Sri Lanka · UNESCO Heritage Sites

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

7 Days Round trip from Canada Friendship Rd Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Sigiriya Rock Fortress, the magnificent castle of King Kashyapa
  • 02 Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy
  • 03 Experience authentic Sri Lankan village life with lunch in a village house
  • 04 Enjoy one of Asia's most scenic train rides from Nuwara Eliya to Ella
  • 05 Take a safari through Udawalawa National Park to spot elephants, deer, and birds

Discover Sri Lanka's cultural and natural highlights on this 7-day journey from Colombo to Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Udawalawa, and Galle. Climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, and experience authentic village life with a traditional Sri Lankan lunch. Travel through the hill country past Ramboda Falls and a tea factory, then enjoy the scenic train ride to Ella and views from Mini Adams Peak. The tour also includes a safari in Udawalawa National Park and time at Galle Dutch Fort and the southern coast.

Climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, and experience authentic village life with a traditional Sri Lankan lunch.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Premium
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Colombo, Galle, Kandy, Sigiriya, Ella, Nuwara Eliya, Katunayake, Udawalawe National Park, Adam's Peak
Languages Arabic, English, Hindi, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival and Transfer to Sigiriya

  • Upon arrival, you will be picked up from Colombo International Airport and transferred to Sigiriya, an ancient city with great cultural significance.

Dinner and overnight stay will be in Sigiriya.

2
Day 02

Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Village Tour, and Transfer to Kandy

  • Start early in the morning to climb the rock fortress. Sigiriya Rock Fortress is a world-renowned architectural masterpiece and the magnificent castle of King Kashyapa. Sigiriya is full of frescoes, ancient art on the rock walls, and beautiful remains of a splendid royal palace.

  • Then, a village safari will enrich the day, accompanied by authentic Sri Lankan cuisine for lunch with local villagers. You can experience the authentic Sri Lankan village lifestyle at its best.

  • Afterward, transfer to Kandy in the highlands of Sri Lanka, where some of the country's most beautiful natural treasures can be found. From green tea estates to waterfalls, rivers, and ancient ruins, Kandy offers a rich variety of sights.

  • In the evening, enjoy a traditional dance show in Kandy before your overnight stay.

3
Day 03

Temple Visit, Tea Country, and Nuwara Eliya City Tour

  • Start the day at the Temple of the Tooth, where the sacred relic of Buddha is kept.

  • Then, transfer to the neighbouring city of Nuwara Eliya, where tea is mainly grown and manufactured. Nuwara Eliya is also known for its mesmerizing waterfalls and rivers.

  • En route, you will see Ramboda Falls, one of the most famous waterfalls in Sri Lanka.

  • After that, you will visit a tea factory to see the entire tea-making process.

  • The rest of the day will be followed by a city tour in Nuwara Eliya.

Overnight stay will be in Nuwara Eliya.

4
Day 04

Scenic Train Journey to Ella and Nine Arch Bridge

  • In the morning, you will take the most scenic train ride in Asia - the train ride to Ella, which lasts about 3 hours.

  • Once you reach Ella, you will proceed to see the most famous bridge in Sri Lanka - the Nine Arch Bridge, followed by a relaxed evening and an overnight stay at the hotel in Ella.

5
Day 05

Mini Adams Peak and Transfer to Udawalawa

  • Start the day early to explore Mini Adams Peak, one of Ella's must-see attractions.

  • Then, leave for Udawalawa, one of the great places in Sri Lanka to witness the beauty of the animal kingdom.

  • En route to Udawalawa, you will visit Rawana Falls, another beautiful waterfall in Sri Lanka.

  • In the evening, relax and prepare for an exciting safari the next day.

6
Day 06

Udawalawa Safari and Transfer to Galle

  • Udawalawa National Park is full of elephants, deer, and birds. It features lush green forests, grasslands, and dry monsoon forests, making it one of the most treasured national parks in Sri Lanka. An exciting safari tour will fill the first half of the day, followed by a transfer to Galle.

  • En route to Galle, you will see stilt fishers along the southern coastal area.

  • The day continues with a visit to Galle Dutch Fort, which was initially built by the Portuguese and later fortified by the Dutch.

7
Day 07

Beach Relaxation and Airport Transfer

  • On this day, you can spend a relaxing morning at the beach and then be escorted to the airport.

Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Nine Arch Bridge

Where this trip takes you

Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Nine Arch Bridge

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Canada Friendship Rd 9 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • High-end 3-star hotel accommodation with breakfast, plus one 04-star hotel in Galle

  • Bottled drinking water

  • Entrance fees

  • One authentic lunch from a village house

  • Special site guides for Kandy Temple and Sigiriya Rock Fortress

  • Sri Lankan government-approved English-speaking chauffeur

  • All transfers by air-conditioned private car

  • LKR 500,000 worth of passenger insurance cover for each passenger

  • 4x4 jeep for the national park safari at Udawalawa National Park

What's Not Included

  • Any private expenses

  • Any other services not specified above

Know before you go

  • 07 Days Tour in Sri Lanka.

  • Spend an unforgettable 07 days in Sri Lanka, enjoying the best of culture, nature, history, cuisine, and beaches on the island with this 07-day Sri Lanka tour. Featuring some of the country's best attractions, this tour is designed to ensure a comfortable and hassle-free Sri Lanka holiday.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Canada Friendship Rd, කටුනායක 11450, Sri Lanka
Tour start
Canada Friendship Rd, කටුනායක 11450, Sri Lanka
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 days finish where they began, in Canada Friendship Rd.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $774.50 — $1,549.00
Double Sharing $774.50

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