Sri Lanka · Tea Plantation Tours

7-Day Sri Lanka Nature Tour with Tea Country, Safari and Beaches

7 Days Round trip from Departure Terminal Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the Tooth Relic Temple in Kandy
  • 02 Explore a tea factory and tea plantation fields
  • 03 Visit Little Adam's Peak and Ravana Waterfall
  • 04 Explore the famous Udawalawe National Park
  • 05 Relax on the stunning beaches of Bentota

Embark on a journey through the heart of Sri Lanka, visiting the historic city of Kandy, the hill station of Nuwara Eliya, and the picturesque town of Ella, surrounded by rolling hills and waterfalls. Learn about the history of tea production in Sri Lanka, experience wildlife at Udawalawe National Park, and continue to the sandy beaches of Bentota. The trip concludes in Colombo, Sri Lanka's vibrant capital city.

The main attraction at Pinnawala is watching the elephants walk down to the river twice daily to have their bath.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Colombo, Kandy, Ratnapura, Bentota, Ella, Nuwara Eliya, Pinnawala, Katunayake, Udawalawe National Park
Languages Arabic, English, French, German

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Katunayake To Kandy Via Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage (120 Km, 3.5 Hours)

  • Arrive at Bandaranayake International Airport and be welcomed by your designated guide, who will take you to Kandy via Pinnawala. Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is an orphanage, nursery and captive breeding ground for wild Asian elephants. The main attraction at Pinnawala is watching the elephants walk down to the river twice daily to have their bath. Feeding time for baby elephants is also prevalent at the orphanage.
  • Lunch and walk along a small trail in the spice garden to touch and smell Sri Lankan spices and herbs used in tasty curries.
  • Witness the Kandyan cultural show from 5.15 P.M. It is an electrifying cultural show that showcases traditional music and dance performances. The skills of the traditional musicians of Kandy, their drums and dance, are very entertaining.

Dinner and overnight stay at Randholee Resort and Spa in Kandy.

2
Day 02

Kandy To Nuwara Eliya Via Ramboda (76 Km, 2.5 Hours)

  • After breakfast, leave for Nuwara Eliya, a picturesque colonial town set amongst the island’s central highlands and renowned as a centre for producing Sri Lankan tea. 
  • En route, stop at the Ramboda falls and visit a tea plantation and non-working tea factory with the opportunity for a tasting session.

Dinner and overnight stay at The Ashford Hotel in Nuwara Eliya.

3
Day 03

Nuwra Eliya To Ella (55 Km, 1.5 Hours)

  • After breakfast, leave for Ella, often described as a ‘’lonely planet’’ and ‘’waterfall’’ a congested town in Sri Lanka. Ella is pure natural beauty; its waterfalls, greenery, and hills are jaw-dropping.
  • Take time to explore the area of Ella. This will include Little Adams peak, Ravana cave, Nine arc bridge and Ravana waterfall.

Dinner and overnight stay at The Ella Gap Hotel in Ella.

4
Day 04

Ella To Udawalawe (100 Km, 2 Hours)

  • After breakfast, leave for Udawalawe; en route, visit the Buduruwagala Temple. The seven statues complex is an incredible Buddhist archaeological site that dates back to the tenth century AD.
  • Udawalawe National Park safari with Elephant transit home visit in the evening. It is one of the most popular National parks in Sri Lanka. You can watch for elephants, leopards, deer, monkeys and other animals from the comfortable 4X4 jeep.

Dinner and overnight stay at The Kottawatta Village in Udawalawe.

5
Day 05

Udawalawe To Bentota Via Ratnapura (180 Km, 3.5 Hours)

  • After breakfast, leave for Bentota via Ratnapura. 
  • En route stop at Maha Saman Devalaya in Ratnapura. It is considered the main Devalaya in deity Saman, except for the shrine at the top of Sri pada. This temple is dedicated to one of the four guardian deities of the island. 

Dinner and overnight stay at The Palms Hotel in Bentota.

6
Day 06

Bentota To Colombo (65 Km, 2 Hours)

  • After breakfast, leave for Colombo. In an afternoon sightseeing tour through the capital of Sri Lanka. 
  • See the old parliament, Buddhist and Hindu temples, the Market quarter of Pettah and the municipality.

Dinner and overnight stay at The Pegasus Reef Hotel in Colombo.

7
Day 07

Colombo To Katunayake (35 Km, 1.5 Hours)

  • After breakfast at Pegasus Reef Hotel, transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for the departure flight.
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, tea plantation fields, Little Adams peak, Ravana waterfall

Where this trip takes you

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, tea plantation fields, Little Adams peak, Ravana waterfall

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Departure Terminal 9 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Airport welcome and assistance
  • Accommodation on an HB basis (breakfast and dinner at the hotel)
  • Transport by air-conditioned van
  • Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide
  • 1-litre water bottle per person per day
  • Free visits to the spice garden, tea factory, and gem museum

What's Not Included

  • All entrance fees in the program
  • Lunch
  • Early check-in and late check-out charges
  • Any expenses of a personal nature
  • Alcoholic beverages and mineral water
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Airport tax on departure
  • Airfare
  • Visa

What to bring

  • Passport
  • Tour confirmation

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), Canada Friendship Rd, Katunayake, Sri Lanka
Tour start
Departure Terminal, Canada Friendship Rd, Katunayake 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 Departure Terminal.

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