakfast & Dinnerfor 04 Nights
  • Transportation in a A/C Vehicle with an English-speaking guide for the entire stay and tours
  • Meet and assistance at the Airport on arrival and departure transfers
  • 4x4 Safari Jeep (Yala National Park)
  • All Govt. Taxes and Surcharges

What's Not Included

  • Entrance Fees & Activity Fees
  • Lunch
  • Any tours or Services not mentioned above
  • Any other services not mentioned above

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Colombo, LK
Tour start
Colombo, LK
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Colombo.

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