Transport

P rivate transportation in a modern, fully air-conditioned vehicle for the entire trip. A spectacular train journey into the mountains. F ree airport pick-up and drop-off on the first and the last day of the tour..

Accommodation

CAREFULLY SELECTED WELL-REPUTED HOTELS AND RESORTS (2024/2025) Carefully selected the best hotels & resorts: we take your accommodation to the next level for an amazing Sri Lanka experience! N OTE: You have two accommodation options to choose from as per your preference & budget and the price is shown accordingly. Star class self-rated DAY 1: NEGOMBO Deluxe (4 Star): Regal Réseau Hotel Or Similar Superior (5 Star): Club Plam Bay Resort Or Similar DAY 2-3: DAMBULLA Deluxe (4-Star): Hotel sigiriya Or Similar Superior (5-Star): Amaya Lake Resort Or Similar DAY 4-5: PASSIKUDHA Deluxe (4-Star): The Clam Resort Or Similar Superior (5-Star): Amaya Passikudh Resort Or Similar DAY 6: KANDY Deluxe (4-Star): The Topaz Hotel Or Similar Superiour (5-Star): Golden Crown Or Similar DAY 7: NUWARA ELIYA Deluxe (4-Star): Linden Grove Villa Or Similar Superior (5-Star): Galway Heights Hotel Or Similar DAY 8: YALA Deluxe (4-Star): Chaarya Wild Resort Or Similar Superiour (Villa): Rock Wild Villa Or Similar DAY 9-10-11: WELLIGAMA Deluxe (4-Star): 22 weligama Resort Or Similar Superior (Villa): Era Beach Or Similar

Meals

D aily breakfast and ten dinners are included in all hotels. For all other meals, the tour leader will offer assistance with reservations, suggestions and directions to local restaurants. You are given the opportunity to try out a variety of local foods up to your taste.

Others

F ree airport pick-up and drop-off on the ﬁrst and last day A complimentary bottle of water per person each day C ultural village tour with authentic local lunch in a farmer’s house C atamaran boat ride in the lake to catch the amazing views of Sigiriya A spectacular train journey into the mountains A tour through Nuwara Eliya city & local markets N ine Arch Bridge/ Ravana Waterfall C olombo city and shopping tour K andy city tour and viewpoint T urtle hatchery center G alle city and Fort tour A cultural dance show A visit to a tea factory O rganic Spice Garden G overnment Tax / No hidden charges 2 4 hours emergency contact

Guide

A professional and friendly English-speaking tour leader tasked with ensuring the smooth operations of the tour, as well as providing practical support to passengers throughout the entire trip. His role primarily includes assisting with accommodation and transportation between locations while sharing his knowledge about the social and cultural splendor of Sri Lanka. Our customer support team will be there to provide 24/7 support during & after your trip, as well as help with all of your onward travel.

Not included:

Optional

M erge with a MALDIVES tour - Can be purchased on the "Book Now" page P rivate tour upgrade - Can be purchased on the "Book Now" page T our can be customized (Itinerary/Hotels/Days) A fter-tour relaxing beach stay - can be purchased P re and post-tour accommodation - on request B ’Day/Anniversary-celebrations arrangements T riple Room discount - on request W hale watching - Seasonal Activity H ot air-balloon (needs to be pre-booked) A yurvedic herbal treatments - on request

Others

U NESCO Heritage sites Entrance fees N ational Parks Entrance fees and Jeep hire N ational Museums Entrance fees B otanical Gardens Entrance fees L ate check-out & early check-in charges

Insurance

T ravel insurance is not compulsory for this tour but we strongly recommend it. Thus if you are interested in travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience.

Flights

I nternational transfer flights are not included. Thus, you can organize your flights separately with your preferred airline at any point. We organize 24/7 FREE airport pick-up and drop-off on the first and the last day of the tour. Alternatively, Flights can be booked with TourRadar by login to https://www.tourradar.com/flights).

Start planning your experience

Day 1 Airport Or Hotel Pick-Up / Welcome To Sri Lanka-!
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Airport Or Hotel Pick-Up / Welcome To Sri Lanka-!

AYUBOWAN-! Welcome to Sri Lanka, the land like no other, and 8 days of explorations, showing you the best of the ancient history and culture, the lush green tea estates and waterfalls, the amazing wildlife, and the beautiful golden sandy beaches. Upon arrival at Colombo CMB airport, you will meet your tour leader and you will be transferred to your hotel (we can pick you up from any hotel in Colombo or Negombo as well). The ﬁrst destination will be Negombo coastal town, which has long been known as the most popular beach in Sri Lanka, famous for its golden sandy beach, food, and fun.

DAY PLAN:

For day one we haven’t planned any activity, thus you are free to arrive in Sri Lanka at any time. If your flight arrives early in the day, relax on the beach and pool of your cozy hotel.

Evening, you may have a walk along the seashore while enjoying the beautiful sunset and the pleasant evening atmosphere of the beachside.

