Sri Lanka · Culture

01 Week Tour In Sri Lanka

7 Days Round trip from Colombo Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy
  • 02 See rescued elephants at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
  • 03 Explore tea plantations and a tea factory in the central highlands
  • 04 Trek through Horton Plains National Park to World’s End and Baker’s Falls
  • 05 Enjoy a scenic train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella
  • 06 Discover the hill country charm and viewpoints of Ella
  • 07 Experience a city tour in Colombo before departure

Discover Sri Lanka on a 7-day journey that blends cultural heritage, wildlife encounters, scenic hill country landscapes, and light adventure. Travel from Colombo to Kandy, visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, see rescued elephants at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, and explore the cool highlands of Nuwara Eliya with its tea plantations and waterfalls.

The experience continues with a guided trek in Horton Plains National Park to World’s End and Baker’s Falls, followed by one of the world’s most scenic train journeys to Ella. Your trip concludes in Colombo with time to explore the city, creating a well-rounded introduction to Sri Lanka’s culture, nature, and mountain scenery.

Enjoy a guided trek through misty grasslands and cloud forests leading to World’s End, a dramatic cliff with breathtaking views, and Baker’s Falls, a scenic waterfall hidden within the forest.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Colombo, Kandy, Ella, Nuwara Eliya, Pinnawala, Horton Plains National Park
Languages English, German

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Airport → Kandy

Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and your English-speaking chauffeur guide. Begin your journey towards the cultural capital of Sri Lanka, Kandy, passing through lush greenery, rural villages, and scenic landscapes. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy a relaxed evening after your flight.

• Arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport
• Meet and greet by chauffeur guide
• Transfer to Kandy
• Check in to hotel
• Leisure time to relax
• Dinner and overnight stay in Kandy

2
Day 02

Kandy → Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage → Kandy City Tour

After breakfast, proceed to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, one of Sri Lanka’s most famous wildlife attractions. Here, you will witness rescued elephants being cared for, fed, and bathing in the river in a natural environment. This is a unique opportunity to observe elephant conservation efforts up close. In the afternoon, return to Kandy for a city tour covering the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Kandy Lake, and local markets.

• Breakfast at hotel
• Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
• Observe elephant feeding and river bathing
• Return to Kandy
• Visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
• Kandy Lake and city sightseeing
• Dinner and overnight stay in Kandy

3
Day 03

Kandy → Nuwara Eliya (Via Ramboda Falls & Tea Experience)

After breakfast, travel towards Nuwara Eliya through the scenic central highlands. En route, visit Ramboda Falls and a tea plantation/factory to learn about the process of world-famous Ceylon tea production. Arrive in Nuwara Eliya, a charming colonial-era hill station known for its cool climate, gardens, and British-style architecture.

• Breakfast at hotel
• Scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya
• Visit Ramboda Falls
• Tea plantation & factory visit
• Arrival and check in to hotel
• Evening walking tour of Nuwara Eliya
• Dinner and overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya

4
Day 04

Horton Plains National Park (World’s End Trek)

After an early breakfast, proceed to Horton Plains National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site located in Sri Lanka’s highest plateau region. Enjoy a guided trek through misty grasslands and cloud forests leading to World’s End, a dramatic cliff with breathtaking views, and Baker’s Falls, a scenic waterfall hidden within the forest.

• Breakfast at hotel
• Transfer to Horton Plains National Park
• Guided trekking experience
• Visit World’s End viewpoint
• Visit Baker’s Falls
• Return to Nuwara Eliya
• Dinner and overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya

5
Day 05

Nuwara Eliya → Ella (Scenic Train Journey)

After breakfast, transfer to Nanu Oya Railway Station and board one of the world's most scenic train journeys to Ella. This breathtaking rail journey winds through lush tea plantations, mist-covered mountains, waterfalls, tunnels, and picturesque hill country villages, offering unforgettable views along the way. Upon arrival in Ella, check in to your hotel and spend the afternoon exploring this charming hill country town, renowned for its stunning landscapes, relaxed atmosphere, and panoramic mountain vistas. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

• Breakfast at hotel
• Transfer to Nanu Oya Railway Station
• Scenic train journey to Ella
• Arrival and check in to hotel
• Explore Ella town and surrounding viewpoints
• Leisure evening
• Dinner and overnight stay in Ella

6
Day 06

Ella → Colombo (City Exploration)

After breakfast, depart from Ella and begin your journey to Colombo, Sri Lanka’s vibrant commercial capital. En route, enjoy the changing landscapes as you travel from the scenic hill country to the bustling city. Upon arrival in Colombo, check in to your hotel and later enjoy an evening city tour, exploring some of the city's most notable landmarks, colonial architecture, shopping districts, and seaside attractions. The remainder of the evening is at leisure.

• Breakfast at hotel
• Check out and depart from Ella
• Transfer to Colombo
• Arrival and check in to hotel
• Evening Colombo City Tour
• Explore key landmarks and shopping areas
• Leisure evening
• Dinner and overnight stay in Colombo

7
Day 07

Colombo → Airport Departure

After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed morning at the hotel. Depending on your flight schedule, spend some leisure time enjoying the hotel facilities or exploring the surrounding area at your own pace. Later, check out and transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure flight, bringing your memorable Sri Lankan journey to a close.

• Breakfast at hotel
• Leisure time at the hotel
• Relax and enjoy hotel facilities (subject to flight schedule)
• Check out from hotel
• Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport
• Departure from Sri Lanka

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Colombo 6 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • · Transportation throughout the tour in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • · Professional English-speaking guide
  • · Accommodation 3 Star hotels or Similar Standard
  • · Daily Breakfast & Dinner
  • · Mineral water Bottles
  • · Service charges and all government taxes

What's Not Included

  • · Any Entrance fees & Activities fees
  • · Optional activities
  • · Any optional tours or transfers
  • · Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Know before you go

  • Minimum age
  • 12

  • Guided language
  • English, German

  • Tour time zone
  • Asia/Colombo

  • Ticket
  • Barcode format
  • QR_CODE

  • Ticket per person
  • No

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 7 days finish where they began, in Colombo.

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