Highlights Of Sri Lanka | 5 Nights 6 Days

6 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in Colombo. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy
  • 02 Experience a cultural dance show in Kandy
  • 03 Explore tea estates and a tea factory in Nuwara Eliya
  • 04 Discover Horton Plains National Park and Gregory Lake
  • 05 See Ella Gap and the iconic Nine Arch Bridge
  • 06 Enjoy a 4x4 jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park
  • 07 Visit historic Galle Fort, Galle Lighthouse, and Galle Beach

Discover Sri Lanka’s rich mix of culture, scenery, wildlife, and heritage on this 6-day journey through some of the island’s most memorable destinations. Travel from Colombo to Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Udawalawe, and Galle, visiting highlights such as the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, tea estates and factories, Horton Plains National Park, the Nine Arch Bridge, and the historic Galle Fort.

Along the way, experience the contrasts that make Sri Lanka so special — from cool hill country landscapes and tea plantations to cultural performances, wildlife safari adventures, and coastal heritage towns. This itinerary is ideal for travellers who want to combine UNESCO sites, nature, local culture, and iconic sightseeing in one trip.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Colombo, Galle, Kandy, Ella, Nuwara Eliya, Horton Plains National Park, Udawalawe National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

COLOMBO - KANDYMeet & Greet your professional guide at bandaranayake International Airport or your Hotel and head towards Kandy,

Enjoy the Sri Lanka’s world renowned spices at their source. Visit a spice garden, where smells of cinnamons, pepper, cardamom, nutmeg and mace overwhelm the senses and the visitors are provided an insight into an age old industry of spice production, which attracted many a European and Asian merchants to the ports of ancient Sri Lanka.

you will be getting a free 10 mins head massage tooVisit the Temple of the Tooth Relic a UNESCO World Heritage Site which was built in the 16th century as the place of veneration and protection for Lord Buddha’s sacred tooth. Walk through the beautifully embellished passageways and elaborately painted halls, done in red, cream and black. Lounge against delicately carved pillars and get amazed by the beautiful golden statues. Get an unforgettable experience of history and art.Experience the famous Cutural Dance Show at a Stadium in Kandy where you can get a wonderful show playing with fires and all the way of Sri Lankan CultureSri Lanka is one of the largest gem producers of the world and has been known for its specialty gem stones for many centuries now. A gems tour of Sri Lanka will give you an in-depth analysis of the gem field – what kind of gems are available, how it’s made, best places to purchase from and so on. So here’s presenting you the best possible opportunity to get your hands on those lovely colorful semi-precious Ceylon stones that you’ve been eyeing!

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Day 02

KANDY - NUWARA ELIYAHead towards Nuwara Eliya The ‘Little England’ of Sri Lanka is set against beautiful backdrops of Mountains, Valleys, Waterfalls, Hindu temples, Garden and Tea Plantations. It is supposed to be one of the coolest places in the Island, but it is really just like an English spring day, although the temperature does drop at night.

 Stop at a Tea Estate and experience the Tea Plucking and then Proceed to a Tea Factory to see how Pure ceylon Tea are prepared

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Day 03

NUWARA ELIYAExplore the Coolest Nuwara Eliya visiting the Gregory Lake, Strawberry Farm and moreHorton Plains National Park is a protected area in the central highlands of Sri Lanka and is covered by montane grassland and cloud forest. This plateau at an altitude of 2,100–2,300 metres (6,900–7,500 ft) is rich in biodiversity and many species found here are endemic to the region. This region was designated a national park in 1988. It is also a popular tourist destination and is situated 8 kilometres (5.0 mi) from Ohiya, 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) from the world-famous Ohiya Gap/Dondra Watch and 32 kilometres (20 mi) from Nuwara Eliya.

The Horton Plains are the headwaters of three major Sri Lankan rivers, the Mahaweli, Kelani, and Walawe. In Sinhala the plains are known as Maha Eliya Plains (මහ එළිය තැන්න). Stone tools dating back to Balangoda culture have been found here. The plains' vegetation is grasslands interspersed with montane forest and includes many endemic woody plants. Large herds of Sri Lankan sambar deer feature as typical mammals and the park is also an Important Bird Area with many species not only endemic to Sri Lanka but restricted to the Horton Plains. Forest dieback is one of the major threats to the park and some studies suggest that it is caused by a natural phenomenon.

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Day 04

NUWARA ELIYA - ELLAProceed to Ella 127 miles from Colombo and 8 miles from Bandarawela, on the leeward side of the central mountains. The view from Ella Gap is one of the most spectacular scenic sights in Sri Lanka - the landscape falls away in a dizzy drop of 3000ft to the eastern plains.The Ella rock is famous for the cave of Ravana a legendary king of Sri Lanka ruled during the pre-historic times. The 1080 foot high waterfall few miles from the Ella Rest House is one of the most beautiful falls in the country.The Nine Arch Bridge in Ella is on the Demodara loop and spans 91 meters at a height of 24m. The beautiful nine arches make it a very picturesque spot especially as it is located in a dense jungle and agricultural setting. Behind the railway, a forest is booming and below, tea leaves are being cultivated.

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Day 05

ELLA - UDAWALAWE - GALLEProceeds to Udawalawe National Park Rich in elephant population the park is having an estimated 500 or more elephants. They roam about in herds of 50-100 at times. The park is known to be a good breeding ground, for Baby elephants, guarded by their elders is seen round the year.

Get on a 4x4 Jeep and experience the Jungle Safari seeing many Wild AnimalsHead to Galle and Overnight stay.

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Day 06

GALLE - COLOMBOSri Lanka’s most historically interesting town Galle. It was a major port until about 100 years, but today still handles shipping and sailing boats in the natural Harbour.

Stroll around the lighthouse and Harbour or visit the old town where you can see the traditional lace makers and wood carvers and purchase some the finest souvenirs. You will discover Galle fort, Galle light house & Galle beach.Proceed to the Airport enroute via Turtle Hatchery and end your beautiful Vacation in Sri Lanka

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Colombo. 7 cities · 6 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Driver/guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned (Van/ Car)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • English Speaking Chauffeur

What's Not Included

Food and drinks

Know before you go

  • WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Your Hotels in Colombo
  • Your Hotels in Negombo
  • Bandaranayake international Airport (CMB)
  • Colombo Port

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Colombo.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Colombo.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 6 days finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Colombo..

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