Overnight stay in a cosy seafront hotel at Negombo.
Day 2 Elephant Foundation / Sigiriya Rock Fortress
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Elephant Foundation / Sigiriya Rock Fortress

After enjoying a delicious breakfast with a hot cup of Sri Lankan tea or coffee, you will take a wonderful journey across the stunning Sri Lankan countryside towards Dambulla city, which is the central point of the cultural triangle on the island.

DAY PLAN:

En-route, you may also visit the Pinnawala Elephant Rehabilitation Centre, originally created in order to protect and look after the wild elephants found wandering in and around the forests of Sri Lanka. Take the opportunity to feed them and give them a bath at the nearby river.

Upon arrival at Dambulla, check-in to your cosy resort and relax with by the pool and surrounding nature.

Evening, you will visit Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress (UNESCO World Heritage Site), since it’s the best time to witness and capture the beautiful scenery of sunset from the summit. King Kasyapa (477 – 495 AD) built his palace on the top of this rock and decorated its sides with colorful frescoes. Known as one of the wonders of the world due to the amazing architecture & technology being used.

Overnight stay in a cosy nature-friendly resort at Dambulla.
Day 3 Hot Air-Balloon / Cultural Village Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hot Air-Balloon / Cultural Village Tour

DAY PLAN:

Early in the morning, if you are up to it, you could enjoy an amazing hot-air balloon tour around the beautiful Sigiriya area (Optional activity and it has to be pre-booked).

Thereafter, you’ll enjoy a wonderful cultural village tour while exploring the beautiful countryside. It is a great opportunity to get close to unique local culture & life style of Sri Lankan people. It will start with a Tuk Tuk ride and a catemaran boat ride across the lake before reaching the farmer’s house where you will experience a Sri Lankan curry cooking demostration & authentic countryside food.

Evening, join with the Pidurangala Rock hike to witness and take pictures of the sunset (optional activity).

Overnight stay in a cozy nature-friendly resort at Dambulla.
Day 4 Relax At The Gorgeous Eastern Coast
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Relax At The Gorgeous Eastern Coast

After breakfast, you will be heading towards the eastern coast of Sri Lanka and visit the small coastal town of Passikudha.

DAY PLAN:

Upon arrival at your hotel, you could grab a towel to relax on the beach and sunbathe while enjoying a cocktail under the shade of a palm tree. You have two days to relax and explore this wonderful location. Thanks to its white sands and gentle waves, this beach is the ultimate getaway for those who desire a relaxing vacation in Sri Lanka. Experience a quiet bliss in a tropical heaven, far away from the busy and chaotic life.

Optional activities, Jet Ski, Banana & Tube Boating, Diving, Snorkeling, Surfing, Fishing & Deep sea fishing are few among the popular list.

If you are interested, you could also experience an Ayurvedic herbal massage at your resort. From a healing perspective, Ayurvedic head massage is said to relieve mental stress and fatigue and to help achieve calmness and clarity.

Overnight stay in a modern luxury beach resort at Passikudha.
Day 5 Village Of Sri Lankan Aborigines / Historic Kandy
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Village Of Sri Lankan Aborigines / Historic Kandy

After breakfast, proceed towards Kandy, the capital of the last Sinhalese kingdom. It’s set on a plateau surrounded by mountains, which are home to tea plantations and bio-diverse rainforests. Kandy is also famous for its sacred Buddhist sites, including the Temple of the Tooth Relic.

DAY PLAN:

En-route to Kandy, stop at the village of Sri Lankan aborigines to witness their unique culture and traditions.

Upon arrival to Kandy, you’ll be heading to Kandy and will visit the temple of tooth relic (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Overnight stay in a wonderful mount view hotel at Kandy.
Day 6 Hill Country Tea Plantations And Waterfalls
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hill Country Tea Plantations And Waterfalls

After breakfast, you’ll enjoy a wonderful journey through the lush green tea plantations and the waterfalls towards Sri Lanka’s tea region of Nuwara Eliya. It is often referred to as “Little England” because many of the buildings in this city retain from the British colonial period, such as the Queen’s Cottage, the General’s House, the Grand Hotel, the Hill Club, and the Town Post Ofﬁce.

DAY PLAN:

Morning, visit the Museum; get to know more about the World-renowned and most prestigious Sri Lankan gem mining process during the museum tour.

Thereafter, visit Peradeniya Botanical Garden, one of the best botanical gardens in Asia. It attracts 2 million visitors annually and it is renowned for its collection of orchids. The garden includes more than 4000 species of plants, including orchids, spices, medicinal plants, and palm trees. The total area of the botanical garden is 147 acres.

Continue to Nuwara Eliya, while driving through the cold and misty hills that host lush green tea plantations, stop at a tea factory to observe the rich tradition of making Ceylon tea kept alive up to date. Make sure to end your factory visit in style over a perfectly blended cup of tea.

