Sri Lanka · UNESCO Heritage Sites

7-Day Private Sri Lanka Tour with Sigiriya, Kandy and Nuwara Eliya

7 Days Round trip from Pinnawala Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage and watch rescued elephants bathing and feeding
02 Climb the UNESCO World Heritage Site Sigiriya Lion's Rock Fortress, known as the 8th Wonder of the World
03 Hike to Pidurangala Rock for panoramic sunset views across Sigiriya
04 Explore the ancient kingdom of Polonnaruwa and enjoy a jeep safari in Minneriya National Park
05 Experience the spiritual atmosphere at the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy
06 Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple with its sacred murals and Buddha statues
07 Discover Sri Lanka's hill country with a tea factory visit, Ramboda Waterfall, and Nuwara Eliya sightseeing

Discover the beauty of Sri Lanka on this 7-day journey through the island's cultural, historical, and scenic highlights. Visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, climb the UNESCO-listed Sigiriya Lion's Rock Fortress, and enjoy a sunset hike to Pidurangala Rock. Explore the ancient kingdom of Polonnaruwa, take a jeep safari in Minneriya National Park, and visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy. The tour also includes the Dambulla Cave Temple, the tea country landscapes of Nuwara Eliya, and time for sightseeing and shopping in Colombo.

Around 4:00 pm, take a short hike to Pidurangala Rock for a breathtaking sunset view across Sigiriya and the surrounding landscapes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Premium

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Colombo, Kandy, Dambulla, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Nuwara Eliya, Pinnawala, Minneriya National Park, Katunayake

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival, Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage and Sigiriya

Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport.
Meet your hosts at the airport and receive a warm welcome.
Transfer to Pinnawala and visit the Elephant Orphanage, home to rescued and rehabilitated elephants.
Observe the elephants during their bathing and feeding time.
Proceed to Sigiriya.
Check in at the hotel and rest.

Day 02

Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Pidurangala Sunset Hike

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Sigiriya and climb the iconic Sigiriya Lion's Rock Fortress, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and famous as the 8th Wonder of the World.
Explore the frescoes, Mirror Wall, and summit ruins while taking in panoramic views.
Around 4:00 pm, take a short hike to Pidurangala Rock for a breathtaking sunset view across Sigiriya and the surrounding landscapes.
Return to Kandy for an overnight stay.

Day 03

Polonnaruwa Ancient Kingdom and Minneriya Safari

Have breakfast at the hotel.
Enjoy sightseeing in Polonnaruwa, the ancient kingdom.
At 2:00 pm, go on a jeep safari in Minneriya National Park.

Day 04

Dambulla Cave Temple and Kandy Temple Visit

Have breakfast at the hotel and check out.
Transfer to Dambulla and visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its centuries-old murals and Buddha statues.
Proceed back to Kandy.
Visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa), the most revered Buddhist temple in Sri Lanka.
Witness the evening rituals if time permits.

Stay overnight in Kandy.

Day 05

Tea Country Journey to Nuwara Eliya

Have breakfast at the hotel and check out.
Transfer to the Nuwara Eliya hill country.
Visit a tea factory, Ramboda Waterfall, and enjoy sightseeing in Nuwara Eliya.
Stay overnight in Nuwara Eliya.

Day 06

Nuwara Eliya to Colombo City Tour

Have breakfast at the hotel and check out.
Transfer to Colombo city.
Enjoy sightseeing and shopping in Colombo.

Day 07

Departure from Sri Lanka

Have breakfast at the hotel and check out.
Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport in time for your departure flight.
End of the tour with fond memories of Sri Lanka.

Where this trip takes you

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Sigiriya Lion's Rock Fortress, Pidurangala Rock at sunset, Dambulla Cave Temple

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pinnawala 9 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Accommodation at 4-star hotels
Breakfast at the hotels
Transportation and sightseeing in a private air-conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary
Services of an English-speaking driver-guide
Highway tolls, parking, driver expenses, and fuel costs
All government taxes

What's Not Included

Entrance fees to visit sites
Other meals and beverages
Tips and porter charges

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited, Canada Friendship Rd, Katunayake, Sri Lanka

Tour start

Pinnawala, Sri Lanka

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.