Sri Lanka – The Pearl of the Indian Ocean
7 Nights / 8 Days: Complete Island Holiday
Sigiriya / Dambulla (2N) ➔ Kandy (1N) ➔ Nuwara Eliya (1N) ➔ Bentota (2N) ➔ Colombo (1N)
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Ancient Wonders: Climb the 5th-century Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress and explore the UNESCO World Heritage Dambulla Cave Temple
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Cultural Heart of Kandy: Sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, serene Kandy Lake, traditional Kandyan cultural dance show & royal botanical gardens
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Misty Tea Country: 'Little England' Nuwara Eliya, Gregory Lake leisure, rolling Ceylon tea plantations & cascading Ramboda Falls
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Tropical Coastal Vibes: Golden sandy beaches of Bentota, scenic Madu River mangrove boat safari & sea turtle conservation hatchery visit
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Colombo City Highlights: Historic Galle Face Green promenade, Independence Square, Gangaramaya Temple & vibrant shopping malls
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Day-Wise Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Colombo | Pinnawala to Sigiriya / Dambulla
- Plan: Meet & greet upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) and scenic transfer towards the Cultural Triangle.
- Highlights: Visit the famous Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage to watch rescued elephants bathe in the river; check in to the hotel and relax with a welcome dinner.
- Meals Included: Welcome Drink, Dinner.
- Stay: Overnight in Sigiriya / Dambulla.
Day 2: Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress & Dambulla Cave Temple
- Plan: Morning ascent of the world wonder rock citadel followed by an afternoon cave temple exploration.
- Highlights: Climb the 5th-century Sigiriya Rock Fortress with its ancient frescoes and mirror wall; visit the UNESCO-listed Dambulla Cave Temple featuring 150+ gilded Buddha statues and mural-covered ceilings.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner.
- Stay: Overnight in Sigiriya / Dambulla.
Day 3: Dambulla to Kandy | Spice Gardens & Sacred Relics (Approx. 2.5 Hrs)
- Plan: Morning drive south toward the royal hill capital of Kandy.
- Highlights: Guided walk through an aromatic Matale Spice Garden; visit the revered Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa), followed by a vibrant evening Kandyan cultural dance and fire-walking performance.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner.
- Stay: Overnight in Kandy.
Day 4: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya | Tea Estates & Waterfalls (Approx. 3 Hrs)
- Plan: Scenic mountain ascent into the misty central highlands, passing endless verdant tea plantations.
- Highlights: Stop at Ramboda Falls, tour a working Ceylon tea factory with tasting sessions, and explore Nuwara Eliya's colonial charm, Victoria Park, and scenic boating at Lake Gregory.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner.
- Stay: Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Day 5: Nuwara Eliya to Bentota | Descent to the Golden Coast (Approx. 5 Hrs)
- Plan: Check-out and picturesque drive descending from the cool highlands to the tropical coastline of Bentota.
- Highlights: Scenic photo stops along the way through rubber and coconut estates; arrive at Bentota beach resort, check in, and spend a relaxing sunset evening by the Indian Ocean.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner.
- Stay: Overnight in Bentota.
Day 6: Bentota Beach Leisure | Madu River Safari & Turtle Hatchery
- Plan: Full day exploring coastal ecology and enjoying relaxed seaside leisure.
- Highlights: Take an enchanting boat safari along the mangrove tunnels of the Madu River with cinnamon island stops; visit the Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project, and enjoy beach water sports leisure in the afternoon.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner.
- Stay: Overnight in Bentota.
Day 7: Bentota to Colombo | Modern Capital Exploration (Approx. 2 Hrs)
- Plan: Morning check-out and coastal expressway drive to the vibrant commercial capital, Colombo.
- Highlights: Guided city tour covering Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple, Independence Memorial Hall, Old Parliament building, Galle Face Green seaside promenade, and shopping at Odel or One Galle Face mall.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner.
- Stay: Overnight in Colombo.
Day 8: Departure from Colombo
- Plan: Morning breakfast, check-out, and private transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
- Highlights: Assisted airport drop-off for your scheduled flight back home carrying fond tropical memories of Sri Lanka.
- Meals Included: Breakfast.
- Stay: Tour Concludes with Island Memories.
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