Afternoon, explore on your own while walking through Nuwara Eliya city center (British colonial architecture; iconic post office/grand hotel/Victoria park) and the fruit and vegetable market.

Overnight stay in a cozy villa at Nuwara Eliya.
Day 7 Train Journey Into Mountains
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Train Journey Into Mountains

DAY PLAN:

In the morning, you will enjoy a spectacular train journey from Nanu-Oya station to Ella village (Train tickets will be arranged at the station / Class category is subject to availability). It is known as one of the most picturesque hill country train journeys in the world.

Upon arrival, walk through the Ella village. Ella is everyone’s favorite hill country village since it’s a wonderful nature-friendly location. Ravana Waterfall and Nine Arch Bridge are the most popular sightseeing attractions in Ella.

Afterwards, continue your journey towards Yala National Park, the largest and most stunning national park in Sri Lanka.

Overnight stay in a cozy safari resort at Yala.
Day 8 Yala National Park Leopard Trail Game Drive / Beach Relax
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Yala National Park Leopard Trail Game Drive / Beach Relax

After a fantastic journey through the coconut and tea states, mountains and waterfalls, you will finally arrive at the world-famous southern beachside of Sri Lanka. Mirissa/Unawatuna is a delightful sandy beach that was a well-kept secret in the past, but now few restaurants and pubs are opening up to visitors. It is also characterized by white sands and coconut palms growing right from the edge of the sea as if in imitation of a postcard of the perfect tropical beach.

DAY PLAN:

Early in the morning when it’s still cool and misty out there drive down to the Yala National Park (Entarance Fees Excluded). Upon arrival jump into a 4x4 jeep ride and go for wildlife game drive searching for leopards hanging on trees or whispering through the bushes, crocodiles patrolling the river or wild elephants drinking water at the river under the morning sunrise.

Thereafter proceed to Dickwella Beach, En-route, stop at Hummanaya Natural blowhole.

Upon arrival at your hotel, you may grab a towel to relax on the beach while enjoying a cocktail or a chill beer under the shade of a palm tree.

Optional activities, Jet Ski, Banana & Tube Boating, Diving, Snorkeling, Surfing, Fishing & Deep sea fishing are few among the popular list.

Overnight say in a modern beach resort at Weligama.
Day 9 Leisure Day On The Beach / Whale Watching
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Leisure Day On The Beach / Whale Watching

In the morning, you’ll continue your journey along the beautiful south coast, After a fantastic journey through the coconut palms, mountains and waterfalls, you have finally arrived at the world-famous south coast of Sri Lanka.

DAY PLAN:

Enjoy two days leisurely at your cozy beachfront resort while enjoying the magniﬁcent view of the Indian Ocean. If you are looking to spend a relaxing time and give yourself a calm and natural treat, Bentota beach is the ideal place for you. There is plenty of space for everyone to settle in perfectly and to enjoy a sunbath to the fullest.

Optional activities, Whale watching, Jet Ski, Banana & Tube Boating, Diving, Snorkeling, Surfing, Fishing & Deep sea fishing are few among the popular list.

Overnight stay in a modern cozy beach resort at the south coast
Day 10 Colombo City Tour / Airport Or Hotel Drop-Off
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Colombo City Tour / Airport Or Hotel Drop-Off

After breakfast, you’ll visit Sri Lanka’s capital city of Colombo, which has an interesting history running back to the ﬁfth century. Even in ancient times, this was an important port city in the East-West sea trade. Nowadays it has become a bustling modern town with a unique atmosphere. The colorful streets, restaurants and modern shopping malls attract hordes of locals and tourists alike.

DAY PLAN:

Upon arrival at Colombo, you have the opportunity to visit all the highlighted places in the city such as Red Mosque, Gangarama temple, Independent square and so on..

Afterwards, Perhaps, you may pop into a famous and internationally renowned restaurant in Colombo to end your trip over an unforgettable meal.

Thereafter, proceed to the airport in time for your return flight or we drop you back to your hotel in Colombo or Negombo.

--BH LANKA TOURS IS PROUD TO BE AT YOUR--

12 days tour

Dream Holiday In Sri Lanka

This tour includes:

Not included:

Start planning your experience

Itinerary of your trip Dream Holiday In Sri Lanka

Airport Or Hotel Pick-Up / Welcome To Sri Lanka-!

Elephant Foundation / Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Hot Air-Balloon / Cultural Village Tour

Relax At The Gorgeous Eastern Coast

Village Of Sri Lankan Aborigines / Historic Kandy

Hill Country Tea Plantations And Waterfalls

Train Journey Into Mountains

Yala National Park Leopard Trail Game Drive / Beach Relax

Leisure Day On The Beach / Whale Watching

Colombo City Tour / Airport Or Hotel Drop-Off

Experience Style

Accomodation level

Experience Type

Physical Rating

Age range

Who talk about us:

Best cities to travel to

America

Europe

Asia

Africa

Oceania